UFC 305 is just around the corner, and there has never been a better time to make your free UFC picks and predictions for the big event. Israel Adesanya is looking to reclaim the Middleweight belt after losing it to Sean Strickland in late 2023. He has patiently waited for another title shot, and in the twilight of his career, this could be his last opportunity to claim the Middleweight belt once again. The current champion is Dricus Du Plessis, who won the belt at UFC 297 in Toronto earlier this year. Du Plessis won via controversial split decision and wants to silence the doubters with an emphatic victory at UFC 305. The reigning champion is a slight underdog based on the UFC 305 odds, with the odds implying that both men have a solid opportunity to win your UFC 305 predictions.
UFC 305 Fight Card
The UFC 305 fight card features a title fight at Middleweight and several high profile contender bouts on the main card.
| Weight Class | Fighter | Fighter |
| Middleweight Title Fight | Israel Adesanya | Dricus Du Plessis |
| Flyweight | Steve Erceg | Kai Kara-France |
| Lightweight | Mateusz Gamrot | Daniel Hooker |
| Heavyweight | Jairzinho Rozenstruik | Tai Tuivasa |
| Welterweight | Carlos Prates | Li Jingliang |
Where Will UFC 305 Be Held?
UFC 305 will be held in Perth, Australia, on Saturday, August 17th. The main card gets underway at 10 PM EST, bursting full of Australian and New Zealander fighters. This is the third card taking place in Australia since 2023, as the growth of mixed martial arts ‘down under’ has persuaded the promotion into prioritizing big fight cards on the continent.
UFC 305 Odds: Du Plessis vs Adesanya
The UFC 305 odds have been released, and all five fights have close odds, making it a fantastic card to make UFC 305 expert picks and predictions. A parlay on all five favorites to win results in a +662 ticket despite all five men being favored to win their respective fights. Alternatively, a parlay on all five underdogs to get their hand raised on Saturday night results in a massive +12920 odds ticket.
| Favorite | Underdog |
| Israel Adesanya (-137) | Dricus Du Plessis (+110) |
| Steve Erceg (-234) | Kai Kara-France (+185) |
| Mateusz Gamrot (-260) | Daniel Hooker (+210) |
| Jairzinho Rozenstruik (-186) | Tai Tuivasa (+150) |
| Carlos Prates (-225) | Li Jingliang (+180) |
Who is the Favorite to Win UFC 305?
The favorite to win UFC 305 is Israel Adesanya. Israel “Stylebender” Adesanya has already won the Middleweight title eight times in his career, including seven straight victories from 2019 to 2022. Dricus Du Plessis is the current title holder, but the lack of high profile wins in the division makes him a slight underdog against Adesanya on Saturday night.
Dricus Du Plessis: Recent Performances and Form
Dricus Du Plessis made history by becoming the first UFC champion from South Africa and is looking to bolster his resume with a successful title defense against Israel Adesanya. Du Plessis edged out a split decision against Sean Strickland earlier this year, using powerful striking and elite footwork to dictate the pace of the fight. Prior to that, he pulled off a big upset against Robert Whittaker in July 2023 to earn his title shot against Strickland. Du Plessis is a perfect 7-0 in the UFC, with five of his seven wins coming via finish. His victory against Darren Till won him the fight of the night, and his brutal strikes against Derek Brunson forced Brunson’s corner to call the fight at the end of the second round.
Du Plessis isn’t a conventional fighter, as his long looping strikes are not often seen in the UFC. There is little doubt that Du Plessis has the power to compete at Middleweight, but his striking defense leaves plenty to be desired by a UFC champion. When Du Plessis is on his game, the momentum he builds forces his opponents to stay on the back foot, with their backs against the cage. His ground game could be an avenue of victory against Adesanya, as his 10 career submissions prove he can get the job done on the mat. He is a well-rounded fighter with inhuman power for the Middleweight division, and despite the +120 odds attached to his victory, Du Plessis will be very confident he will get his hand raised in front of an unhappy Australian crowd.
Israel Adesanya: Recent Performances and Form
Israel Adesanya has been at the top of the Middleweight division for the last half of a decade, with his previous 12 fights, including the bout against Du Plessis, taking place with a UFC title on the line. There is no doubt the 35-year-old Adesanya is approaching the tail-end of his illustrious career, but the Australian-Nigerian fighter still has plenty of gas left in the tank. Adesanya most recently lost to Sean Strickland last year after splitting his two fights against Alex Pereira 1-1. The losses against Pereira have aged nicely after the Brazilian went on a winning streak at Light Heavyweight. Adesanya has a long list of victories throughout his career, including recent wins against Pereira, Jared Cannonier, Robert Whittaker, Paolo Costa, and the hall-of-fame Anderson Silva.
Adesanya uses mesmerizing striking to find success in the UFC and can outstrike almost anyone in the division. His long frame allows him to land accurate and devastating kicks, using a skillset he polished during his time as a kickboxer. His takedown defense is strong, but against Du Plessis, this fight will likely take place on the feet. If Adesanya can land a clean and powerful shot to earn the respect of Du Plessis on the feet, he will be able to generate the momentum needed to beat and possibly finish Du Plessis at UFC 305.
Where to Make Free UFC 305 Predictions?
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