Match Analysis: Mohammad Alaqraa vs Ayman Galal – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-27
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: The Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Game Overview
The Welterweight Semifinal main card fight in the 2025 PFL MENA season pits Mohammad Alaqraa (8-1) from Kuwait against Ayman Galal (4-1, 2 NC) from Egypt. The match is critical as both fighters seek a spot in the PFL MENA Finals, taking place at The Arena in Riyadh. Alaqraa enters as the 2024 PFL MENA Welterweight Finalist, showing a strong record and stable weight at the official weigh-in of 170.4 pounds compared to Galal’s 169.6 pounds. Both fighters are highly motivated with stakes involving a six-figure payday and regional championship prestige.
Key Factors to Consider
- Mohammad Alaqraa holds significant experience with an 8-1 record and recent finalist status in the PFL MENA Welterweight division. He displays a more extensive winning history with consistent performance in the welterweight category. Ayman Galal, while less experienced with a 4-1 (2 NC) record, is known as “The Maestro,” implying technical skill and strategic fighting ability, but less demonstrated fight volume.
- There is no record of a previous match between Mohammad Alaqraa and Ayman Galal; hence no direct head-to-head data exists. The comparative advantage favors Alaqraa in terms of fight volume and recent high-level competition experience.
- No current injuries have been reported for either fighter ahead of the match as per official weigh-ins and press releases, indicating both fighters are at optimal physical condition.
- The fight is held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which is a neutral venue relative to both fighters' home countries (Kuwait and Egypt). The event is part of the PFL MENA semifinals, attracting considerable regional attention and broadcast via STARZPLAY and DAZN, which may add pressure but also motivation.
- Mohammad Alaqraa is motivated to advance for a lucrative payday and to cement his status as a top welterweight in the region after reaching the finals the previous year. Ayman Galal is similarly motivated by regional champion status and to establish himself as a PFL contender despite fewer fights and less history.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mohammad Alaqraa: -2000, Ayman Galal: 1040 | Mohammad Alaqraa | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Spread | Mohammad Alaqraa -1.5: -150, Ayman Galal +1.5: +130 | Mohammad Alaqraa -1.5 | ★★★★☆ 80% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5 rounds: -110, Under 2.5 rounds: -110 | Under 2.5 rounds | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mohammad Alaqraa -8% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Mohammad Alaqraa at -8% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Mohammad Alaqraa is the favorite to win this bout, given his superior fight record, recent finalist achievement, and heavier betting odds favoring him heavily. Ayman Galal is the underdog but presents a technical challenge that could test Alaqraa’s endurance and strategy.
Predicted Score: Mohammad Alaqraa wins by unanimous decision or late-round TKO