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UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Craig is going down tomorrow. Here's the place to be to stay informed about all the weigh-in results.

## Main Card (ESPN+ 5PM ET)

**_Middleweight:_** Brendan Allen **(186 lbs)** vs. Paul Craig **(186 lbs)**

**_Welterweight:_** Jake Matthews **(170.5 lbs)** vs. Michael Morales **(171 lbs)**

**_Lightweight:_** Chase Hooper **(155.5 lbs)** vs. Jordan Leavitt **(155.5 lbs)**       

**_Bantamweight:_** Nick Aguirre **(136 lbs)** vs. Payton Talbott **(136 lbs)**      

**_Women's Strawweight:_** Luana Pinheiro **(115.5 lbs)** vs. Amanda Ribas **(115.5 lbs)**

**_Welterweight:_** Uros Medic **(171 lbs)** vs. Myktybek Orolbai **(170 lbs)**

## PRELIMINARY CARD (ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass 2PM ET)    

**_Featherweight:_** Joanderson Brito **(145 lbs)** vs. Jonathan Pearce **(145.5 lbs)**

**_Bantamweight:_** Chad Anhelinger **(134.5 lbs)** vs. Jose Johnson **(136 lbs)**

**_Middleweight:_** Christian Duncan **(186 lbs)** vs. Denis Tiuliulin**(186 lbs)**

**_Heavyweight:_** Caio Machado **(250 lbs)** vs. Mick Parkin **(262.5 lbs)**

**_Featherweight:_** Lucas Alexander **(148 lbs)*** vs. Jeka Saragih **(146 lbs)**

**_Women's Bantamweight:_** Ailin Perez **(136.5 lbs)** vs. Lucie Pudilova **(135.5 lbs)**

**_Lightweight:_** Nikolas Motta **(155 lbs)** vs. Treg Ogden **(155.5 lbs)**

**_Flyweight:_** Rafael Estevam **(128 lbs)** vs. Charles Johnson **(125 lbs)**

- Lucas Alexander missed weight by 2lbs over the Featherweight limit.

- Ailin Perez missed weight by 0.5lbs over the Women's Bantamweight limit.

- Rafael Estevam missed weight by 2lbs over the Flyweight limit.

Check back here to see the rest of the weigh-in results.

UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Craig Weigh-In Results

Douglas Vegas Bets

Former Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is set to make his return to the octagon in a few short weeks as he is set to take on rising contender Nassourdine Imavov and the odds are out now. This event is scheduled for February 1st from the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 1/19/2025**

## Current odds: Israel Adesanya -172, Nassourdine Imavov +135

This is a pivotal fight in the career of Adesanya who has lost three of his last four fights including being submitted by Dricus Du Plessis in his most recent fight at UFC 305. Imavov gets the biggest opportunity of his career here after winning his third straight with a decision over Brendan Allen in Paris, France last September.

## Past Odds: Israel Adesanya

*Odds via FightOdds.io*

Israel Adesanya (-110) vs. Dricus Du Plessis (-110) UFC 305 - Loss

Israel Adesanya (-670) vs. Sean Strickland (+495) UFC 293 - Loss

Israel Adesanya (-130) vs. Alex Pereira (+120) UFC 287 – Win

Israel Adesanya (-215) vs. Alex Pereira (+195) UFC 281 – Loss

Israel Adesanya (-500) vs. Jared Cannonier (+435) UFC 276 – Win

## Past Odds: Nassourdine Imavov

*Odds via FightOdds.io*

Nassourdine Imavov (-210) vs. Brendan Allen (+180) UFC Fight Night: Saint-Denis- vs. Moicano - Win

Nassourdine Imavov (-126) vs. Jared Cannonier (+106) UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Imavov - Win

Nassourdine Imavov (-164) vs. Roman Dolidze (+144) UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov - Win

Nassourdine Imavov (-125) vs. Chris Curtis (+105) UFC 289 - NC

Nassourdine Imavov (-130) vs. Sean Strickland (+120) UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Imavov - Loss

Who are you picking in this battle of highly ranked Middleweights? Let us know in the comments.

Israel Adesanya Favored Over Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia

During the broadcast of UFC 311, two massive fights were announced to take place at UFC 313 with the main event being Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev and the co-main being a Lightweight battle between fan favorites Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker. This event is scheduled for March 8th from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

## Announcement: Justin Gaethje vs. Dan Hooker Five-Round Lightweight Fight

Justin Gaethje will be making his first appearance since being on the wrong end of last year's "knockout of the year" when he faced Max Holloway at UFC 300 and was left unconscious at the final bell. Dan Hooker will look to keep momentum here after his last win was his third in a row coming against Mateusz Gamrot by split decision at UFC 305.

Who are you taking in this must-see Lightweight clash? Let us know in the comments.

Justin Gaethje returns against Dan Hooker at UFC 313

During the broadcast of UFC 311, it was announced that the headliner for UFC 313 will be a Light Heavyweight title fight between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. The co-main event was also announced to be a five-round Lightweight clash between Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker. This event is scheduled for March 8th from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

## Announcement: Alex Pereira vs. Magmomed Ankalaev Light Heavyweight Title Fight

This will be Pereira's fourth time defending his title, with his most recent win coming by 4th-round knockout against Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307. Magomed Ankalaev gets a second chance at undisputed gold here after a draw with Jan Blachowicz some years ago, he earned this opportunity with a decision win over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC 308.

Who are you taking in this massive clash between Light Heavyweight? Let us know in the comments.

Alex Pereira vs. Magmomed Ankalaev set for UFC 313

It was a short-notice change of opponent for both men but it was no trouble for the Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev as he was able to submit Renato Moicano in the first round in the main event of UFC 311.

## Result: Islam Makhachev def. Renato Moicano by 1st Round Submission (4:05)

There was some solid back-and-forth action early, with a slip from Makhachev creating a tense moment. Once Makhachev took the fight to the ground, he was in complete control before securing his second straight D'Arce choke win.


>"I like this belt. If somebody want this belt, come into the cage" - Islam Makhachev

What did you think of Makhachev's performance? Let us know in the comments.

Islam Makhachev Submits Renato Moicano in Round One at UFC 311

After five rounds of high-level war, Merab Dvalishvili had his hand raised against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311 from the Intuit Arena in Los Angeles.

## Result: Merab Dvalishvili def. Umar Nurmagomedov via Unanimous Decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46)

The story of the fight was pace as despite a solid start from Nurmagomedov he seemingly gassed out during the third round at which point Dvalishvili took over and dominated the final three rounds to take a clear decision.


>"I can retire and die happy" - Merab Dvalishvili

What did you think of Merab's performance? Let us know in the comments.

Merab Dvalishvili Defends Title Over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311

After an incredible battle, it was Jiri Prochazka who came out on top against Jamahal Hill in a matchup of former Light Heavyweight champions on the main card of UFC 311 from the Intuit Arena in Los Angeles, California. 

## Result: Jiri Prochaka def. Jamahal Hill via Round 3 TKO (3:01)

It was a strong start for Prochazka, who dropped Hill and outlanded him by a wide margin in the first round. The second round saw close action before the pair traded eye pokes, and Hill seemingly finished the round with some momentum. The final round saw Prochazka back on the pressure, hurting Hill early and continuing to unload until Hill fell, forcing the referee to step in.

What did you think of the fight? Let us know in the comments.

Jiri Prochazka Finishes Jamahal Hill in Final Round at UFC 311

Just a day away from UFC 311 at the Intuit Arena in Los Angeles, California has a new main event! Arman Tsarukyan is out and Islam Makhachev will now face Renato Moicano for the Lightweight title.

## Announcement: Islam Makhachev vs. Renato Moicano Lightweight Title Fight

This news comes with Tsarukyan suffering an injury late at night during his weight cut. Moicano will now fight for the title after weighing in under the title limit. Makhachev will still look to make the fourth defense of his Lightweight title but now faces a new opponent. 

Who do you have in our new main event matchup? Let us know in the comments!

Renato Moicano Steps in to Face Islam Makhachev at UFC 311

UFC 311 headlined by Islam Makhachev taking on Arman Tsarukyan for the Lightweight title goes down tomorrow night from the Intuit Arena in Los Angeles, California. The official weigh-ins took place today, here are the results.

## Main Card 10 PM EST

**Lightweight Title Fight:** Islam Makhachev (154.5) vs. Renato Moicano (155)

**Bantamweight Title Fight:** Merab Dvalishvili (134) vs. Umar Nurmagomedov (135)

**Light Heavyweight:** Jiri Prochazka (204.5) vs. Jamahal Hill (205.5)

**Heavyweight:** Jailton Almeida vs. Serghei Spivac (233)

**Middleweight:** Kevin Holland (183.5) vs. Reinier de Ridder (184.5)

## Prelims 7 PM EST

**Bantamweight:** Payton Talbott (135.5) vs. Raoni Barcelos (135.5)

**Light Heavyweight:** Bogdan Guskov (205.5) vs. Billy Elekana (200)

**Lightweight:** Grant Dawson (156) vs. Diego Ferreira

**Middleweight:** Zach Reese (185.5) vs. Azamat Bekoev

**Bantamweight:** Karol Rosa (135.5) vs. Ailin Perez (135)

**Bantamweight:** Rinya Nakamura (135.5) vs. Muin Gafurov

**Bantamweight:** Ricky Turcios (136) vs. Benardo Sopaj (135)

**Flyweight:** Tagir Ulanbekov (125.5) vs. Clayton Carpenter (125.5)











UFC 311 Weigh-In Results

The UFC is back on pay-per-view for the first time this year this weekend from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. It is headlined by a Lightweight rematch years in the making, as champion Islam Makhachev takes on Arman Tsarukyan over five years after their first meeting. Also in the co-main event, Merab Dvalishvili will make the first defense of his Bantamweight title against the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov. I went over that matchup and every other fight on this stacked card to give my predictions and best bets, so let's get into it.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 1/13/2025**

## Islam Makhachev -400 vs. Arman Tsarukyan +300

The main event is the Lightweight title bout featuring two of the most talented grapplers in the division. Islam Makhachev has become a dominant champion but that has not stopped him from making improvements to his game as he continues to show more evolution in his striking with each outing while still having one of the best ground games in all of the UFC. Arman Tsarukyan has worked his way back from the debut loss to Makhachev to prove he is one of the best in the world having used his violent ground and pound to take out many of the best in the division including the dangerous Joel Alvarez, Charles Oliveira, and Beneil Dariush. 

This is going to look much different from the first time these two fought with both men having rounded out their skills tremendously but in the end, I see a similar result taking place as Makhachev still has the wrestling advantage and has shown much more polished striking.

Prediction: Makhachev by Decision

## Merab Dvalishvili +255 vs. Umar Nurmagomedov -333

This heated Bantamweight title clash has already arrived with little time since the announcement, but still enough time to create an interesting build-up. Merab Dvalishvili is a cardio machine with relentless wrestling that he uses to exhaust his opponents and overwhelm them over five rounds. Umar Nurmagomedov is a unique talent with solid striking behind a strong kicking game; still, his best attribute remains his wrestling, which he used to control a tough to hold down Cory Sandhagen for five rounds in his last matchup. 

I'm taking Nurmagomedov here as he is just too skilled on the ground for Dvalishvili to sustain enough success grappling to get a decision here and the striking also favors Nurmagomedov. 

Prediction: Nurmagomedov by Decision

## Jiri Prochazka -110 vs. Jamahal Hill -111

Knockout artists collide in this must-see Light Heavyweight matchup between former champions. Jiri Prochazka is an awkward but powerful striker with little regard for defense, although he has shown a great chin at times, and his power has proven to be the great equalizer as it was too much for Aleksandar Rakic, who seemed comfortably ahead to that point in the fight. Jamahal Hill is a big striker with real one-punch power in his hands that he can set up with a solid kicking game and the ability to keep a high pace throughout the fight, as he showed in his title-winning effort against Glover Teixeira. 

I like Hill here as he is the more defensively responsible fighter with the power to end this early if Prochazka hasn't learned to block punches with something other than his face yet.

Prediction: Hill by 1st Round KO

## Beneil Dariush +160 vs. Renato Moicano -196

Top-ranked Lightweight grapplers square off in this matchup, and neither man can afford to lose. Beneil Dariush has been a dark horse in the division for a long time, and he is looking to regain his form here after being out over a year coming off two knockout losses, although he remains a dangerous striker himself with a very credentialed ground game. Renato Moicano has become a fan favorite throughout his four-fight winning streak, which has seen him use his ground game to control several solid opponents and do real work to finish the fight once taking the top position, earning finishes in three of those wins, although with three knockout losses and some other close calls, his durability remains a concern.

This is a good stylistic matchup for Dariush so I'll bet him as the underdog here with Moicano being little threat to land another knockout and the grappling being a difficult path against someone who is the level of Dariush on the ground. 

Prediction: Dariush by 1st Round KO

## Kevin Holland -111 vs. Reinier de Ridder -110

An interesting stylistic matchup here at Middleweight opens our main card. Kevin Holland is a fun and dangerous striker with solid power in his hands and an ability to find awkward finishes, although he has struggled when facing strong grapplers, having been held on his back or submitted several times. Reinier de Ridder came back to win a tough UFC debut against Gerald Meerschaert, where he showed his grit and dangerous submission game as he was able to tap out one of the better grapplers in the division. 

I'll go with RDR here as Holland has consistently struggled with grapplers and has not made much effort to fix that weakness in his game to this point leading me to believe RDR will have success getting this fight to the floor and keeping it there.

Prediction: de Ridder by Decision

## Payton Talbott -1429 vs. Raoni Barcelos +750

One of the most hyped prospects in the sport takes on his toughest test yet here at Bantamweight. Payton Talbott has caught the attention of the entire MMA world, having shown the patience of a veteran through just nine fights, having finished seven in the second or third round. Raoni Barcelos is a tough veteran with solid striking and the ability to submit his opponent if given the opportunity, as he was in his last fight against Christian Quinonez, although his age and durability are both concerning at this point in his career.

Despite the tempting price on the other side, I'm still picking Talbott, and to be more specific, I expect him to take his time as he usually does to get a 2nd or 3rd round knockout finish.

Prediction: Talbott by 3rd Round TKO

## Jailton Almeida -435 vs. Serghei Spivac +320

Heavyweight grapplers go head to head here in this intriguing prelim clash. Jailton Almeida is a freak athlete with dominant skills on the ground that he has used to secure five first-round finishes in the UFC, including his last win, where he destroyed Alexandr Romanov. Serghei Spivac is a solid wrestler who has finished four of his last five opponents on the ground, although his durability is suspect with three knockout losses in the UFC, and he has given up top time to mediocre grapplers before. 

I see Almeida making quick work of this matchup, as his skills on the ground are going to be far too much for Spivac to deal with.

Prediction: Almeida by 1st Round Submission

## Grant Dawson -294 vs. Diego Ferreira +230

Fun matchup here between skilled Lightweight grapplers. Grant Dawson is a very strong grappler with great control, although he hasn't shown much high-level striking, and his chin is a concern, with him having been knocked out very quickly multiple times. Diego Ferreira is a crafty veteran with a solid ground game and dangerous striking that he used to get a highlight knockout against Michael Johnson. 

I'll pick Dawson here as I think he will be able to secure and hold top position long enough to wear down Ferreira although at these odds this fight is a pass from a betting perspective.

Prediction: Dawson by 3rd Round TKO

## Karol Rosa -217 vs. Ailin Perez +175

Bantamweights will look to enter the contender conversation with a big win in this one. Karol Rosa is a solid striker who has consistently competed with tough competition over her UFC run. Ailin Perez is a solid wrestler, although she struggles when she doesn't have a clear advantage on the ground.

I've got Rosa here as she is the much better striker who has competed against much tougher competition over her UFC run. I see her keeping this at range and landing the more effective strikes to win a decision.

Prediction: Rosa by Decision

## Rinya Nakamura -476 vs. Muin Gafurov +350

Another test here for an undefeated prospect at Bantamweight. Rinya Nakamura is another undefeated prospect on this card and he has maintained that record with a mix of a very strong wrestling base and knockout power in his hands. Muin Gafurov comes into this off his first UFC win where he beat Kyung Ho Kang, although he still showed some issues with his grappling that better opposition can expose.

This should be another win for Nakamura as he has a massive advantage in wrestling that he can use to dominate this matchup.

Prediction: Nakamura by Decision

## Ricky Turcios +270 vs. Benardo Sopaj -357

Two talented Bantamweights who came into the UFC with high hopes look to get things on track here. Ricky Turcios has struggled to find his footing in the UFC since winning The Ultimate Fighter several years ago, he is a high-volume striker with a decent ground game but he lacks much finishing ability. Benardo Sopaj returns looking to bounce back from a wild debut where he was on the wrong end of a brutal knockout against Vinicius Oliveira after a hard-fought back-and-forth battle.

There was a lot to like about Sopaj in his debut so I'll pick him here but I would caution against laying this price based on a losing performance.

Prediction: Sopaj by Decision

## Tagir Ulanbekov -323 vs. Clayton Carpenter +250

Fantastic matchup opens the card here at Flyweight. Tagir Ulanbekov is a very tall fighter for the division, which may have led to him missing weight the last time he was supposed to compete, although when he does make it to the octagon he is a dangerous grappler who uses his length to secure nasty chokes. Clayton Carpenter is a young and undefeated prospect who uses a smothering ground game and sneaky powerful striking to dominate or often finish his opponents.

I'll go with Carpenter as the underdog here as his skills are the ground are legit and he can give Ulanbekov real trouble there or force a striking match where he is the faster and harder hitter.

Prediction: Carpenter by Decision

## Best Bets

Jamahal Hill MoneyLine -105

Beneil Dariush MoneyLine +200

Reiner de Ridder MoneyLine +100

Clayton Carpenter MoneyLine +225

Jailton Almeida + Umar Nurmagomedov Parlay -135

Rinya Nakamura + Karol Rosa Parlay +102

UFC 311 Odds Breakdown

It is finally fight week for the first PPV of the year as Islam Makhachev is set to defend his Lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311 from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. The odds for that matchup and the entire card have been released, check them out now.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 1/14/2025**

## Current Odds: Islam Makhachev -400, Arman Tsarukyan +295

These odds mean a bettor would need to risk $400 to win $100 on Islam Makhachev, and a risk of $100 on Arman Tsarukyan could win $295

This main event is a rematch over five years in the making with Tsarukyan having come in on short notice for his debut to take on a young Makhachev. Islam Makhachev comes into this fight off his fifth-round finish of Dustin Poirier which was his third defence of the Lightweight title. Arman Tsarukyan enters his first title opportunity off a split decision win over Charles Oliveira back at UFC 300.

## Past Odds: Islam Makhachev

*Odds via FightOdds.io*

Islam Makhachev (-660) vs. Dustin Poirier (+485) UFC 302 - Win

Islam Makhachev (-251) vs. Alexander Volkanovski (+211) UFC 294 – Win

Islam Makhachev (-355) vs. Alexander Volkanovski (+320) UFC 284 – Win

Islam Makhachev (-190) vs. Charles Oliveira (+165) UFC 280 – Win

Islam Makhachev (-840) vs. Bobby Green (+660) UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs. Green – Win

## Past Odds: Arman Tsarukyan

*Odds via FightOdds.io*

Arman Tsarukyan (-220) vs. Charles Oliveira (+185) UFC 300 - Win 

Arman Tsarukyan (-290) vs. Beneil Dariush (+245) UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Dariush - Win 

Arman Tsarukyan (-1050) vs. Joaquim Silva (+600) UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs. Cannonier - Win 

Arman Tsarukyan (-185) vs. Damir Ismagulov (+170) UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Strickland - Win

Arman Tsarukyan (-240) vs. Mateusz Gamrot (+220) UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Gamrot - Loss

## Full Card Odds

**Islam Makhachev -400 vs. Arman Tsarukyan +295, Lightweight Title Fight**

**Merab Dvalishvili +255 vs. Umar Nurmagomedov -333, Bantamweight Title Fight**

**Jiri Prochazka -110 vs. Jamahal Hill -111, Light Heavyweight**

**Beneil Dariush +141 vs. Renato Moicano -175, Lightweight**

**Kevin Holland -108 vs. Reinier de Ridder -114, Middleweight**

**Payton Talbott -1250 vs. Raoni Barcelos +740**

**Jailton Almeida -417 vs. Serghei Spivac +310, Heavyweight**

**Grant Dawson -270 vs. Diego Ferreira +210, Lightweight**

**Karol Rosa -278 vs. Ailin Perez +220, Bantamweight**

**Rinya Nakamura -526 vs. Muin Gafurov +380, Bantamweight**

**Ricky Turcios +275 vs. Benardo Sopaj -357, Bantamweight**

**Tagir Ulanbekov -333 vs. Clayton Carpenter +255, Flyweight**

Who are you taking in this high-stakes Lightweight rematch? Let us know in the comments.