Check out the latest markets and betting odds for the lightweight showdown between Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329.
After suffering the first defeat of his UFC career in January at the hands of the new lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, Pimblett will look to get back in the win column when he takes on top contender Saint Denis in Saturday's co-main event.
Prior to running into Gaethje Pimblett had won his first seven fights inside the Octagon since signing with the UFC, picking up wins against the likes of Tony Ferguson, King Green and Michael Chandler in the process.
The 31-year-old is intent on climbing back up the rankings at 155lbs, but to do that he must get past one of the most in-form fighters in the division in Saint Denis.
After losing three of his first eight fights in the promotion, Saint Denis has gone on a tear - picking up four victories in succession, with all four of those coming inside the distance.
In February the Frenchman weathered an early storm against seasoned veteran Dan Hooker before ultimately taking control of the fight and stopping the New Zealander with just 15 seconds remaining in the second round.
Much like Pimblett, Saint Denis combines aggressive striking with remarkable grappling skills, and both men will be quick to take any available opportunity to finish the fight.
Paddy Pimblett vs Benoit Saint Denis odds
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For the first time in his UFC career, Pimblett looks set to be the betting underdog when the cage door closes at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada this weekend.
The Liverpudlian is 23/20 to get his hand raised against Saint Denis, while his opponent is 20/27 to claim a victory that could skyrocket him into title contention.
Both fighters have proven throughout their respective UFC tenures that they are capable of finishing a fight, and odds for the co-main event to reach the final bell are currently priced at 9/5.
Pimblett's BJJ black belt skills have seen him earn a reputation as a submission specialist, but he faces an uphill battle if he is to become the first fighter ever to make Saint Denis tap in MMA.
The Baddy is currently 21/4 to get the win via submission, while Saint Denis is 13/4 to become just the second man ever to submit Pimblett inside the cage.
Both men have showcased their toughness in recent outings and could well make it through the three five-minute rounds.
Pimblett is 17/4 to win by decision or technical decision, whilst Saint Denis is 9/2 to get the nod on the judges' scorecards.
Odds displayed in the above article were correct at time of writing and are subject to change or withdrawal at any time.
