UFC Fight Night odds, picks: Seasoned MMA analyst reveals selections for Allen vs. Costa and other matchups at Las Vegas May 16
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Key Points:
- The main event at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Costa features seventh-ranked Arnold Allen facing 12th-ranked Melquizael Costa on Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, with the main card starting around 8 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
- Arnold Allen enters the fight as a -130 favorite after a unanimous decision loss to Jean Silva in January, while Melquizael Costa is coming off a knockout win over Da Ige in February and is a +110 underdog.
- MMA analyst Kyle Marley, who has a strong track record with nearly $10,000 in profits over the past three-plus years, offers expert predictions for this fight and others on the card, including favoring Nicolle Caliari to win via unanimous decision in a women's strawweight bout.
- Marley highlights Caliari's wrestling and grappling edge over Shauna Bannon and anticipates Caliari will secure takedowns and control enough rounds to win.
- Fans and bettors are encouraged to consult Marley's detailed UFC Fight Night picks to make informed decisions, as he has a history of successful MMA predictions.