The first UFC card of 2026 is an event filled with exciting matchups, with the interim lightweight championship taking center stage as Justin Gaethje faces Paddy Pimblett on Paramount+.
Pimblett (23-3) is the -238 favorite, entering this bout on a nine-fight win streak, aiming for his first title within the UFC. Conversely, former interim champion Gaethje (26-5) is priced at +195 after securing victory in three of his last four fights. The total rounds is set at 2.5 with the Over option slightly favored at -120.
The co-main event highlights a clash between top-five bantamweights Sean O’Malley and Song Yadong, with O’Malley holding the betting favorite position at -218 against Yadong (+180).
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Vithlani, an analytical bettor, has maintained a successful record since January 2023, amassing over $1,500 in profit with his UFC main-card betting.
He has already established impressive rankings, including an upset prediction for Sean O’Malley. For those wanting to make their picks, Vithlani has analyzed Gaethje vs. Pimblett in detail, revealing his top betting strategies.
Main Fight Card Odds
- Justin Gaethje (+195) vs. Paddy Pimblett (-238)
- Sean O’Malley (-218) vs. Song Yadong (+180)
- Waldo Cortes-Acosta (-345) vs. Derrick Lewis (+275)
- Natalie Silva (-310) vs. Rose Namajunas (+250)
- Arnold Allen (+170) vs. Jean Silva (-205)
See picks at SportsLine.
