Merab confirms favoritism? Julianna Peña 'breaks the bank'? Best Bets brings tips and analysis for UFC 316

UFC event this Saturday (7) puts two belts on the line in the city of Newark, New Jersey (USA)

The history of MMA will have another page written this Saturday night (7). With two belts at stake, the UFC 316 promises to turn the eyes of the combat sports world to the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey (USA). In the main fight, Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley are competing for the men's bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg) title. The women's throne is also at stake when Julianna Pena e Kayla harrison make the co-main fight of the event.

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Sean O'Malley Merab Dvalishvili

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Merab Dvalishvili x Sean O'Malley

Merab O'Malley face off UFC 316

Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley in the face for the UFC 316 (Photo: Reproduction)

Merab Dvalishvili is the clear favorite in the duel with Sean O'Malley. Having proven himself to be a very strategic fighter with enviable stamina, the Georgian is on an incredible streak of 12 wins, the last two of which were for the championship. Sean O'Malley is an excellent striker, but he has a tough opponent who has already shown superiority in the last encounter. There is no question about the current champion's ability to take the fight and make it last a long time.

PUBLICITY:

guess: Victory of Merab Dvalishvili in more than 3,5 rounds, with odds of 1,52 in Stake.

Julianna Peña x Kayla Harrison

Face between Julianna Pena (left) and Kayla harrison before the UFC 316. Photo: Reproduction Instagram/UFC

PUBLICITY:

Although current champion, Julianna Pena is considered a 'zebra' in a very large proportion in the odds of the 'Stake'. Winning the title over Rachel Pennington was questioned a lot and the 'Venezuelan Shrew' goes to her first defense against a very strong opponent... in every sense. Extremely disciplined, Kayla harrison She deserves all the credits given to her for her high ability in the octagon and for being excellent on the ground. The judoka is fighting for her second time in the UFC with the air of a star due to the legacy she has built in the PFL. She has the strength to fight standing up and the technique on the ground.

Despite the technical gap between the challenger and the title holder, one must take into account the capacity to withstand presented by Julianna Pena so far. The fighter has a lot of heart and is capable of 'taking' for many rounds. The fight does not inspire a quick outcome.

PUBLICITY:

guess: Fight lasts more than 2,5 rounds, with odds of 1,61 on Stake.

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UFC 316 technical sheet

Data: June 7, 2025

Open Hours: From 19pm (Brasília time)

PUBLICITY:

Location: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, United States

How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE In real time, UFC Fight Pass (the entire card) online.

MAIN CARD (23pm Brasília time)

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Merab Dvalishvili x Sean O'Malley

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg.): Julianna Pena x Kayla harrison

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Kelvin Gastelum x joe pyfer

Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): mario bautista x Patchy mix

Welterweight (up to 77 kg): Vincent Luque x Kevin holland

PRELIMINARY CARD (19pm Brasília time)

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Bruno 'Bulldog' x Joshua Van

Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Azamat Murzakanov x Brendson Ribeiro

Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Serghei Spivac x Waldo Cortes Acosta

Welterweight (up to 77 kg): Khaos Williams x Andreas Gustafsson

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Ariane Lipski x Cong Wang

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Jeka Saragih x Joosang Yoo

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Quillan Salkilld x Yanal Ashmoz

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Marquel Mederos x Mark Choinski

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