UFC London Movsar Evloev vs Lerone Murphy Preliminary Card Preview, Odds, Watch Info & FAQ

The UFC is taking the action back across the pond in front of live fans for UFC London Saturday night. They have stacked the card with 14 high level fights, many featuring UK prospects for the hometown fans.

No match up bigger then the Main Event of Movsar Evloev vs Lerone Murphy. The bout is a #1 contender fight with the winner almost guaranteed a title shot.

The under card should not be overlooked, as it features 8 high level bouts including some top prospects. Many MMA fans are only privy to the Main Card type of fighters, so I am here to give you a breakdown of the lesser known bouts on the card.

Saturday is quickly approaching, betting lines are moving and media is underway. Without further a due, lets get right into the preview of the Preliminary card of UFC London live from the O2 Arena in London, England!

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Featured Preliminary Bout: Mason Jones vs Axel Sola Preview – Lightweight

The featured bout of the Preliminary card is an exciting match up of prospects from across the pond. Top French prospect Axel Sola will take on UFC veteran and Welch prospect Mason Jones.

Jones should be considered a Veteran within in the UFC at this point. The Welch prospect has 6 UFC bouts under his belt, although they have come in different stints with the promotion.

Jones chose not to resign with the UFC in 2022 after 2 tough losses in his first 4 fights. Instead the Welch prospect chose to go back to the regional scene and sharpen his skills further.

He went on to rip off 4 straight wins all coming by way of finish before rejoining the UFC in 2025. Since his return Jones is riding the momentum of back to back wins, including a war with Bolaji Oki where he overcame adversity to find the finish.

Will Jones Spoil The Show?

Mason Jones has shown great grappling prowess in the UFC with great takedowns and control. His striking can be lack luster at times, but has shown the chin durability to hold up against the best.

The match up with be an interesting test of skills for the highly touted French prospect Sola. The prospect is coming off an impressive debut victory over Rhys Mckee where he also overcame adversity to find the finish late into the fight.

Sola is the former Ares Welterweight champion which added to the hype of his UFC signing. He was tested right away against a seasoned striker in Rhys Mckee.

The prospect passed with flying colors landing big shots in the pocket. Sola showed just how skilled he is as a striker with great pocket boxing and counters.

It is interesting as it seems the UFC is testing him once again giving him a decorated grappler in Mason Jones. Fans have not seen much of Sola's grappling defense and this match up will show everyone exactly where he stands as a prospect.

Mason Jones vs Axel Sola Odds:

• Moneyline: Mason Jones (-126) vs Axel Sola (+106)
• Round Total: 2.5 Total Rounds – Over (-175) / Under (+153)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Mason Jones By Points (+175)

Nathanial Wood vs Losene Keita Preview – Featherweight

Losene Keita will make his long awaited UFC debut Saturday night against UK's own Nathanial Wood. Keita is a highly touted prospect coming over from the Oktagon promotion where he was a 2 division champion.

In the UFC he will be fighting at featherweight and due to a botched weight cut, Keita had his first scheduled bout in September cancelled. His opponent Patricio Pittbull refused to take the fight as Keita came in a few pounds heavy.

There is no doubt Keita is a legit prospect, the doubt comes in his ability to make 145 lbs comfortably. Keita made a name for himself by being a flashy striker with some impressive knockouts on his record.

In Oktagon he dominated lower competition, going 10-1 in his run with the lone loss coming via injury. At just 28 years old he makes for the perfect prospect for the UFC in a stacked division.

The prospect will have a tall mountain to climb to get to the belt and the UFC is already fast tracking him with a match up against Wood. Nathanial Wood is a UFC veteran at this point with 13 UFC bouts under his belt.

Will Keita Pass The Veteran Test In His Debut?

The veteran has gone on to have an impressive career going 10-3 on that run. Starting out at Bantamweight, the UK star moved to featherweight in 2020 after a tough loss to Casey Kenny.

Since the move to Featherweight where he is typically undersized, Wood has shined going 6-1 in that stretch. Throughout his Featherweight tenure Wood has shown great durability going to decision 7 straight bouts.

MMA fans tend to wonder if his power did not travel with him to Featherweight despite KOs early in his career at Bantamweight. Wood is a versatile striker who uses his speed as an advantage due to his size.

In this bout he will be at a great disadvantage in size as he is 2" shorter and 3" less reach. The UFC has set Keita up perfectly for a big Win in his debut as this is the exact type of match up he has shined in throughout his career.

Nathanial Wood vs Losene Keita Odds:

• Moneyline: Nathanial Wood (+197) vs Losene Keita (-232)
• Round Total: 2.5 Total Rounds – Over (-130) / Under (+110)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Losene Keita By KO/TKO (+150)

Mario Pinto vs Felipe Franco Preview – Heavyweight

Mario Pinto will look to continue his rise to the top of the Heavyweight rankings Saturday night. He will take on UFC debutant Felipe Franco Saturday night in an exciting match up.

Franco is getting his shot with the UFC after a tough contenders series loss in September. Since the loss he went on to rip off back to back finish victories on the regional scene where he shined in the ground game.

The flashy wins earned him a call up to the big leagues, although it is not an easy fight. Franco has shown to be grapple heavy and will rely on his BJJ heavy in this match up.

The Debutant makes for an interesting match up for the top prospect. Pinto is coming off a great performance against Jhonata Diniz in which he utilized his wrestling to wear his opponent down landing 3 of 4 takedown attempts.

The Portuguese prospect has mainly relied on his hands in his career, with 7 knockouts in his 11 wins. It was interesting to see him make improvements to his game and show his grappling ability.

The UFC has not done him any favors here and given him a real grappling test. MMA fans across the globe are highly anticipating another big performance out of Pinto but will Franco spoil the show?

Mario Pinto vs Felipe Franco Odds:

• Moneyline: Mario Pinto (-900) vs Felipe Franco (+600)
• Round Total: 1.5 Total Rounds – Over (+145) / Under (-165)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Mario Pinto By KO/TKO (-175)

Antonio Trocoli vs Mantas Kondrativicius Preview – Middleweight

An exciting debut awaits on the Prelims of UFC London. Highly touted prospect Mantas Kondratavicius will make his debut against Antonio Trocoli.

Trocoli has made a name for himself for all the wrong reasons in the fight game. Since joining the UFC in 2024, Trocoli has gone to lose 3 straight fights being finished in all 3.

To make matters somewhat worse, he has been submitted via standing Guilotine in 2 straight bouts. Trocoli has shown real concern with his defensive grappling and his chin in the UFC.

Outside of the UFC Trocoli has made a name for himself as a high level Poker star. The wrong type of hype in the fight game, it is hard to tell if Trocoli is even UFC level at this point.

Trocoli has become somewhat of a stepping stone which sets up a perfect match up for Kondratvicius. Fresh off a big knock out on the contender series which earned him a UFC contract, Kondratvicius has all the momentum.

He is a rather green prospect with just 9 professional bouts under his belt. Kondratvicius has made quick strides in his game shooting to the top of the fight game and signing with the biggest organization.

The Lithuanian prospect has finished all 8 of his wins proving to be a very exciting prospect. It seems as he prefers his hands over his grappling as he has finished 6 of those by KO and 2 by submission.

Kondratvicius will look to make a splash in the middleweight rankings with a big finish over Trocoli. The highly touted prospect has dreams of putting Lithuanian MMA on the Map and that could start Saturday night in London.

Antonio Trocoli vs Mantas Kondratavicius Odds:

• Moneyline: Antonio Trocoli (+525) vs Mantas Kondratavicius (-700)
• Round Total: 1.5 Total Rounds – Over (+192) / Under (-230)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Mantas Kondraatavicius By KO/TKO (-190)

Louie Sutherland vs Brando Pericic Odds – Heavyweight

• Moneyline: Louie Sutherland (+230) vs Brando Pericic (-270)
• Round Total: 1.5 Total Rounds – Over (+110) / Under (-130)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Brando Pericic By KO/TKO (+145)

Shem Rock vs Abdul Al – Selwady Odds – Lightweight

• Moneyline: Shem Rock (+100) vs Abdul Al – Selwady (-120)
• Round Total: 2.5 Total Rounds – Over (-148) / Under (+128)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Abdul Al – Selwady By Points (+155)

Shanelle Dyer vs Ravena Oliveira Odds – Strawweight

• Moneyline: Shanelle Dyer (-500) vs Ravena Oliveira (+385)
• Round Total: 2.5 Total Rounds – Over (-260) / Under (+215)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Shanelle Dyer By Points (-160)

Melissa Mullins vs Luana Carolina Odds – Bantamweight

• Moneyline: Melissa Mullins (+110) vs Luana Carolina (-130)
• Round Total: 2.5 Total Rounds – Over (-280) / Under (+230)
• Most Likely Method Of Victory: Mullins OR Carolina By Points

UFC London Schedule & FAQ

When is UFC London?

• UFC London will take place Saturday, March 21st, 2026.

Where is UFC London?

• UFC London will go down live at the O2 Arena in London, England.

What time does UFC London start?

• UFC London Preliminary Card start time: 1 p.m. ET
• UFC London Main Card start time: 4 p.m. ET

How to Watch UFC London?

• UFC London Preliminary Card Coverage: Paramount+
• UFC London Main Card Coverage: Paramount+

How to Bet on UFC London?

• Most international and domestic sportsbooks will carry odds for a fight card of this caliber, but check out our best online sportsbooks here to see what Betting News recommends for a great UFC betting experience.