Edson Barboza vs. Lerone Murphy: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

The "best striker in the UFC" and veteran featherweight Edson Barboza collides with unbeaten Englishman Lerone Murphy in the main event of UFC Fight Night 241. The ageless Brazilian debuted in the UFC in 2010, while the Englishman is a recent debutant, entering the Octagon in 2019. In what seems to be the toughest fight of the burgeoning Murphy's UFC career, Lerone Murphy is the bookies' favorite ahead of the fight. UFC fight night takes place this weekend at the Apex, and the main event promises to be an exciting slugfest.

MMA: UFC Featherweight

Where to Watch: ESPN+

Venue: UFC Apex, Las Vegas

Date: 19.05.2024 04:00

The Brazilian American veteran had a fulfilling 2023, scoring two wins and bagging performance bonuses. Last October, the 38-year-old survived a first-round barrage from Sodiq Yusuf before winning the fight via a decision to win the comeback of the year accolade. Previously competing at lightweight, Edson Barboza moved to 145 pounds in 2020. A former pro kickboxer with almost thirty fights, the American Top Team member also competed in professing Muay Thai.

• Age: 38
• Height: 5'11"
• Weight: 145lbs (66kg)
• Reach: 75"
• Record: 24-11-0

The Manchester-born Brit headlines his first main event in the UFC, sporting an unbeaten record. Six fights into his UFC career, Lerone Murphy earned a 5-0-1 record with a draw on his UFC debut. Three decisions and two knockouts following the split draw have garnered attention to "The Miracle." His UFC resume indicates a lack of top featherweight names, but that question will be answered this weekend.

• Age: 32
• Height: 5'9"
• Reach: 73"
• Weight: 145lbs (66kg)
• Record: 13-0-1

Lerone Murphy is a 1.62 favorite on Bet365 which prices the underdog for 2.30 odds. Over 3.5 is priced at 1.65 on 1XBET with the under available for 2.176 odds. Betway list Edson Barboza by decision for 5.60 odds and the favorite by decision at 2.75. Read more.