UFC 313 Forecast: Key Bets and Odds for Main Card Including Justin Gaethje's Spread

UFC 313 Predictions and Best Bets

UFC 313 features a highly anticipated main event where light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will take on Magomed Ankalaev. The event takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Pereira has established a Hall of Fame-worthy career since his UFC debut in November 2021. He captured the middleweight title by defeating Israel Adesanya, although he lost it in a rematch. Transitioning to the light heavyweight division, he quickly won the title again with three successful defenses.

Ankalaev, currently on a 12-fight unbeaten streak, presents a formidable challenge. His only blemish in this streak was a draw against Jan Błachowicz during a bid for the vacant light heavyweight title.

Co-Main Event

Justin Gaethje faces Rafael Fiziev at lightweight. This matchup becomes more intriguing as Gaethje returns from a brutal knockout by Max Holloway in 2024, while Fiziev has been recovering from a knee injury sustained in 2023.

The rest of the main card includes several exciting matchups including a bout between rising contender Ignacio Bahamondes and veteran Jalin Turner.

Best Bets

King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy: Ruffy seems positioned for a victory, leading us to back him via KO/TKO/DQ.
Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo: Likely going to decision, we’ll take Lucindo to win via decision.
Justin Gaethje +3.5: This matchup is expected to be close, and taking the point spread on Gaethje seems wise given their history.

Conclusion

For those betting on UFC 313, understanding the fighters’ backgrounds and recent performances is crucial. Wager wisely and enjoy the fights!