Predictions, odds, and how to watch UFC 298

Alexander Volkanovski will defend his 145-pound featherweight belt for the sixth time when he takes on Ilya Topria in the main event of UFC 298. Volkanovski has successfully held the belt since defeating former champion Max Holloway in December 2019.

Topuria has won six straight since beginning his UFC career in October 2020 and maintains a perfect record of 14-0. Topria, who has eight submissions and four knockouts, poses a serious threat to Volkanovski’s title reign (26-3).

Despite Topuria’s impressive record, Volkanovski remains the favorite to defend his featherweight belt in the main event of UFC 298.

UFC 298: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilya Topria Prediction

BetMGM: Alexander Volkanovski wins by unanimous decision

The staff wrote: “The Australian champion has perfectly timed himself to outplay and get ahead of his opponent, which frustrates his opponent throughout the match. This strategy is particularly effective in the late stages of the match due to the cumulative damage he inflicts. But Topuria is a different type of opponent because of his calculated aggression. He has elite boxing skills that educate his opponents. Not only is he the only threat he presents as a challenger, he can also decide to ragdoll his opponent to the ground when he runs out of gas or slows down. This allows you to aim for ground-and-pound or submission finishes, since you know you’re doing a lot of work. ”