UFC 317: Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France Fight Odds and Predictions

In the main event at UFC 317 this Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France will face off in a flyweight championship bout that promises to be a thrilling matchup. The fight is set to begin around 11:45 p.m. ET, following the early prelims at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+ and Disney+, with the prelims starting at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN and ESPN+ and the main card kicking off at 10 p.m. ET on pay-per-view.

Both fighters come into this contest with impressive records – Pantoja holds a record of 29-5-0, while Kara-France boasts a record of 25-11-0. Pantoja is the current flyweight champion, having secured the title at UFC 290 by defeating Brandon Moreno and successfully defending it three times since then. Kara-France, on the other hand, is seeking redemption after a loss to Moreno at UFC 277 and a subsequent defeat to Amir Albazi before bouncing back with a win over Steve Erceg at UFC 305.

In terms of statistics, Pantoja holds a significant advantage in both takedowns and striking accuracy. With a reach advantage and a better accuracy at significant strikes, Pantoja is a force to be reckoned with in this matchup. Kara-France, while a strong contender, will need to bring his best to try and dethrone the champion.

For those interested in placing some bets on the fight, here are the latest odds from BetMGM Sportsbook:

Fight result:
Pantoja -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Kara-France +200 (bet $100 to win $200)

Total rounds:
Over 3.5 rounds (-170)
Under 3.5 rounds (+130)

Will the fight go the distance?
Yes (-110)
No (-120)

Based on the odds, taking Pantoja to win is a safer bet, but playing it safe with the method of victory might be more enticing for some. Pantoja by KO/TKO or DQ offers better value at +175. As for the total rounds, Over 3.5 rounds (-170) is a bit expensive, but it might be worth it for those looking for some flexibility in their bet.

The fight promises to be an exciting one, with both fighters eager to prove themselves in the octagon. Stay tuned for UFC 317 this Saturday, and don’t miss the action-packed flyweight championship bout between Pantoja and Kara-France. And remember, always gamble responsibly!