UFC Vancouver: An Exciting Showdown Awaits
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is departing from its APEX facility and heading to Canada for the UFC Vancouver fight card, set for tomorrow night (Sat., Oct. 18, 2025) at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia. The main event features a 185-pound clash between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen, both eager to challenge division champion Khamzat Chimaev.
As is customary with “Fight Night” events, a subscription to ESPN+ is needed to stream the action this weekend (sign up here).
Before focusing on the main and co-main events, which showcase a welterweight bout between fan-favorite Kevin Holland and local hero Mike Malott, check out Andrew Richardson’s “X-Factor” breakdown of the complete UFC Vancouver main card here. For the latest betting odds and props, visit FanDuel here.
185 lbs.: Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen
Reinier “Dutch Knight” De Ridder
Record: 21-2 | Age: 35 | Betting line: -200
Wins: 5 KO/TKO, 13 SUB, 3 DEC | Losses: 2 KO/TKO, 0 SUB, 0 DEC
Height: 6’4” | Reach: 78” | Stance: Southpaw
Brendan “All In” Allen
Record: 25-7 | Age: 29 | Betting line: +165
Wins: 5 KO/TKO, 14 SUB, 6 DEC | Losses: 2 KO/TKO, 1 SUB, 4 DEC
Height: 6’2” | Reach: 75” | Stance: Orthodox
Originally slated to face No. 6-ranked Anthony Hernandez, De Ridder now takes on Allen after Hernandez’s injury. While Allen poses a threat, he comes off two consecutive losses to high-ranking fighters. His confidence has been openly questioned, yet he remains optimistic about this matchup, which he believes suits his fighting style. Betting lines favor De Ridder, who recently defeated former champion Robert Whittaker.
170 lbs.: Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott
Kevin “Trailblazer” Holland
Record: 28-14, 1 NC | Age: 32 | Betting line: -100
Wins: 14 KO/TKO, 9 SUB, 5 DEC | Losses: 2 KO/TKO, 4 SUB, 8 DEC
“Proper” Mike Malott
Record: 12-2-1 | Age: 33 | Betting line: -120
Wins: 5 KO/TKO, 6 SUB, 1 DEC | Losses: 2 KO/TKO, 0 SUB, 0 DEC
Holland is competing for the fifth time this year, striving to prove himself after a recent loss. He expresses thoughts on the fighters he’s faced, indicating he believes he should have won against certain opponents. Malott, on the other hand, is on a winning streak and looks to capitalize on this opportunity to secure a notable position in the welterweight division. Both fighters aim to highlight their skills, setting the stage for an electrifying fight.
Stay tuned for comprehensive, live coverage of the entire UFC Vancouver fight card on MMAmania.com, starting with the preliminary matchups on ESPN+.
