Danny Barlow vs. Nikolay Veretennikov: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

Dana White Contender Series (DWCS) alumni Danny Barlow of America and Kazakhstan’s Nikolay Veretennikov clash in the main card of UFC fight night this weekend in a hastily arranged welterweight bout. While Danny Barlow graduated with a win from the Contender Series and has debuted successfully in the UFC, Nikolay Veretennikov lost his Contender Series fight but is recalled here to make a promotional debut on short notice. Barlow is a huge favorite of the bookmakers.

MMA: UFC Welterweight

Where to Watch: ESPN2/ESPN+

Venue: UFC Apex, Las Vegas

Date: 11.08.2024. 03:30

The powerful American announced himself in the UFC with a 3rd round knockout of Josh Quinian in his promotional debut last February. The 29-year-old had earned his place in the UFC following a first-round KO of Raheem Forest in the 2023 contender series. Holding a perfect record, “Lefthand2God” was originally billed to face Uros Medic before a late withdrawal led to a new opponent. Barlow has a 63% KO/TKO stat and will be expected to finish the debutant.

• Age: 29
• Height: 6’2”
• Reach: 79”
• Weight: 170lbs (77.1kg)
• Record: 8-0

At 34, Kazhakstan’s Nikolay Veretennikov is quite an experienced debutant. Since failing to win a contract in 2021, Veretennikov has continued his business with brutal efficiency, winning three consecutive finishes in the United Fight League. With a 73% win rate by KO/TKO, Nikolay Veretennikov is a well-rounded fighter who can mix it up on his feet and the mat.

• Age: 34
• Height: 6’1’’
• Reach: 74”
• Weight: 170lbs (71.1kg)
• Record: 12-4

Nikolay Vetetennikov is a 3.7 underdog on Betway. Danny Barlow to win by KO/TKO is 2.52 odds on 1XBET, which also prices a points' victory for either of the fighters at 2.3. Bet365 lists total rounds over 2.5 at 1.86 odds and the under at 1.80. Read more here.