Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani vs. Farman Hasanov prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 123

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UFC Vegas 123: Moicano vs. Nolan kicks off the main card with Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani against unbeaten Farman Hasanov in the welterweight division. Check out our UFC Vegas 123 odds series for our Lebosnoyani-Hasanov prediction and pick.

Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani (11-2) has opened his UFC career with consecutive decision victories, edging Phil Rowe by split decision before unanimously defeating Seokhyeon Ko. Those performances showcased his ability to navigate competitive rounds against opposition while extending his winning streak, as he comes into his fight this weekend against Farman Hasanov.

Farman Hasanov (6-0) debuted in the UFC by defeating Eric Nolan through unanimous decision in June. That result followed his first-round doctor stoppage victory over Abdurakhmon Fazilov in LFA, showcasing an unbeaten prospect with wrestling credentials and developing striking as he comes into his fight this weekend against Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani.

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UFC Vegas 123 odds, courtesy of DraftKings

Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani: -298

Farman Hasanov: +240

Over 2.5 rounds: +120

Under 2.5 rounds: -154

Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani can win by making Hasanov negotiate threats in every phase rather than allowing wrestling alone to dictate exchanges. His best approach combines measured striking, quick positional reactions, and submission threats that discourage the unbeaten prospect from settling comfortably.

Lebosnoyani’s victories over Phil Rowe and Seokhyeon Ko provide recent evidence that he can navigate competitive fights across three rounds. That experience matters here because Hasanov could have early wrestling success without necessarily controlling the entire tactical direction of the matchup.

The favorite should use straight punches and body attacks to make Hasanov defend before attempting to connect his preferred entries. A mixed attack would reduce the underdog’s ability to anticipate when Lebosnoyani will stand, circle, or change levels into grappling.

If taken down, Lebosnoyani should prioritize immediate movement and meaningful submission threats rather than accepting extended periods beneath a wrestler. Making Hasanov defend his neck or posture can create the space needed to recover position and return to standing exchanges.

Lebosnoyani’s winning performance should be built around versatility rather than assuming he can overpower a specialist in that specialist’s territory. Expect him to win the more varied exchanges, limit prolonged control, and secure a decision through effective offense across phases.

Farman Hasanov can pull the upset by making Lebosnoyani fight a narrower contest than the favorite’s broader offensive arsenal suggests. His clearest route is persistent wrestling, with pressure that forces defensive reactions before Lebosnoyani can freely alternate striking and submissions.

Hasanov’s freestyle wrestling credentials provide a credible foundation for building sustained attacks rather than depending on one isolated takedown attempt. He should connect entries along the fence, where changing grips and attacking the hips can gradually turn resistance into grounded positions.

The essential detail is remaining disciplined once the fight reaches the canvas, because Lebosnoyani can punish careless advances with submissions. Hasanov needs strong posture, controlled wrist fighting, and short strikes that score without allowing the opponent to initiate dangerous scrambles.

His unanimous decision over Eric Nolan also shows that an early finish is not necessary for him to win successfully. That patience should carry into this matchup, where forcing Lebosnoyani to repeatedly stand could prove more effective than chasing spectacular damage.

On the feet, Hasanov should keep his combinations compact and use each exchange to create another opportunity for physical contact. Expect his winning scenario to involve repeated takedowns, limited exposure during transitions, and a decision built on productive grappling sequences.

Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani receives the selection because his ability to threaten multiple phases should create more ways to recover when Hasanov has success with early wrestling. Hasanov’s path is credible, but maintaining control against an opponent willing to attack submissions and scramble immediately demands more than simply completing the initial takedown attempt.

The favorite should aim to make every exchange uncomfortable, mixing body work with straight punches before using movement to prevent Hasanov from establishing connected wrestling sequences. Even when grounded, active threats can force Hasanov to defend rather than freely advance, creating the space Lebosnoyani needs to recover his feet or reverse position.

The prediction is a competitive unanimous decision rather than an automatic finish, with Hasanov’s wrestling making several stretches closer than the moneyline might initially suggest. Lebosnoyani should produce the more varied effective offense, and the over offers a logical companion if both fighters remain disciplined through the dangerous transitions this matchup presents.

Final Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani-Farman Hasanov Prediction & Pick: Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani (-298), OVER 2.5 rounds (+120).

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