Brendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds for UFC Middleweight Co-Main Event
Brendan Allen will take on Edmen Shahbazyan in the UFC co0main event for a middleweight clash on Saturday night. Can Allen take this one to the distance tonight? Let's take a look at this Allen vs. Shahbazyan prediction and best bet for Friday, June 6th.
Peter Alexis - June 6, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT
4 Minute ReadBrendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds for UFC Middleweight Co-Main Event
Brendan Allen faces Edmen Shahbazyan on Saturday, June 6, at 9:45 p.m. ET in Las Vegas. Allen is favored at -188, while Shahbazyan is a +152 underdog in a middleweight fight with major ranking and momentum implications.
Allen is the better all-around fighter and deserves to be favored, but the fight-to-go-distance market is the more interesting angle at +176. Both fighters have finishing tools, yet this matchup could become more patient and tactical than the price suggests.
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Brendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Odds
- Moneyline: Allen (-180), Shahbazyan (+165)
Brendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2026
- Time: 9:45 PM ET (Estimated Fight Time)
- Where to Watch: Paramount+
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Brendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Prediction
Allen has revived his title hopes with recent wins over Marvin Vettori and Reinier de Ridder after losses to Nassourdine Imavov and Anthony Hernandez slowed his momentum. His grappling, clinch work, and submission game remain the clearest advantages, and if he gets Shahbazyan down consistently, he can win rounds without needing to force reckless finishing attempts.
Shahbazyan remains dangerous because of his boxing and power. His early career hype faded after grappling and cardio issues became exposed, but he is still only 28 and still has the striking speed to hurt opponents who enter carelessly. Against Allen, he needs to keep the fight standing, defend early takedowns, and make the favorite work harder than expected.
The distance angle is about Allen fighting smart. He does not need to chase a finish to win this fight. He can clinch, control, threaten submissions, and bank rounds, while Shahbazyan has enough defensive urgency and striking danger to survive if he avoids prolonged bad positions. That makes +176 appealing in a fight that could be more grinding than explosive.
Brendan Allen vs. Edmen Shahbazyan Pick
- Pick: Fight to Go the Distance (+176) Check out these best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook odds
Fight to go the distance at +176 is the play. Allen is the likely winner, but Shahbazyan’s improved experience and the stakes of the matchup point toward a more controlled fight. Expect Allen to win the positional battle while both fighters make it to the final horn.
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