Zhang Mingyang Prepares for Second UFC Fight Against Ozzy Diaz at UFC Macau

Zhang Mingyang is set to face off against Ozzy Diaz on the main card of the UFC Macau on Saturday, November 23, 2024. This will be Mingyang’s second fight in the UFC, following his successful debut in February at UFC 298 where he defeated Brendson Ribeiro via a first-round TKO.

Mingyang is on a 10-fight winning streak, with all of his recent victories coming in the first round. He boasts an impressive MMA record of 17-6 and is currently 2-0 in the UFC. In his UFC career, Mingyang averages 9.23 significant strikes per minute and has a striking accuracy that has made him a formidable opponent.

According to DraftKings, Mingyang is favored in the upcoming fight with a salary of $9,100. However, analysts and betting experts are cautioning that Ozzy Diaz, despite being the underdog, has the potential to exploit Mingyang’s defensive liabilities. Diaz, who has come from the Contender Series and has racked up knockout wins on the regional scene, is seen as a live underdog in this matchup.

The odds currently have Mingyang as a heavy favorite, but there is a consensus among experts that while Mingyang is likely to win, the value in betting lies with Diaz making the fight competitive. Diaz’s ability to create chaos and potentially nullify Mingyang’s striking power could make for an interesting and closely contested fight).