UFC Saudi Arabia is the first event of 2025 to happen outside the United States. It will take place on February 1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The main event will feature former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya against Nassourdine Imavov. Below, we cover the best bets for Adesanya vs Imavov, fight picks, and the full UFC Saudi Arabia fight card.

The Co-Main event consists of Sharaputdin Magomedov vs. Michael Page. Which is slated to be a three-round contest.

 The event goes down at ANB Arena and will stream on ESPN+. The prelims begin at 9 a.m. ET. Followed by the main card which starts at noon E.T.

UFC Saudi Arabia: Adesanya vs Imavov Best Bets & Picks

The UFC Saudi Arabia odds list Israel Adesanya as a favorite at -170 (bet $170 to win $100). Meanwhile, Nassourdine Imavov is the underdog at +142 (bet $100 to win $142). The implied probability is a 62.96% win likelihood for The Last Stylebender.

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Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov

In the main event, Israel Adesanya stands as a favorite at -170. Meanwhile, Nassourdine Imavov is the underdog at +142.

The former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is on a two-fight losing skid. One loss against Sean Strickland, the other against the current champion, Dricus Du Plessis. Stylistically Adesanya and Imavov are rather similar, two technical strikers. Imavov has been on a tear recently and we haven’t seen Adesanya face a prospect like this in some time.

However, Imavov starts to fade as the fight progresses and his striking can be sloppy. This is where Adesanya shines, capitalizing on his opponent’s mistakes. Izzy has significantly improved in his boxing, especially after the wake-up call in the Strickland fight. His boxing was once a weak point, but he showcased notable progress in the Du Plessis fight, landing effective combinations.

Additionally, Adesanya’s stamina is far superior, allowing him to go five rounds and still move effortlessly.

Izzy has a significant reach advantage and will likely hurt Imavov late. We should see The Last Stylebender win a comfortable decision victory.

Bet: Israel Adesanya

Sergei Pavlovich vs Jairzinho Rozenstruik

Sergei Pavlovich is a -300 favorite against Jairzinho Rozenstruik, who sits at +240.

Pavlovich (18-3) is currently on a two-fight losing skid in the UFC. Before the losing streak, Pavlovich had 6 first-round knockouts in a row. A shot against Rozenstruik seems like the opportunity to start fresh.

If Pavlovich is unable to sleep Rozenstruik, the magic might be over. But while we have a glimmer of hope, the best bet is to take Pavlovich by KO/TKO. Even Pavlovich to win in round 1 could be a highly profitable option.

Bet: Sergei Pavlovich by KO/TKO

UFC Saudi Arabia Main Event

185 lbs.: Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov

Saudi Arabia Main Card

185 lbs.: Shara Magomedov vs. Michael Page
265 lbs.: Sergei Pavlovich vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik
135 lbs.: Said Nurmagomedov vs. Vinicius Oliveira
145 lbs.: Muhammad Naimov vs. Kaan Ofli

Saudi Arabia Prelims Card

265 lbs.: Shamil Gaziev vs. Thomas Petersen
155 lbs.: Terrance McKinney vs. Damir Hadzovic
155 lbs.: Fares Ziam vs. Mike Davis
125 lbs.: Jasmine Jasudavicius vs. Mayra Bueno Silva
145 lbs.: Bogdan Grad vs. Lucas Alexander
265 lbs.: Hamdy Abdelwahab vs. Jamal Pogues
155 lbs.: Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady vs. Bolaji Oki

UFC Saudi Arabia Card Info

• Event: UFC Saudi Arabia: “Adesanya vs. Imavov”
• Date: Sat., Feb. 1, 2025
• Location: The Venue in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Start times: ESPN+ Prelims at 12 p.m. ET | ESPN+ Main Card at 3 p.m. ET

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