UFC 281: Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira

Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira is the main event at UFC 281 this weekend. Carla Esparza defends her UFC Strawweight Title against former champion Weili Zhang in the co-main event. Dustin Poirier vs Michael Chandler also features on the card.

Israel Adesanya fights Alex Pereira for the UFC Gold in the 185-pound division at UFC 281 this Saturday night from the Madison Square Garden, New York. Carla Esparza defends her world championship belt against the former champion Weili Zhang. Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier fight for lightweight title. There are also fights on the undercard. The main event is compelling. Here are our betting picks and best bets for Israel Adeganyana vs Alex Pereira.

Israel Adesanya is the favourite to win UFC 281. He has won 12 straight fights in the middleweight division and is undefeated in UFC at 185 pounds. Alex Pereira has only had three fights for the UFC. Ade hasn't beaten him in kickboxing, but he has more experience in professional MMA.

Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira are going to fight at UFC 281 on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. Adeanya's last four middleweight title fights have all gone the full 25 minutes. The best bet is for Adedanya to win via decision. The Brazilian has never gone past three rounds in his MMA career. He could be out of his depth against a man who is a seasoned five round fighter.

Israel Adesanya fights Alex Pereira at UFC 281 this weekend.

Israel Adesanya fights Alex Pereira on Saturday, November 12th.

Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira are going to fight at Madison Square Garden at 10.30 pm EST.

ESPN will broadcast UFC 281: Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira on its TV channel. The pay-per-view price for the event is $74.99.