UFC 314 odds: Alexander Volkanovski favored over Diego Lopes

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Alexander Volkanovski, former UFC featherweight champion, will face Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight title at UFC 314 this weekend. This will be Volkanovski’s seventh title fight in the featherweight division, where he has a record of 6-1. Lopes, on the other hand, will be fighting for the title for the first time. Also on the card, Michael Chandler faces Paddy Pimblett, and Patricio Freire makes his UFC featherweight debut against Yair Rodriguez.

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Alexander Volkanovski will look to be just good enough come Saturday.

Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski will take to the Octagon for the first time in over a year at UFC 314 on Saturday, with a chance to regain the belt that he lost to Ilia Topuria at UFC 298 on Feb. 17, 2024.

Awaiting him will be top featherweight contender Diego Lopes.

Let’s check out the odds for UFC 314 at DraftKings Sportsbook as of April 11.

Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes

Over 3.5 rounds: -145 (bet $10 to win $16.90 total)
Under 3.5 rounds: +114 (bet $10 to win $21.40 total)
Moneyline: Volkanovski -142 (bet $10 to win $17.04 total); Lopes +120 (bet $10 to win $22 total)

Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett

Over 1.5 rounds: -210 (bet $10 to win $14.76 total)
Under 1.5 rounds: +160 (bet $10 to win $26 total)
Moneyline: Pimblett -148 (bet $10 to win $16.76 total); Chander +124 (bet $10 to win $22.40 total)

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What This Means for You

If you are a fan of Alexander Volkanovski, his fight against Diego Lopes presents an opportunity to regain his title as UFC featherweight champion.
This fight is Volkanovski’s first title fight in over a year, and he will be facing a top contender in Diego Lopes who is seeking his first title.
With a win, Volkanovski can solidify his position as one of the greatest UFC featherweights of all time. However, a loss to Lopes could tarnish his legacy and leave him searching for answers.