UFC 327: Expert Fight Predictions Revealed
Alex Pereira has vacated the light heavyweight belt to chase a heavyweight opportunity. His move creates uncertainty for the division and for the fighters at UFC 327.
Main event: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg
The headline bout will decide the vacant light heavyweight title. Jiri Prochazka enters ranked third and listed P4P-17 in MMA Fighting Rankings. Carlos Ulberg is ranked fourth and seeks a breakthrough moment.
Prochazka previously lost twice to Pereira. That history may affect how fans view a new champion. Many expert fight predictions favor Prochazka to win again by knockout.
Key co-main matchups
Azamat Murzakanov vs. Paulo Costa
Murzakanov checks in at No. 8 and faces former middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa. Murzakanov’s style mixes range control and heavy strikes. Several fight predictions expect a second-round knockout for Murzakanov.
Curtis Blaydes vs. Josh Hokit
Curtis Blaydes, ranked sixth, faces 28-year-old prospect Josh Hokit. Blaydes brings a long list of notable wins. Hokit is an athletic, wrestling-driven newcomer and will learn plenty regardless of the result.
Dominick Reyes vs. Johnny Walker
Reyes comes in at No. 9 and Walker at No. 15. Both fighters have heavy offense and vulnerable chins. The matchup is close, but some experts lean toward Walker by strikes.
Cub Swanson vs. Nate Landwehr
Cub Swanson will make his final professional appearance against Nate Landwehr. Swanson has more than 40 pro fights and a long career to celebrate. The stylistic matchup should deliver a spirited, emotional contest.
Event logistics and broadcast
The show takes place at the Kaseya Center in Miami on Saturday, April 11. Early prelims start at 5:30 p.m. ET, with prelims at 7 p.m. ET and the main card at 9 p.m. ET.
The full card streams on Paramount+. CBS will simulcast portions, including the final hour of prelims and the opening hour of the main card. Filmogaz.com will provide coverage and analysis of the night.
Result predictions and notable outcomes
- Jiri Prochazka over Carlos Ulberg by knockout.
- Azamat Murzakanov to stop Paulo Costa in round two.
- Curtis Blaydes favored over Josh Hokit.
- Johnny Walker to edge Dominick Reyes by strikes.
- Cub Swanson to enjoy an emotional farewell against Nate Landwehr.
Other expected finishes and decisions
- Patricio Pitbull over Aaron Pico.
- Randy Brown to defeat Kevin Holland.
- Mateusz Gamrot over Esteban Ribovics.
- Tatiana Suarez to beat Loopy Godinez.
- MarQuel Mederos over Chris Padilla.
- Kelvin Gastelum to top Vicente Luque.
- Charles Radtke over Francisco Prado.
The light heavyweight crown sits vacant until Saturday night. Whether the new champion gains instant legitimacy remains to be seen. UFC 327 fight predictions and expert analysis will unfold live.
