Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann 2/25/23 – The battle will take place at the UFC Apex facility, Las Vegas, on February 25. Nikita Krylov, the #9 ranked light heavyweight, will take on #1 Ryan Spann. Both fighters have had big wins, and a win here could lead to them taking on top-five talent.The latest UFC betting odds for this main event between Krylov and Spann are up for the bettors.
Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann
Date & Time: Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Betting Odds
Krylov
Moneyline: -160
Spann
Moneyline: +140
Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Betting Analysis
Nikita Krylov is a mixed martial artist from Ukraine. His father, a champion competitor in Kyokushin Karate, had taught him the art at age ten. Krylov has been a professional since 2012. He has also competed for M-1 Global. Nikita Krylov has battle-tested skills. Since entering the UFC in 2013, “The Miner”, Nikita Krylov, has faced the best light heavyweights with a lot of experience. Krylov has won back-to-back fights in his last two bouts. Krylov is now 3-2 overall in his five fights, with additional wins over Alexander Gustafsson and Johnny Walker. Krylov has been the favorite in his past fights, including his last loss to Paul Craig.
Ryan Spann is an American mixed martial artist. He has been a professional fighter since 2013. He was also the Light Heavyweight Champion for Legacy Fighting Alliance. Spann was born in Westwood, Memphis, Tennessee, and began training in martial arts as a child. Meanwhile, “Superman” Spann is entering his sixth consecutive fight as an underdog. Spann was +195 in his fight against Reyes, and +215 when he faced Ion Cutelaba – both of these fights were won by him. Ryan Spann excels as a first-round fighter. Knowing how fast Spann starts Krylov, Spann will be ready to close the distance and grapple if necessary. Spann should be exhausted and dragged into the second round.
Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Stats
| Krylov | Spann | |
| Wins/Losses/Draws | 29-9-0 | 21-7-0 |
| Average Fight Time | 7:07 | 4:39 |
| Height | 6′ 3″ | 6′ 5″ |
| Weight | 205 lbs. | 205 lbs. |
| Reach | 77″ | 79″ |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Strikes Landed per Min. | 4.45 | 3.42 |
| Striking Accuracy | 55% | 3.42 |
| Strikes Absorbed per Min. | 2.50 | 3.42 |
| Defense | 44% | 48% |
| Takedowns Average/15 min. | 2.11 | 1.46 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 35% | 1.46 |
| Takedown Defense | 53% | 50% |
| Submission Average/15 min. | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Nikita Krylov vs Ryan Spann Free Pick
The more this fight drags on, the greater Spann’s chances of hurting or even stopping Krylov. Krylov will get Spann down, and he will attempt a submission much like Anthony Smith’s last fight. The win is likely to be won by Nikita Krylov, who is much more well-known and top in UFC betting sites.
Free Pick: Nikita Krylov -160
