Match Analysis: Jim Crute vs Ivan Erslan – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-27
- Time: 4:15 AM UTC
- Location: RAC Arena, Perth, Australia
Game Overview
Jim Crute, a proven UFC light heavyweight ranked contender with a solid wrestling base and finishing ability, faces Ivan Erslan who is making his UFC debut and seeking his first promotional win after mixed results in other promotions.
Key Factors to Consider
- Crute holds a 13-4-2 record with recent struggles but better UFC experience and high finishing upside; Erslan is 14-5-0 with one no contest and has yet to secure a UFC victory, showing promising but less proven form.
- No previous head-to-head matchups between Crute and Erslan exist.
- No publicly reported injuries for either fighter leading into this bout.
- Fight occurs in Crute's hometown of Perth, Australia, which may give him a psychological and crowd advantage. Erslan is traveling to a hostile environment for his UFC debut.
- Crute looks to bounce back and assert position in the division; Erslan is highly motivated to secure his first UFC win and make a name on a big stage.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Jim Crute -185, Ivan Erslan +154 | Jim Crute | ★★★☆☆ 62% |
Spread | Jim Crute -7.5 -115, Ivan Erslan +7.5 -115 | Jim Crute -7.5 | ★★★☆☆ 58% |
Over/under | Over 1.5 -135, Under 1.5 +105 | Under 1.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Jim Crute -4% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 1.5 23% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 1.5 at 23% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 21.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Jimmy Crute to win via moneyline
Predicted Score: Jim Crute wins by decision or late finish within 3 rounds