Shayilan Nuerdanbieke vs Steve Garcia Prediction, Odds & Best Bet for UFC 287 (Nuerdanbieke's Momentum Grows)

Nuerdanbieke vs Garcia Fight Info, Date & Time

UFC 287 — Early Prelims Card Featherweight Bout
Shayilan Nuerdanbieke (39-10, 19 KOs) vs. Steve Garcia (13-5, 10 KOs)
Date: Saturday, April 8, 2023
Fight Time: This will be on the early prelims card, which begins at 6 p.m. ET.
Venue: Miami-Dade Arena — Miami, Florida
Coverage: UFC Fight Pass

Nuerdanbieke vs Garcia Odds & Prop Bets

All UFC 287 odds, lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.
Moneyline:
- Shayilan Nuerdanbieke: (-196)
- Steve Garcia: (+152)

Method of Victory:
- Nuerdanbieke by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Nuerdanbieke by Points: (TBD)
- Nuerdanbieke by Submission: (TBD)
- Garcia by KO/TKO: (TBD)
- Garcia by Points: (TBD)
- Garcia by Submission: (TBD)

Nuerdanbieke vs Garcia Prediction

After going 1-2 as a lightweight, Steve Garcia returned to the featherweight division back in October with a TKO win over Chase Hooper. Building off that success won't be easy, though. After all, Shayilan Nuerdanbieke heads into Miami on a three-fight winning streak, which includes a first-round TKO victory against Darrick Minner in his latest venture.

I like Nuerdanbieke more due to his reliability as a featherweight. This fight is only Garcia's third time competing in the division. His win over Hooper was impressive, but it's also important to remember that he was submitted in his only other featherweight contest.

The fact that Garcia was also knocked out by Hayisaer Maheshate less than a year ago has also left me doubting his abilities. Look for Nuerdanbieke to keep his momentum growing this weekend.

Winner: Shayilan Nuerdanbieke

Nuerdanbieke vs Garcia Best Bet

Unfortunately, the moneyline is the only betting option at the moment, making a Nuerdanbieke outright win at -196 odds the best bet for now. Make sure to check back on FanDuel Sportsbook leading up to UFC 287 for more playable options.

Bet: Shayilan Nuerdanbieke to Win (-196)

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