Featherweight stand-out Timur Khizriev of Russia is favored to continue his sensational run in MMA when he looks to make it fourteen wins on the bounce against top-ranked Justin Gonzales of the USA in the undercard of Bellator 301. The Russian ace is a massive favorite with the bookies in early odds. Bellator 301 takes place in Chicago at the Wintrust Arena.
MMA: Bellator Featherweight
Venue: Wintrust Arena, Chicago
Where to watch: Youtube/Pluto TV
Date: 18.11.2023. 01.00
Timur Khizriev
The rising Russian stand-out has fought twice in Bellator MMA - securing two unanimous wins in the California-based promotion - following his debut late last year. Timur Khizriev turned professional in 2014 and has competed in many regional promotions like Eagle FC, AMC Fight Night, and FNG. The 27-year-old Dagestan-born fighter has developed a reputation for being an efficient pointsman.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 27
- Height: 5’ 9”
- Reach: 68.5”
- Weight: 145 Ibs
- Record: 16–4-0
Justin Gonzales
American Justin Gonzales is 3-2 in Bellator MMA since a 2021 debut. “J-Train” comes into this bout off a loss last April to Mads Burnell. The 32-year-old, who previously competed in LFA, is a Dana White Contender Series graduate, participating in the 2019 edition.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 32
- Height: 5’ 9”
- Reach: 72”
- Weight: 145 Ibs
- Record: 14–2-0
Betting Odds
Justin Gonzales is a 3.65 underdog on Bet386. On Betwinner, the American is priced at 3.77 for the upset. 1XBET lists a price of 3.1 that round three will not start.