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Saturday night’s action-packed UFC 273 fight card features two thrilling UFC championship bouts up for grabs.
Jacksonville will witness the thrilling battle for both the UFC Featherweight Championship and UFC Bantamweight Championship.
Michigan sports bettors should be aware of the essential details regarding Saturday’s pay-per-view (PPV) event.
How to watch: UFC 273
- What: UFC 273
- The event will take place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida.
- When: Saturday, April 9
- The Early Prelims will commence at 6 p.m. Eastern Time on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass.
- Preliminary matches will commence at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN/ESPN+.
- The main card commences on ESPN+ at 10 p.m. Eastern Time.
The UFC 273 Main Card
On Saturday, the main card will consist of a total of five fights, both of which are championship bouts.
Take a sneak peek at what awaits you on this Saturday’s PPV event.
- In the Featherweight Championship, reigning champion Alexander Volkanovski is set to face off against the formidable No. 4 contender, Chan Sung Jung.
- The Bantamweight Championship will feature a thrilling showdown between reigning champion Aljamain Sterling and interim champion Peter Yan.
- The welterweight matchup between Gilbert Burns and Khamzat Chimaev features the No. 2 ranked fighter against the No. 11 ranked fighter.
- In the strawweight division for women, we have a highly anticipated bout between two skilled fighters. Ranked number 5, Mackenzie Dern will be going up against number 7 ranked Tecia Torres.
- Vinc Pichel versus Mark Madsen in a lightweight bout.
Volkanovski vs. Jung odds
On Saturday, Alexander Volkanovski (23-1) aims to protect his championship title for the third consecutive time. The undefeated 145-pound champion in his UFC career (10-0) has remained unbeaten since May 2013.
He has recently defeated Max Holloway on two occasions and also emerged victorious against Brian Ortega.
Volkanovski is a versatile athlete who consistently dominates his opponents using his exceptional speed, strength, and grappling skills.
Chan Sung Jung, with a record of 17 wins and 6 losses, has earned the moniker of “The Korean Zombie” due to his remarkable resilience in enduring punishment while relentlessly moving forward.
Because Jung is primarily a striker, his performance has been unpredictable. Throughout his UFC career, he has never managed to secure more than three consecutive wins. This inconsistency is the reason why he is considered an underdog for Saturday’s match.
Jung possesses formidable striking abilities, however, as the fight prolongs, Volkanovski is expected to gain the upper hand.
Yan vs. Sterling odds
The co-main event happening this Saturday likely holds the most captivating story of the entire night.
Peter Yan, with a record of 16-2, previously held the prestigious title of UFC Bantamweight Champion. However, during his initial title defense against Aljamain Sterling (20-3) on March 6, 2021, he committed a crucial mistake. Despite being poised for a victory by decision, Yan erred by throwing an unlawful knee with only 31 seconds remaining in the fight.
The disqualification resulting from that knee caused his defeat, ultimately granting Sterling the belt.
The planned rematch between the two fighters in late 2021 was canceled because of Sterling’s injury. Consequently, Yan went on to defeat Cory Sandhagen by decision and secure the interim title. Nonetheless, he is determined to demonstrate that he is superior to Sterling.
Yan has been deemed the superior fighter by oddsmakers, positioning him as the undisputed favorite in this highly anticipated rematch.
In their initial encounter, Yan demonstrated superior speed and strength compared to Sterling. Additionally, Sterling’s lack of recent fights, spanning over a year, raises concerns. Although determined to validate his championship victory, Sterling’s extended break may result in him being out of practice.
Yan’s main concern might be maintaining self-control. He has exhibited a strong sense of anger and emotional turmoil towards Sterling leading up to this match.
Dan Le Batard offering UFC 273 parlay boost
When you choose his three picks for Saturday’s card at DraftKings Sportsbook MI, you can enjoy a parlay boost of 25% on your wager.
- Khamzat Chimaev Moneyline
- Petr Yan Moneyline
- Alexander Volkanovski Moneyline
To participate, simply visit the promos page, opt-in, and choose the boost from your bet slip prior to placing your wager.
