TLDR
- Israel Adesanya (24-5) enters on a three-fight losing streak; Joe Pyfer (15-3) has won his last three fights
- Adesanya is a slight betting favorite at -130 to -148 depending on the book
- Pyfer has serious knockout power and a BJJ black belt; Adesanya has elite striking and reach advantage
- Oddsmakers and analysts lean toward Adesanya winning by decision
- The fight streams on Paramount+ on Saturday March 29 from Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle
Main Event Odds
| Fighter | Moneyline |
|---|---|
| Israel Adesanya | -142 |
| Joe Pyfer | +120 |
Full Card Odds
| Fighter | Moneyline | Fighter | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexa Grasso | +160 | Maycee Barber | -192 |
| Michael Chiesa | -900 | Carlston Harris | +600 |
| Julian Erosa | +280 | Lerryan Douglas | -355 |
| Mansur Abdul-Malik | -135 | Yousri Belgaroui | +114 |
| Terrance McKinney | -170/-185 | Kyle Nelson | +142/+154 |
Fight Time
| Time Zone | Time |
|---|---|
| ET (New York) | 8:00 PM Saturday |
| CT (Chicago) | 7:00 PM Saturday |
| MT (Denver) | 6:00 PM Saturday |
| PT (Seattle/LA) | 5:00 PM Saturday |
| GMT (London) | 1:00 AM Sunday |
| AEST (Sydney) | 12:00 PM Sunday |
Prelims start at approximately 5:00 PM ET. The event streams live on Paramount+.
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Israel Adesanya vs. Joe Pyfer: UFC Seattle Odds, Preview and Fight Info
Israel Adesanya and Joe Pyfer meet in the main event of UFC Fight Night 271 on Saturday, March 29, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The fight is in the middleweight division at 185 pounds.
Adesanya (24-5) is currently on a three-fight losing streak. He lost to Sean Strickland by decision in 2023, to Dricus Du Plessis by submission in August 2024, and to Nassourdine Imavov by TKO in February 2025.
The Nigerian-born, New Zealand-based fighter is a former UFC Middleweight Champion. He holds a professional kickboxing record of 76-5-2 and has 16 knockout victories in MMA.
Adesanya is ranked fourth in the UFC middleweight division. He is the slight favorite on most books, listed between -130 and -148.
Pyfer (15-3) has gone 3-0 in his last three fights. He knocked out Marc-Andre Barriault in June 2024, beat Kelvin Gastelum by decision in June 2025, and submitted Abus Magomedov at UFC 320 in October 2025.
The 29-year-old from Pennsylvania trains at Marquez MMA in Philadelphia, the same gym as welterweight Sean Brady. He holds a BJJ black belt and has nine knockout wins.
Pyfer is ranked 14th in the UFC middleweight division. He is listed as the underdog at +103 to +124.
Adesanya holds a 5-inch reach advantage at 80 inches. He is taller at 6’4″ compared to Pyfer’s 6’2″.
Striking vs. Power
Adesanya is known for his footwork, feints, and counter-striking. He uses his reach to keep distance and set up kicks and punches from range.
Pyfer is a heavy-handed puncher who puts pressure on opponents from the opening bell. He has finished seven of his wins in the first round.
Analysts note that Pyfer can be easier to read when chasing opponents, which fits Adesanya’s counter-striking style. Adesanya, however, has shown durability issues in recent fights.
Grappling Factors
Pyfer’s wrestling and ground game could be a factor. His BJJ black belt and solid top control give him submission options if the fight goes to the mat.
Adesanya has improved his defensive wrestling over his career. He uses cage work and underhooks to separate, though he has been submitted before.
Multiple analysts predict Adesanya to win by decision if the fight goes past two rounds. Pyfer’s cardio has been questioned in longer fights, including his decision loss to Jack Hermansson.
Both fighters made weight with no misses on the scale at Friday’s weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night 271.
