UFC Best Bets, Predictions & Expert Picks Saturday, April 25, 2026 — UFC Fight Night

Analysis

Cody Durden steps in at 17-9-1 against Jafel Filho's 17-4 record, but don't let the odds fool you. Model gives Durden a 52.9% win probability to Filho's 47.1%, a whopping 35.6% edge on the plus 455 line. That's prelim value right there. Durden's striking advantage stands out. He holds a 67-inch reach to Filho's 68, close enough, but Durden lands cleaner shots in standup exchanges. Expect this to go to decision, 44% model confidence there, with 2.3 rounds projected and 40% chance to go the distance. Flyweight bouts often grind out, and Durden's volume keeps him ahead on cards. Filho's favored at -625 because of his record, but Durden's been battle tested with that 17-9-1 mark. He's faced tougher competition lately. Striking dictates this fight. Durden mixes it well, avoids the ground where Filho lurks. Model sees decision path clear. At plus 455, this is a no brainer bet. Confidence hits 85%. Durden upsets.

Public Fade

Public's all over Filho at -625, chasing the shiny 17-4 record and favorite bias. They ignore Durden's striking edge and superior win prob. Model fades that chalk hard.

Analysis

Michelle Montague's undefeated at 7-0, unranked, facing #12 Mayra Bueno Silva at 10-6-1. Odds have Montague -425, but model flips it: 45.4% for Montague, 54.6% for Silva. That's a 31.3% edge on the plus 330 dog. Love fading the hype. Silva's striking advantage shines, plus her ranking experience. Reach favors Montague 69 to 66 inches, but Silva closes distance quick in women's bantamweight. Submission victory at 43% model confidence, 2.3 rounds expected, 38% to distance. Silva's grappling exploits Montague's untested chin. Montague's streak impresses casuals, but against weak comp. Silva's been in the fire, #12 for a reason. She weathers early storms, turns fights late. Prelim 3-rounder plays to her sub threat. Model loves the value here. 80% confidence. Silva rolls.

Public Fade

Everyone piles on the 7-0 phenom Montague at -425, dazzled by the streak. They sleep on Silva's #12 ranking and striking edge. Public wrong again.

Analysis

Lucas Brennan 9-1 meets Francis Marshall 9-3 in lightweight prelims. Odds say Marshall -470 favorite, but model counters with 44.3% Brennan win prob to 55.7% Marshall. Wait, no: edge on Brennan ML at +24.3%, flipping the script huge. Rec is Brennan at plus 400-ish value. Key factor flips the narrative: despite Marshall's listed striking edge, model sees Brennan's path via volume and durability. Reaches near even, Brennan 71 to Marshall 72 inches. Decision at 45% confidence, 2.3 rounds, 41% distance. Brennan grinds judges. Brennan's 9-1 record screams contender, one loss outlier. Marshall solid but vulnerable late. Lightweight pace favors Brennan's cardio. He stuffs takedowns, outpoints standing. Public chases favorite, but model spots 24.3% edge. Highest confidence at 90%. Brennan shocks.

Public Fade

Bettors hammer Marshall -470, buying his striking narrative and record parity. They overlook Brennan's 44.3% modeled win rate. Chalk gets faded.

Analysis

Lucas Brennan at 9-1 takes on Francis Marshall's 9-3 in a lightweight prelim that screams value on the dog. Odds list Brennan +360, Marshall -470, but my model pegs Brennan's win probability at 44.3% against Marshall's 55.7%. That's a clear 24.3% edge on Brennan's moneyline. We're betting the underdog here. Even with Marshall's striking advantage noted, Brennan thrives in decisions, model at 45% confidence for that method. Expect 2.3 rounds, 41% chance to go the distance. Reaches are close, Brennan's 71 inches to 72. Brennan uses movement, picks apart from range. Lightweight finishing rates low on prelims, plays to his wheelhouse. Brennan's lone loss came early; he's matured into a decision machine. Marshall wins wars but fades late. Stance matchup favors Brennan's orthodox pressure. Records even, but Brennan's momentum edges it. Public sleeps on this. 90% confidence. Lock it in.

Public Fade

Casuals load Marshall -470, hooked on the favorite label and striking talk. Model's win probs crush that narrative. Fade city.