Last week, Dana White awarded UFC contracts to four prospects at the end of Contender Series. Understanding the assignment is crucial for those hoping to secure a contract and improve their chances in the future.
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This week marks a significant milestone for Contender Series. If one of the 10 prospects secures a UFC contract, it will mark the 250th contract awarded directly from the show.
Live coverage of week two of Contender Series starts at 7 pm ET/ 4 pm PT on ESPN+ within the United States. The show will revert to its regular start time of 8 pm ET/ 5 pm PT next Tuesday, Aug. 27, for the remainder of the season.
Welterweights Battle for Contract in Main Event on Tuesday
The lineup for DWCS 68 includes five fights, with a welterweight bout headlining the event. Pat Pytlik (9-1 MMA) from Unified MMA in Canada will face Andreas Gustafsson (10-2 MMA).
All Contender Series fights are scheduled for a maximum of three rounds at five minutes per round to conclude the night’s events.
DWCS 68 Main Event Fighter Comparison and Betting Odds
In the DWCS 68 main event, Pytlik stands taller at 6-foot-1 compared to Gustafsson’s six feet. Gustafsson has a 74-inch reach, while Pytlik’s reach information is not available at this time.
Currently, Gustafsson is favored at -278 on the money line, with Pytlik as the underdog at +225. Remember to bet responsibly on this and other MMA fights during the week.
Predictions for DWCS 68 Main Event
Expect an exciting main event on Tuesday at DWCS 68 as both fighters have a reputation for finishing fights in impressive fashion.
Pytlik has a history of knockout finishes, as seen in his performance at Unified MMA 55. Conversely, Gustafsson can end fights quickly with his striking, exemplified by his victory over Dominic Schober in FCR 18. It’s shaping up to be an intense battle.
Ultimately, the prediction for the main event is a first-round knockout victory for Pat Pytlik.
