The UFC has announced three title fights for its October card, with all reigning champions positioned as favorites to successfully defend their belts. The events will highlight pivotal matchups that attract significant betting interest, showcasing top contenders across multiple divisions.

On October 4, UFC 320 will take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, featuring a main event rematch between light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev and former two-division titleholder Alex Pereira. After Ankalaev’s narrow victory at UFC 313 in March, he is favored at -180 to retain his title against Pereira, who holds a comeback line of +140 according to FanDuel.

Merab Dvalishvili Faces Third Title Defense as Heavy Favorite

In the co-main event of UFC 320, bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, nicknamed “The Machine,” aims to defend his title against challenger Cory Sandhagen. Dvalishvili opens as a commanding -350 favorite to keep his belt in his third defense this year, while Sandhagen’s odds stand at +255. This matchup underlines Dvalishvili’s continued dominance in the division.

Tom Aspinall Prepares for First UFC Heavyweight Title Defense in Abu Dhabi

Three weeks later, UFC 321 will be hosted at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, marking the promotion’s annual pay-per-view event in the UAE. Tom Aspinall will defend his undisputed heavyweight championship against former interim titleholder Ciryl Gane. Aspinall enters as a -350 favorite to start his reign atop the heavyweight division, with Gane’s comeback odds at +255. This bout opens a new chapter for the heavyweight crown on an international stage.

What These Title Defenses Mean for the UFC Landscape

With all champions entering as heavy favorites, these upcoming bouts at UFC 320 and UFC 321 will significantly impact the UFC’s championship hierarchy. Tom Aspinall’s defense is especially notable as he embarks on solidifying his position as the undisputed heavyweight king. Meanwhile, Merab Dvalishvili’s dominant betting lines highlight his stronghold in bantamweight, reflecting the high expectations placed on these title fights to deliver intense competition and thrilling outcomes.