Jiří Procházka faces off against Carlos Ulberg for the vacant light heavyweight title in the main event for UFC 327 on Saturday.
This will be an intriguing matchup between two elite strikers with completely different styles. UFC odds have the former champ Procházka installed as a slight -120 favorite, and I'm betting on him to regain the belt in my Procházka vs. Ulberg predictions and free betting picks for April 11.
Prochazka vs Ulberg fight prediction: Prochazka moneyline (-120)
Jiri Prochazka has only lost twice in the last decade, with both defeats coming in title shots against Alex Pereira. Meanwhile, Carlos Ulberg is on a nine-fight win streak, most recently knocking out Dominick Reyes.
Prochazka is a marauder who always comes forward with an unorthodox style and reckless aggression. Ulberg is a highly technical kickboxer who relies on distance management and crisp counters.
This will come down to who can dictate tempo and implement their game plan. That should be Prochazka, who has the speed to close the distance and disrupt Ulberg's timing. He'll make this a chaotic firefight where his power and chin give him the edge.
Enjoying Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account
Prochazka vs Ulberg best bet: Prochazka by KO/TKO (+140)
If this fight goes the distance, it favors the more technical Ulberg. Prochazka needs to make this messy and end it inside the distance, and he has the tools and power to do just that.
Jiri is a finisher with 13 of his last 14 wins coming by knockout. If you're betting on Prochazka, it makes sense to back him to win by KO/TKO at a better price.
COVERS INTEL: Jiri Prochazka has a 97% finish rate across 32 career wins. Jira Prochazka vs Carlos Ulberg odds
 |
||
|---|---|---|
| Method of Victory | Prochazka | Ulberg |
| To win outright | -120 | -110 |
| To win by KO/TKO | +140 | +205 |
| To win by decision | +700 | +390 |
| To win by submission | +1750 | +2000 |
| Total rounds | Over 2.5 -110 |
Under 2.5 -120 |
Odds as of 4-9.
Bet on the UFC at BET99!
One of Canada's best sportsbooks for UFC betting, join BET99 and get up to $800 bonus bets back if your first bet doesn’t win when using our BET99 promo code COVERS99
*Not available in Ontario
Jira Prochazka vs Carlos Ulberg tale of the tape
| Prochazka | Ulberg | |
|---|---|---|
| 33 | Age | 35 |
| 6-foot-3 | Height | 6-foot-4 |
| Light Heavyweight | Weight Class | Light Heavyweight |
| 80 inches | Reach | 77 inches |
| 32-5-1 | Record | 14-1 |
| 28 | Wins by KO | 9 |
| 3 | Wins by submission | 1 |
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
Not intended for use in MA.
Affiliate Disclosure: Our team of experts has thoroughly researched and handpicked each product that appears on our website. We may receive compensation if you sign up through our links.
