UFC 326: Holloway vs. Oliveira – Preview, Predictions and our smart betting picks
UFC 326 Predictions: Oliveira vs Holloway Odds, Picks and Full Fight Breakdown
By David Potter
UFC 326 is set to deliver an explosive night of fights, headlined by a highly anticipated showdown between Max Holloway and former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. With several intriguing matchups across the main card, fans and bettors alike are analyzing the odds and potential outcomes. Here is a full breakdown of the key fights along with predictions for the biggest bouts.
UFC 326 Main Event: Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira
The main event of UFC 326 features two of the most exciting fighters in mixed martial arts. Max Holloway enters the fight as a betting favorite at approximately -225, while Charles Oliveira sits as the underdog around +185.
Holloway is widely known for his incredible striking volume, landing over seven significant strikes per minute during his UFC career. His pace and cardio have made him one of the most difficult fighters to deal with over five rounds.
Oliveira, however, brings one of the most dangerous submission games in MMA history. The Brazilian holds the record for the most submissions in UFC history and remains a constant threat whenever the fight hits the ground.
While Holloway’s striking could control long stretches of the fight, Oliveira’s finishing ability makes him dangerous at every moment.
Prediction: Charles Oliveira
Co-Main Event: Caio Borralho vs Reinier de Ridder
The co-main event features a compelling middleweight matchup between Caio Borralho and Reinier de Ridder. Borralho enters the contest as a solid betting favorite around -300, while de Ridder is listed near +240.
Borralho has steadily built momentum in the UFC with strong grappling control, improved striking, and a methodical approach inside the octagon. His ability to dictate where the fight takes place has been a key factor in his recent success.
De Ridder, a former two-division champion in ONE Championship, is known for his submission skills and ground control. If the fight becomes a grappling battle, both fighters could neutralize each other’s strengths.
Prediction: Caio Borralho
Raul Rosas Jr vs Rob Font
One of the most intriguing matchups on the UFC 326 main card pits rising prospect Raul Rosas Jr against veteran bantamweight Rob Font. Rosas Jr currently sits as a betting favorite at roughly -218, while Font is around +180.
Rosas Jr has quickly become one of the most talked about young fighters in the UFC thanks to his relentless grappling pressure and aggressive style. Despite his youth, he has already shown the ability to overwhelm opponents early in fights.
Font, on the other hand, brings years of experience against top-level competition. His striking and durability could pose problems if the fight stays standing.
Prediction: Raul Rosas Jr
Gregory Rodrigues vs Brunno Ferreira
Middleweights Gregory “Robocop” Rodrigues and Brunno Ferreira meet in what many expect to be one of the most explosive fights of the night.
Rodrigues has built a reputation for exciting fights and powerful striking, while