Betting odds and dynamic matchups: What to expect at UFC 294

UFC 294, initially slated as a blockbuster event, has undergone significant last-minute changes, promising an even more intense showdown for fight fans worldwide. In a highly anticipated main event, Islam Makhachev, the current lightweight titleholder, is set to defend his championship against featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski, stepping in for the injured Charles Oliveira. The fight holds the promise of a gripping rematch, adding to the excitement surrounding the event hosted at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.

Co-Main Event: Chimaev vs. Usman Clash
Rising star Khamzat Chimaev's scheduled bout with former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has brought additional anticipation to UFC 294. Usman, making his middleweight debut after stepping in for the injured Paulo Costa, sets the stage for an electrifying co-main event that is sure to captivate audiences.

Fight Schedule and Where to Watch
UFC 294 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 21, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Viewers can catch the prelims starting at 3pm BST and the main card at 7pm BST. For UK audiences, the card will be broadcast live on TNT Sports, with the fights also available on the broadcaster's app and website. US viewers can stream the action live on ESPN+ and the UFC's Fight Pass.


Insights and Betting Odds
As the excitement builds, betting odds reveal Makhachev as the favorite at 4/9 over Volkanovski at 9/5, while Chimaev holds 2/5 odds against Usman's 2/1. Fight enthusiasts can also anticipate an action-packed evening with a full card boasting dynamic matchups across various weight divisions.

Don't miss out on this riveting UFC event, showcasing thrilling battles and unexpected twists in the world of mixed martial arts.

Main card:

Islam Makhachev (C) vs Alexander Volkanovski 2 (lightweight title)

Khamzat Chimaev vs Kamaru Usman (middleweight)

Magomed Ankalaev vs Johnny Walker (light-heavyweight)

Ikram Aliskerov vs Warlley Alves (middleweight)

Said Nurmagomedov vs Muin Gafurov (bantamweight)

Prelims:

Tim Elliot vs Muhammad Mokaev (flyweight)

Nathaniel Wood vs Muhammad Naimov (featherweight)

Mohammad Yahya vs Trevor Peek (lightweight)

Javid Basharat vs Victor Henry (bantamweight)

Abu Azaitar vs Sedriques Dumas (middleweight)

Mike Breeden vs Anshul Jubli (lightweight)

Viktoriia Dudakova vs Jinh Yu Frey (women’s strawweight)

Shara Magomedov vs Bruno Silva (middleweight)