There's a grudge match set to go down in Las Vegas on Saturday night when Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington battle in the main event of UFC 272. The welterweight bout headlines a card set for the T-Mobile Arena that airs live on pay-per-view after prelims on ESPN and ESPN+.
Both men lost to welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in their most recent outings, a second loss to the champ for both men. Now, these friends-turned-rivals will see their trash talk come to blows with their status in the 170-pound division -- and supremacy over their foe -- on the line.
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Plus, an interesting co-main event is on tap when former lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos takes on Renato Moicano on short notice. Rising featherweight contender Bryce Mitchell is back when he takes on veteran Edson Barboza in an old-school clash of styles. Mitchell has risen to prominence with his wrestling base while Barboza is known for his brutal kicks. Elsewhere, Kevin Holland makes his return to the welterweight division when he takes on Alex Oliveira while former NFL star defensive end Greg Hardy looks to end a losing streak when he takes on Serghei Spivac to open the PPV festivities.
Below is all the information you need to catch UFC 272 on Saturday night.
How to watch UFC 272 prelims
Date: March 5 | Location: T-Mobile Arena -- Las Vegas
Time: 8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. ET for early prelims)
Channel: ESPN | Stream: ESPN+
How to watch UFC 272 main card
Date: March 5 | Location: T-Mobile Arena -- Las Vegas
Time: 10 p.m. ET
Stream: ESPN+ | Price: $74.99
Now, here's a look at the UFC 272 main fight card and betting odds via Caesars Sportsbook.
UFC 272 main card, odds
| Favorite | Underdog | Weightclass |
|---|---|---|
Colby Covington -330 | Jorge Masvidal +260 | Welterweight |
Rafael dos Anjos -175 | Renato Moicano +150 | Catchweight |
Bryce Mitchell -165 | Edson Barboza +140 | Featherweight |
Kevin Holland -360 | Alex Oliveira +270 | Welterweight |
Serghei Spivac -195 | Greg Hardy +165 | Heavyweight |
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