Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov
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Adesanya“The Last Stylebender” · New Zealand
Magomedov“Bullet” · RussiaOdds board
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Israel Adesanya (24-6) faces Shara Magomedov (17-1) in the main event of UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Magomedov, a middleweight bout, on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Israel Adesanya has won 13 of 19 UFC fights, 5 by knockout, and comes in on 4 losses in a row. Shara Magomedov has won 6 of 7 UFC fights, 2 by knockout, and comes in on 2 wins in a row.
Shara Magomedov is 5 years younger; Israel Adesanya has a 7-inch reach advantage. Shara Magomedov lands 63% of the significant strikes thrown, better than 98% of active UFC fighters.
The betting market makes Israel Adesanya a 58% favourite (−156).
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When is Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov?
Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Magomedov. The main card starts at 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT, 6:00 PM UK).
Where is Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov?
Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov takes place at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
How can I watch Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov?
ufc.com lists the main card on Paramount+.
Who is favoured to win, Israel Adesanya or Shara Magomedov?
Israel Adesanya is the betting favourite. With the bookmakers' margin removed, the market gives Israel Adesanya a 58% chance and Shara Magomedov 42%. Best prices at US books: Israel Adesanya, −156 at BetRivers; Shara Magomedov, +125 at BetRivers.
How many rounds is Israel Adesanya vs Shara Magomedov?
5 rounds of five minutes.
What are Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov's records?
Israel Adesanya is 24-6 (13-6 in the UFC). Shara Magomedov is 17-1 (6-1 in the UFC).
How old are Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov?
Israel Adesanya is 37 and Shara Magomedov is 32.
How tall are Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov, and what is their reach?
Israel Adesanya is 6'4" and has a 80" reach; Shara Magomedov is 6'2" and has a 73" reach.
Where are Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov from?
Israel Adesanya fights out of Auckland, New Zealand; Shara Magomedov fights out of Dagestan, Russia.
Have Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov fought before?
No. This is their first fight against each other in the UFC.