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Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2: How to Watch, Odds, and Expert Picks for UFC 325
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Alexander Volkanovski defends his UFC featherweight championship against Diego Lopes in a highly anticipated rematch at UFC 325 this Saturday,live from Qudos bank Arena in Sydney Olympic Park,Australia. The main card is scheduled to begin at approximately 9 p.m. ET, following prelims at 7 p.m. ET.Volkanovski, a dominant force in the division, previously defeated Lopes by unanimous decision at UFC 314 last April in a bout that earned fight of the Night honors.
The odds for the main event currently have Volkanovski as a slight favorite at -148,while lopes is the underdog at +124. Further down the card, eighth-ranked Benoit saint Denis is a significant favorite at -375.
However, before placing any bets, expert analysis suggests consulting the predictions of SportsLineS MMA specialist, Kyle Marley. Marley has a proven track record, generating nearly $10,000 in profit for $100 bettors over the past three-plus years and exceeding $21,000 in returns since May 2018. His success includes a remarkable streak of five consecutive main-event underdog victories in 2020, following the UFC’s pandemic-related hiatus, and a 7-4 record at his last UFC event.
Marley’s Insights: Don’t Miss His UFC 325 Picks
Marley has meticulously analyzed Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2, revealing his top betting picks and best bets. He’s also identified a key matchup outside the main event, backing Billy Elekana (-258) to defeat Junior Tafa via decision. “Tafa might get the striking match that he needs here, but I’m sure Elekana could run through him with wrestling if he wants, as Tafa is that bad on the ground,” Marley stated.”Elekana can win a striking match here as well, but that is just going to be a closer fight, and he put himself at risk of getting knocked out. I hope he wrestles, but give me Elekana to win a decision.”
Marley is also confident in identifying “the better overall fighter” poised for a significant victory on the card. His complete analysis and picks are available exclusively at SportsLine.
Volkanovski and Lopes: A Closer Look
Volkanovski, 37, boasts a professional record of 27-4, with 13 knockouts, three submissions, and 11 decisions. He is a two-time featherweight champion and the first Australian-born fighter to claim a UFC title. Notably, he was named the 2025 Male Next Level Fighter of the Year by Australian MMA and holds the record as the oldest fighter to win the UFC featherweight championship at 36 years and 195 days old.
Lopes, 31, enters the contest with a 27-7 record, showcasing his versatility with 11 knockouts, 12 submissions, and four decisions.His professional journey began in 2012 in Brazil, with stops in Mexico and the LUX Fight League before earning a spot in the UFC via Dana White’s Contender Series in 2021. Despite a loss in his UFC debut at UFC 288,he secured Fight of the night honors and has since won six of his last seven bouts.
The stakes are high as Volkanovski aims to solidify his reign, while Lopes seeks to capture the championship and establish himself as a top contender in the featherweight division.
For detailed picks and analysis from an expert with a proven track record, visit SportsLine now.
UFC 325 Main Fight Card & Odds (Subject to Change – via DraftKings):
- Alexander Volkanovski (-148) vs. Diego Lopes (+124)
- Dan Hooker (+295) vs. Benoit Saint denis (-375)
- Rafael Fiziev (-122) vs. Mauricio ruffy (+102)
- Tai Tuivasa (+260) vs. Tallison Teixeira (-325)
- Quillan Salkilld (-1000) vs
