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UFC — Champions, Rankings, Odds and MMA Betting Online
The UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) is the world's largest MMA organisation — the pinnacle of mixed martial arts, equivalent to what the Champions League represents for football. Founded in 1993, the UFC now stages roughly 45 events per year worldwide, with 12 active divisions (8 men's, 4 women's) and a roster of over 700 fighters.
For Morocco, the UFC has a personal dimension. Youssef Zalal ("The Moroccan Devil") is ranked #7 in the featherweight division and faces former champion Aljamain Sterling in the main event on April 25, 2026 in Las Vegas. Ottman Azaitar ("Bulldozer") remains on the roster at lightweight. The UFC is not a distant spectacle — it is a championship where Morocco competes at the highest level.
Pre-match odds cover every UFC event — from numbered events (UFC 326, 327, 328...) to Fight Nights, with markets on every fight on every card.
![Alt: UFC octagon under spotlights — iconic octagonal cage with UFC logo mat, arena spotlights, crowd in background]
Current UFC champions — 2026
The UFC has 12 championship belts across 8 men's and 4 women's divisions. The 2026 landscape is marked by new champions and Islam Makhachev's dominance as a two-division titleholder.
Men's divisions:
Division | Limit | Champion | Record | Title won |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Heavyweight | -120 kg / 265 lbs | Tom Aspinall | 15-3 | June 2025 (inherited, Jones retirement) |
Light Heavyweight | -93 kg / 205 lbs | Alex Pereira | 13-3 | Oct. 2025 (TKO1 Ankalaev, UFC 320) |
Middleweight | -84 kg / 185 lbs | Khamzat Chimaev | 15-0 | Aug. 2025 (UD Du Plessis, UFC 319) |
Welterweight | -77 kg / 170 lbs | Islam Makhachev | 28-1 | Nov. 2025 (UD Della Maddalena, UFC 322) |
Lightweight | -70 kg / 155 lbs | Ilia Topuria (int: Gaethje) | 17-0 | June 2025 (KO1 Oliveira, UFC 317) |
Featherweight | -66 kg / 145 lbs | Alexander Volkanovski | 28-4 | Apr. 2025 (UD Lopes, UFC 314) |
Bantamweight | -61 kg / 135 lbs | Petr Yan | 20-5 | Dec. 2025 (UD Dvalishvili, UFC 323) |
Flyweight | -57 kg / 125 lbs | Joshua Van | 16-2 | Dec. 2025 (TKO1 Pantoja, UFC 323) |
Women's divisions:
Division | Limit | Champion | Record | Title won |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bantamweight | -61 kg / 135 lbs | Kayla Harrison | 19-1 | June 2025 (Sub2 Peña, UFC 316) |
Flyweight | -57 kg / 125 lbs | Valentina Shevchenko | 26-4-1 | Sept. 2024 (UD Grasso, UFC 306) |
Strawweight | -52 kg / 115 lbs | Mackenzie Dern | 16-5 | Oct. 2025 |
Featherweight | -66 kg / 145 lbs | Vacant | — | Since Nunes retirement (2023) |
Islam Makhachev is the defining story of 2026 — holding the welterweight belt while having reigned over lightweight, becoming the 11th double champion in UFC history. Khamzat Chimaev remains undefeated at 15-0. Ilia Topuria is unbeaten at 17-0 with the lightweight title and Gaethje's interim belt awaiting unification.
UFC 2026 calendar — upcoming events
The UFC stages events nearly every week. Numbered events (UFC 326, 327...) are the most prestigious, often featuring title fights. Fight Nights are more frequent and showcase top-15 ranked fighters.
Date | Event | Main Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
April 4 | UFC Fight Night | Moicano vs Duncan | Las Vegas |
April 11 | UFC 327 | Procházka vs Ulberg | Miami |
April 18 | UFC Fight Night | Burns vs Malott | Winnipeg |
April 25 | UFC Fight Night 274 | Sterling vs Zalal 🇲🇦 | Las Vegas |
May 2 | UFC Fight Night | Della Maddalena vs Prates | Perth |
May 9 | UFC 328 | Chimaev vs Strickland (MW title) | Newark |
June 14 | UFC White House | Topuria vs Gaethje (LW title) | Washington D.C. |
The June 14 White House event (Topuria vs Gaethje for the lightweight title) is historic — the first UFC event at the White House, with unprecedented media visibility.
![Alt: UFC 2026 event calendar — visual timeline showing major event dates with fighter names]
Time zone for Morocco
Event location | Offset | Main event time in Morocco |
|---|---|---|
Las Vegas (majority) | -7 to -8h | 5am – 7:30am ⚠️ |
Miami / Newark | -5 to -6h | 3am – 5:30am ⚠️ |
Abu Dhabi | +3h | 11pm – 1:30am ✅ Accessible |
London | 0 to +1h | 10pm – 12:30am ✅ Prime time |
Perth | +7h | 2pm – 4:30pm ✅ Afternoon |
Events in London and Abu Dhabi are the most accessible. For Las Vegas, pre-match bets placed in the evening before bed are the best approach. Live betting remains active 24/7.
UFC betting markets
Market | Description |
|---|---|
Winner | Who wins the fight |
Method of victory | KO/TKO, submission, decision |
Round of finish | Which round does the fight end? |
Over/Under rounds | Does the fight go beyond X rounds? |
Goes the distance | Does the fight reach the judges? |
Round winner | Who wins a specific round (live) |
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The mobile app covers every UFC event. The Android APK installs from the site. The iOS version downloads separately. Full coverage: all fights, pre-match and live, with cash-out available.
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FAQ — UFC from Morocco
What is the UFC?
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is the world's largest MMA organisation. Founded in 1993, it stages roughly 45 events per year with 12 active divisions (8 men's, 4 women's) and a roster of over 700 fighters. It is the pinnacle of professional MMA.
Are there Moroccan fighters in the UFC?
Yes. Youssef Zalal ("The Moroccan Devil") is ranked #7 at featherweight and fights in the main event on April 25, 2026. Ottman Azaitar ("Bulldozer") is on the roster at lightweight.
How many divisions does the UFC have?
12 divisions: 8 men's (flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, lightweight, welterweight, middleweight, light heavyweight, heavyweight) and 4 women's (strawweight, flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight — the latter is currently vacant).
How do UFC events work?
There are two main types: numbered events (UFC 326, 327...) with title fights and more frequent Fight Nights. Each event features early prelims, prelims, and a main card with the main event last.
What is the time difference for watching the UFC in Morocco?
Most events are in Las Vegas (-7 to -8h). The main event falls around 5am-7:30am in Morocco. Events in London or Abu Dhabi are in Moroccan evening time. Pre-match bets placed the night before are the best strategy for US events.
Who is the UFC's P4P #1 fighter in 2026?
Islam Makhachev is considered #1 pound-for-pound after becoming a two-division champion (lightweight and welterweight). Ilia Topuria (undefeated, 17-0) and Khamzat Chimaev (undefeated, 15-0) are right behind.