Match Analysis: Jesus Pinedo vs Movlid Khaybulaev – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-01
- Time: 10:30 PM UTC
- Location: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey
Game Overview
The 2025 PFL World Featherweight Title bout features former 2023 PFL Featherweight Champion Jesus Pinedo versus undefeated 2021 PFL Featherweight Champion Movlid Khaybulaev. Both fighters are elite featherweights with contrasting styles: Pinedo is an aggressive striker known for finishing fights with powerful knockouts, while Khaybulaev employs dominant Dagestani wrestling to control and outgrapple opponents. The bout is set for five rounds and will decide the divisional supremacy and tournament champion.
Key Factors to Consider
- Jesus Pinedo holds a professional record of 25-6-1 with a recent finishing streak characterized by explosive striking and knockout power. Movlid Khaybulaev is unbeaten at 23-0-1 (1 NC), renowned for his smothering wrestling style and relentless ground control that neutralizes opponents effectively.
- Pinedo and Khaybulaev have not fought previously, making this a highly anticipated first-time encounter between two former PFL featherweight champions with contrasting skill sets.
- No reported injuries were found for either fighter ahead of the bout, indicating both should be at full health on fight night.
- The fight takes place at the prestigious Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall as part of the PFL World Tournament Finals, with significant prize money and divisional prestige on the line. This high-stakes environment may affect fighter motivation and strategy.
- Pinedo is motivated to reclaim the featherweight crown after winning in 2023 and is coming off a strong run of finishes. Khaybulaev is driven to maintain his undefeated status and prove his dominance with a second PFL tournament title.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Jesus Pinedo: -165, Movlid Khaybulaev: 135 | Jesus Pinedo | ★★★★☆ 72% |
| Spread | Jesus Pinedo: -1.5, Movlid Khaybulaev: +1.5 | Jesus Pinedo to win by more than 1.5 rounds (i.e., clear win) | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Over/under | over_3.5_rounds: -110, under_3.5_rounds: -110 | Over 3.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Jesus Pinedo -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Jesus Pinedo at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given Pinedo's heavy striking style versus Khaybulaev’s grappling dominance, the fight likely hinges on whether Pinedo can avoid takedowns to utilize his knockout power. The betting favorite and more probable winner is Jesus Pinedo at -165 odds, with Khaybulaev as underdog at +135. The prediction favors Pinedo winning via knockout or decision by outstriking, but Khaybulaev’s grappling could drag the fight to a decision or submission if Pinedo fails to keep it standing.
Predicted Score: Jesus Pinedo wins by unanimous decision or knockout in round 3 or 4