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First Strike is back with a full betting breakdown of UFC Vegas 113, live from the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Hosts Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Kyle Anthony (@KyleAnthonyUFC) to dive into bets, model predictions, and market reads for a card headlined by Mario Bautista vs Vinicius Oliveira. 📊 Model-driven fight projections 💰 Betting angles and value spots 🧠 How the numbers shape this week’s card 🔍 What bettors should (and shouldn’t) be targeting at the Apex   🎧 Subscribe to First Strike for weekly UFC betting previews and sharp analysis. 🎙️ Available wherever you get your podcasts. 🐦 Follow the hosts on X: Dave Ross: @drosssports Rob Moreno: @TheRobbeo   🌐 For more UFC and sports betting coverage, visit VSiN.com   00:00 — Cold Open / Hook 00:12 — Show Open Animation 00:20 — Introduction & Early Predictions 01:24 — Analyzing the Paramount Plus Experience 02:56 — Fight Card Breakdown: Bautista vs. Oliveira 06:32 — Nurmagomedov vs. Basharat: Tactical Breakdown 10:15 — Horiguchi vs. Albazi: Clash of Styles 13:26 — Final Thoughts & Upcoming Fights 13:39 — UFC Betting Outlook & Upcoming Events 14:29 — Paramount Plus Experience & Early Season Insights 16:54 — Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira Analysis 22:05 — Cong Wang Comeback & Fight Breakdown 27:03 — Jean Matsumoto vs. Farid Basharat 31:26 — Sean Strickland vs. Fluffy Hernandez Preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The UFC calendar rolls on with another massive title fight — and First Strike is back to break it all down. Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics) to preview UFC 325, headlined by Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes. The crew digs into the numbers, betting markets, and stylistic matchups that matter most as the title picture continues to evolve.   On this episode: 📊 Analytical breakdowns with Reed Kuhn 💰 Betting angles, market movement & value spots   🎧 Subscribe to First Strike for weekly UFC betting previews and expert insight. 🎙️ Available wherever you get your podcasts.   00:00 — Dave Ross welcomes Reed Kuhn back to First Strike 00:39 — Reed Kuhn on Fightnomics fundamentals & evolving UFC models 02:06 — Where to find the Fightnomics book in 2026 03:36 — The Paramount+ era: does it change UFC analytics? 05:06 — UFC 325 Main Event: Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2 07:22 — Finish potential, totals movement & betting angles (Volk vs Lopes) 08:17 — Dan Hooker vs Benoit Saint Denis breakdown 10:42 — Totals talk & live-bet considerations (BSD fight) 11:37 — Mauricio Ruffy vs Rafael Fiziev model breakdown 13:31 — Decision prop talk & stylistic matchup notes 14:28 — Transition: Rob Moreno joins next   15:08 — Rob Moreno joins: how El Modelo was inspired by Fightnomics 15:29 — Why MMA modeling “clicked” compared to team sports 16:55 — VSiN Pro subscriber promo + upcoming betting calendar 17:46 — Super Bowl betting guide plug 18:05 — Ruffy vs Fiziev: over 2.5, toughness & finishing paths 21:19 — Benoit Saint Denis vs Dan Hooker: age, recency & model lean 24:42 — Round prop (1.5) discussion & BSD finish angle 26:15 — Alternate unders & BSD by finish 26:41 — Junior Tafa vs Billy Elekana: model fade & parlay angle 28:58 — Under 7.5 correlation & finish math 29:40 — Main Event breakdown: Volkanovski vs Lopes 2 30:25 — Why Rob is backing this fighter at the current price 33:38 — Totals repopulated (4.5): correlated betting angles 35:03 — If Lopes wins: wrestling adjustments & path to victory 35:34 — Final thoughts, subscribe reminder & sign-off   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The UFC is back — and First Strike kicks off the Paramount era with a full betting preview of UFC 324, headlined by Paddy Pimblett vs Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title. Dave Ross is joined by Jordan Sherwood to break down early plays and angles (including the “Silva & Silva” parlay and a live dog look at Derrick Lewis), and Rob Moreno (“El Modelo”) is in for model projections and market reads. Plus: what the “Paramount era” means for pacing, finishes, and presentation. 🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts. 🌐 More betting coverage at VSiN.com.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First episode of the new year! Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return to First Strike with a look ahead to 2026 — including UFC betting tips for the year, a peek into the futures market, and an early conversation around UFC 324. Joined this week by special guest Lou Finocchiaro! From long-term betting strategy to division outlooks and early market edges, the crew sets the tone for another big year on First Strike. Programming note: We recorded this episode before the news broke that Kayla Harrison is out of next week’s fight against Amanda Nuñes due to injury. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC betting previews, sharp insights, and expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us across platforms: @drosssports | @TheRobbeo | @GambLou     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The curtain closes on 2025 with a special year-end episode of VSiN's First Strike. Dave Ross and Rob Moreno look back on the biggest moments from the UFC betting year — including the biggest upsets, fighter of the year, and their favorite moments from a wild 2025 season. The crew also gives a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2026, including the return of a special guest to kick off the new year.  Thank you to everyone who tuned in, listened, and rode with us all year. We’ll see you in 2026. 👊   🎧 Subscribe and catch every episode wherever you get your podcasts. 📲 Follow us on all platforms: @drosssports | @TheRobbeo     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s the final event of 2025, and VSiN's First Strike is here with a full betting breakdown of UFC Vegas 112 👊 Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Kyle Anthony (@KyleAnthonyUFC) to preview a fun end-of-year fight card headlined by Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape. From sharp angles to model projections, the crew breaks down the slate and delivers everything bettors need heading into the year’s last UFC event. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC betting previews, expert analysis, and top-tier guests. 📲 Follow us on X: @drosssports | @TheRobbeo | @KyleAnthonyUFC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s the final PPV of the year, and VSiN's First Strike is here with a massive UFC 323 Betting Preview 🔥 Dave Ross and Rob Moreno break down a championship-stacked card featuring two title fights: 🏆 Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan — Bantamweight Title 🏆 Alexandre Pantoja vs Joshua Van — Flyweight Title This week, the crew is joined by two standout guests with sharp betting insights 🔹 Zayd Hussein (@Zayd__Hussein) & Nick Kalikas (@FightOdds)  Get your full card analysis, best bets, “El Modelo” predictions, and all the angles you need for the biggest PPV of the year. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC betting previews, analytics, and expert guests. 📲 Follow us on all platforms: @drosssports | @The Robbeo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return with a brand-new episode of First Strike, breaking down this weekend’s UFC Qatar card — headlined by Arman Tsarukyan vs Dan Hooker. This week’s guest, Dan Vreeland (@GumbyVreeland), joins the show to dive into some deep matchup dynamics, sharp betting angles, and where “El Modelo” finds value ahead of fight night. The crew goes deep on everything you need before placing your bets on UFC Qatar. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, sharp analysis & expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us on X: @drosssports & @TheRobbeo   And check out VSiN.com for more sports betting insights! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back for a massive episode of First Strike, breaking down UFC 322, featuring two championship fights! 👊 🏆 Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title 🏆 Valentina Shevchenko vs Zhang Weili for the flyweight title Analytics expert Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics) joins the show to dive into the data, model projections, and key betting angles for one of the biggest cards of the year. From sharp favorites to live underdogs, get the complete breakdown before you bet on UFC 322. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, betting analysis, and expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us: X/Instagram | @drosssports & @TheRobbeo  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back with another episode of VSiN's First Strike, previewing UFC Vegas 111 with special guest Doug Vazquez (Sports Illustrated). The crew breaks down the full fight card, including the main event — Gabriel Bonfim vs Randy Brown — and where “El Modelo” finds value across the slate. Plus, a candid discussion on the Isaac Dulgarian gambling scandal from last weekend’s event and what it means for bettors and the sport moving forward. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC betting previews, sharp analysis, and expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us: Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok @drosssports | @TheRobbeo | @dougdoesfights Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return for another edition of VSiN's First Strike, breaking down the UFC Vegas 110 card with special guest Dan Tom (@DanTomMMA). This week’s main event features Steve Garcia vs David Onama, and the crew dives deep into the matchup, betting angles, and how “El Modelo” lines up with the odds. From sharp favorites to sneaky underdogs, get the analysis you need before placing your bets this weekend. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, betting breakdowns, and expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us: X, Instagram @drosssports & @TheRobbeo And make sure to check out VSiN.com for more betting picks and analysis on ALL sports.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back with another episode of First Strike, delivering a full UFC 321 betting preview with analytics expert Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics). This week’s card features two championship fights: 🏆 Tom Aspinall defends the heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane 🏆 Mackenzie Dern meets Virna Jandiroba for the vacant strawweight belt The crew breaks down every angle — data-driven insights, betting predictions, and where “El Modelo” aligns with the odds. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, sharp betting analysis, and expert guests every week here on First Strike. 📲 Follow us: Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok @drosssports & @TheRobbeo Plus subscribe on YouTube as well!  http://youtube.com/@FirstStrike-MMA Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are back for another episode of First Strike, breaking down UFC Vancouver with special guest James Lynch (@LynchOnSports). Headlined by Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen in a middleweight battle! The crew takes a deep dive into the fight card — breaking down matchups, betting angles, and where “El Modelo” sees value ahead of fight night. From sharp favorites to live underdogs, get everything you need to prep for Saturday’s fights. 👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, betting breakdowns, and expert guests every fight week. 📲 Follow us on X: @drosssports | @LynchOnSports | @TheRobbeo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return with another action-packed episode of First Strike, delivering your full UFC Rio betting preview — headlined by Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot. This week, they’re joined by Dan Vreeland (@GumbyVreeland) to break down the entire card from Rio de Janeiro, including home-crowd edges, live underdogs, and where “El Modelo” finds betting value across the matchups. From main event insights to sneaky props, get the sharp analysis you need before Saturday’s fights.   👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC previews, betting breakdowns, and expert guests every Wednesday! 📲 Follow us on X: @drosssports & @TheRobbeo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a massive fight week, and First Strike is here with your full UFC 320 betting preview! Dave Ross (@drosssports) and Rob Moreno (@TheRobbeo) are joined by the godfather of MMA analytics, Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics), to break down Saturday’s card headlined by two title fights: Main Event: Magomed Ankalaev vs Alex Pereira Co-Main: Merab Dvalishvili vs Cory Sandhagen From data-driven insights to best bets, the crew covers everything you need to know before placing your wagers on UFC 320.   👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share First Strike for weekly UFC betting previews and expert analysis. 📲 Follow us on Twitter/X: @drosssports | @TheRobbeo | @Fightnomics 🌐 For more sharp sports betting insight across every sport, check out visit VSiN.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.