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Saturday night’s stacked UFC 273 fight card features the thrilling opportunity to witness not one, but two UFC championships being contested.
In Jacksonville, both the UFC Featherweight Championship and the UFC Bantamweight Championship will be on the line.
Michigan sports bettors should be aware of the important details regarding Saturday’s PPV event.
How to watch: UFC 273
- UFC 273 is happening.
- The event will take place at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida.
- When is Saturday, April 9th?
- The Early Prelims commence at 6 p.m. Eastern Time on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass.
- The preliminary matches will commence at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on ESPN/ESPN+.
- The main card will commence at 10 p.m. Eastern Time on ESPN+.
The UFC 273 Main Card
The main card on Saturday consists of a total of five fights, featuring two championship bouts.
Take a sneak peek into what awaits you on this Saturday’s PPV event.
- The Featherweight Championship bout will feature reigning champion Alexander Volkanovski going head-to-head against the fourth-ranked contender, Chan Sung Jung.
- The Bantamweight Championship match will feature a face-off between reigning Champion Aljamain Sterling and Interim Champion Peter Yan.
- The welterweight bout scheduled between No. 2 Gilbert Burns and No. 11 Khamzat Chimaev is set to take place.
- Mackenzie Dern, ranked number 5 in the Women’s Strawweight division, will be facing Tecia Torres, ranked number 7, in an upcoming bout.
- Vinc Pichel and Mark Madsen to face off in a lightweight bout.
Volkanovski vs. Jung odds
On Saturday, Alexander Volkanovski (23-1) aims to secure his third championship defense. The undefeated 145-pound champion (10-0) has remained unbeaten throughout his entire UFC career, with his last loss dating back to May 2013.
He has recently secured victories against Max Holloway on two occasions and Brian Ortega.
Volkanovski, a versatile talent, has consistently relied on his exceptional speed, strength, and grappling skills to overpower his adversaries.
Chan Sung Jung, with a record of 17-6, has earned the moniker of “The Korean Zombie” due to his remarkable resilience in enduring punishment while relentlessly moving forward.
Jung’s proficiency lies in striking, resulting in inconsistent outcomes. Throughout his UFC career, he has struggled to secure more than three consecutive victories. This lack of consistency is the reason why he is considered a significant underdog for Saturday’s match.
While Jung possesses impressive striking power, Volkanovski is likely to gain the upper hand as the fight prolongs.
Yan vs. Sterling odds
The most captivating story of the night is likely to unfold during the co-main event on Saturday.
After reigning as the UFC Bantamweight Champion, Peter Yan (16-2) faced his first title defense against Aljamain Sterling (20-3) on March 6, 2021. Despite being on track for a decision victory, Yan’s path took a detrimental turn when he committed a foul by throwing an illegal knee with only 31 seconds remaining in the fight.
Due to the disqualification caused by his knee, he lost the match and Sterling acquired the championship belt.
Due to Sterling’s injury, the anticipated rematch between the two in late 2021 was canceled. However, Yan managed to secure the interim title by defeating Cory Sandhagen through a decision. Nevertheless, Yan is determined to demonstrate his superiority over Sterling.
Yan has been established as the clear favorite in this rematch, as oddsmakers believe he is the superior fighter.
In their initial encounter, Yan displayed superior speed and strength compared to Sterling. Additionally, Sterling has a valid concern as he has not engaged in a fight for over a year, potentially leading to a lack of practice. Despite his determination to validate his championship victory, the possibility of being out of touch remains.
Yan may have a worry about staying grounded and composed. Lately, he has been displaying a lot of anger and intense emotions towards Sterling in preparation for this fight.
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% for Saturday’s card.
- The Moneyline for Khamzat Chimaev.
- The Petr Yan Moneyline is a betting line that indicates the odds of Petr Yan winning a particular fight.
- The Moneyline for Alexander Volkanovski is set at a certain value.
To participate, simply go to the promos page and choose the boost from your bet slip prior to placing your wager.
