Match Analysis: Alexander Volkov vs Jailton Almeida – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-25
- Time: 6:45 PM UTC
- Location: UFC Main Card Event, Venue TBD
Game Overview
Heavyweight UFC bout featuring Alexander Volkov, a seasoned striker with notable KO power, against Jailton Almeida, a grappling specialist progressing rapidly in MMA with strong submission skills and recent momentum.
Key Factors to Consider
- Volkov has had mixed recent performances, showing durability and heavy hands but sometimes vulnerable to wrestlers. Almeida has exhibited growth with undefeated or near-undefeated momentum, strong grappling control, and steady improvement in striking defense.
- No prior head-to-head bouts between Volkov and Almeida; styles suggest Almeida's grappling could neutralize Volkov's striking advantage.
- No major injuries reported for either fighter ahead of the bout, both expected to be at full strength.
- Fight scheduled as a main card bout, high stakes for Almeida to prove himself in heavyweight division; Volkov motivated to defend reputation and maintain ranking.
- Almeida highly motivated to capitalize on recent rise; Volkov motivated to avoid career setbacks against a surging contender.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Alexander Volkov: +164, Jailton Almeida: -198 | Jailton Almeida | β β β β β 72% |
| Spread | Alexander Volkov +7.5: +100, Jailton Almeida -7.5: -135 | Jailton Almeida -7.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 1.5 rounds: -130, Under 1.5 rounds: +100 | Over 1.5 rounds | β β β ββ 68% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Jailton Almeida -11% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 1.5 6% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 1.5 at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Jailton Almeida wins via submission within 3 rounds
Predicted Score: Jailton Almeida wins by submission at round 2:30