The UFC returns on Saturday night with a Fight Night main event that carries serious implications, as Aljamain Sterling takes on Youssef Zalal at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. Both fighters currently rank within the Top 10 at featherweight, making this a matchup that will likely shape the division moving forward.
Since moving up to 145 pounds, Sterling has put together a solid but not definitive run. He’s picked up wins over Calvin Kattar and Brian Ortega (catchweight) while also running into a roadblock against Movsar Evloev.
Zalal enters on a much different trajectory. Since returning to the UFC in 2024, he’s strung together a series of impressive performances. His recent win over Josh Emmett showed he can handle experienced competition, and his confidence has been evident throughout this stretch. This fight represents a clear step up in visibility, but not necessarily one he’s unprepared for.
Below is everything you need to know ahead of the event, including start time, viewing details, and betting options available at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook.
UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal Time, Date & Location
- 📅 Date: Saturday, April 25
- ⏰ Start Time: 5:00 PM ET (Prelims), 8:00 PM ET (Main Card)
- 🏟️ Location: Meta APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada
- 💻 Streaming: Paramount+
UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal Full Card & Odds
Zalal enters this matchup as a slight favorite, while Sterling’s track record against top-level competition still makes him a dangerous underdog in this spot.
Odds subject to change.
Favorite | Underdog |
|---|---|
| Julia Polastri (-260) | Talita Alencar (+210) |
| Michelle Montague (-400) | Mayra Bueno Silva (+300) |
| Jackson McVey (-185) | Sedriques Dumas (+150) |
| Rodolfo Vieira (-300) | Eric McConico (+240) |
| Marcus Buchecha (-130) | Ryan Spann (+105) |
| Montel Jackson (-190) | Raoni Barcelos (+150) |
| Davey Grant (-130) | Adrian Luna Martinetti (+105) |
| Norma Dumont (-210) | Joselyne Edwards (+165) |
| Alexander Hernandez (-130) | Rafa Garcia Jr. (+105) |
| Youssef Zalal (-145) | Aljamain Sterling (+120) |
Betting Options for Sterling vs. Zalal at Hard Rock Bet
Hard Rock Bet provides a wide variety of ways to wager on every UFC card, including the following options:
🥊 Total Rounds
Round totals remain a go-to option, with several lines available depending on how long you expect the fight to last:
- Over/Under 1.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 2.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 3.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 4.5 Rounds
🏆 Winning Method
These wagers focus on predicting the exact outcome, allowing you to choose how either fighter gets the job done:
- Aljamain Sterling by Decision
- Aljamain Sterling by KO/TKO
- Aljamain Sterling by Submission
- Youssef Zalal by Decision
- Youssef Zalal by KO/TKO
- Youssef Zalal by Submission
Other options include:
- Either Fighter to Win by KO/TKO or DQ
- Either Fighter to Win by Submission
- Finish Only Winner
- Decision Only Winner
- Fight to Go the Distance (Yes/No)
📊 Round & Fight Props
For those looking to narrow things down even further, round-specific wagers are also available:
- Winning Round (Exact Round Finish)
- Winning Round Grouped
- Alternate Winning Round
- Alternate Winning Round Grouped
- Round 1 Outcome
Action begins with prelims at 5:00 PM ET, followed by the main card at 8:00 PM ET. Fans can watch the full event live on Paramount+.
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