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Dana White's Contender Series: Season 7/Week 2 Betting Preview: Eduardo Moura vs. Janaina Silva

August 15, 2023



Do not overlook the upcoming showdown in Dana White's Contender Series, featuring Eduarda Moura and Janaina Silva facing off in a captivating women's strawweight bout. The closely-matched abilities of these contenders offer a thrilling chance for betting that merits your keen interest.


  • Location: UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada

  • Date: Tuesday August 15, 2023

  • Main Card: 7:00 PM ET

  • Watch on: ESPN+

Eduarda Moura Betting Preview

Moura is currently undefeated through eight of her professional bouts. Her most recent success was a second round TKO against Claudiene Ferreira Alves in Demo Fight back in March of this year. 

Her fighting resume shows that she has eight wins that consists of three knockouts, four submissions, and one decision. Six of his eight wins have resulted in a first round finish.

“Ronda” has battled against subpar competition throughout her career. Looking at her previous performances in Demo Fight (3-0), she was able to compete against somewhat better competitors and has an opportunity to land another quality win.

Moura is currently ranked as the third best pound for pound fighter in Brazil. She has a great opportunity to improve her rank, but establish a better one in the US.

Janaina Silva Betting Preview

Silva is aiming to extend her five-fight undefeated win streak as she steps into the octagon for this matchup. Her most recent victory was a unanimous decision against Nayara Hemily in LFA 146 back in November of last year.

Her fighting resume shows that she has five wins that consists of two knockouts and three decisions. She has one win so far that has resulted in a first round finish.

“Jana Popozinha” has some solid exposure in a few good fighting leagues. She has gone 3-0 in Thunder Fight and 1-0 in Legacy Fighting Alliance, which were all against opponents with five wins or less.

Silva is currently ranked as the 34th best pound for pound female fighter in Brazil. This will be an excellent showing on who is the best, especially since both have accolades in Brazil.

Game Odds, Series Trends and Free Pick

The following moneyline from MyBookie shows that Eduarda Moura is nearly a moderate favorite to win this showdown. Both fighters have established resumes in Brazil, giving this an incredible opportunity to see an explosive fight.


  • Janaina Silva: +150

  • Eduarda Moura: -180

  • *odds are subject to changes

Silva is not a dominant threat when it comes to striking and finishing fights early. However, she has a knack for making fights go the distance and can extend this one if she gains control.

Moura will aim to finish this early, potentially by submission. She is aggressive and will not hold back. Overall, look for an excellent fight with Moura coming away with another win.

Final Pick: Take Eduarda Moura to Win at -180