Brad Katona and Bekzat Almakhan are scheduled to compete in a preliminary bantamweight bout at UFC 315 in Montreal. Both fighters are looking to bounce back from recent defeats as they step into the Octagon at the Bell Centre.
Katona`s professional record includes 14 wins, with one victory secured by knockout. In his most recent outing, he lost by unanimous decision to Jean Matsumoto, who is noted for his strong striking. Almakhan holds 11 wins, impressively finishing nine opponents by knockout. His last fight was a decision loss against Umar Nurmagomedov, a contest that demonstrated his resilience.
When to Watch Brad Katona vs Bekzat Almakhan
Live coverage for the portion of the card featuring Brad Katona vs Bekzat Almakhan is set to begin at 06:00 PM EST, available on ESPN and UFC Fight Pass. Consult the table below to find the corresponding start time in your local region.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Katona vs Almakhan Approx. Ring Walk |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 03:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
UFC 315 will be held on May 10, 2025, at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, with the event kicking off at 6:00 PM EST.
The event features a lineup of exciting fights. The main event will see Belal Muhammad take on Jack Della Maddalena. On the undercard, Brad Katona is scheduled to face Bekzat Almakhan in a bantamweight clash.
Please note that the precise start time for each fight can vary based on the duration of the preceding bouts. Therefore, the ring walk times are approximate and subject to change.
For viewers outside the Eastern Standard Time zone, please refer to the provided table to check the start times relevant to your local area.
How and Where to Stream the Fight
You can watch the Brad Katona vs Bekzat Almakhan fight live via ESPN and UFC Fight Pass.
| Region | Streaming Service |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN, UFC Fight Pass |
| Canada | UFC Fight Pass |
| UK and Ireland | UFC Fight Pass |
| Australia | UFC Fight Pass |
| India | UFC Fight Pass |
Betting Odds for Katona vs Almakhan
According to the odds, Brad Katona is the underdog at 2.2 (+125), while Bekzat Almakhan is favored to win with odds of 1.7 (-146). For a knockout victory, Katona has longer odds at 23.0 (+2200), indicating a lower probability. Almakhan has better odds for a KO/TKO/DQ win at 5.8 (+475). In terms of a decision victory, Katona`s odds are 2.9 (+185), compared to Almakhan`s more favorable odds of 2.5 (+150).
| Method of victory | Brad Katona | Bekzat Almakhan |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 23.0 (+2200) | 5.8 (+475) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.9 (+185) | 2.5 (+150) |
The odds position Almakhan as a strong favorite, particularly with a significant edge in the likelihood of a knockout finish compared to Katona. A decision win is also more likely for Almakhan based on these figures, but Katona should not be counted out, especially if the fight goes the distance.
Fighter Statistics
Brad Katona Details
- Nationality: Canada
- Height: 168 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 14 wins, 4 losses, 0 draws
Bekzat Almakhan Details
- Nationality: Kazakhstan
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 13
- Record: 11 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws
UFC 315 Fight Card
- Belal Muhammad vs Jack Della Maddalena
- Valentina Shevchenko vs Manon Fiorot
- Jose Aldo vs Aiemann Zahabi
- Alexa Grasso vs Natalia Silva
- Mike Malott vs Charlie Radtke
- Jessica Andrade vs Jasmine Jasudavicius
- Modestas Bukauskas vs Ion Cutelaba
- Navajo Stirling vs Ivan Erslan
- Marc-Andre Barriault vs Bruno Silva
- Daniel Santos vs Jeong Yeong Lee
- Brad Katona vs Bekzat Almakhan
