UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho Fight Card, Predictions, & Odds

The middleweight showdown between ranked contenders Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho will headline the UFC Paris card on Sept. 6, at the Accor Arena in France.

Heading into the match, Borralho is the slight betting favorite with -130 UFC odds due to his undefeated record in the promotion. Meanwhile, the hometown bet, Imavov, is going to be the slight betting underdog with +110 odds.

This crucial matchup could determine the next challenger for UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev.

UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho Odds

• Nassourdine Imavov: +110
• Caio Borralho: -130

UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho: Prediction

I predict that Imavov will win via unanimous decision against Borralho. Imavov’s main advantages are his solid takedown defense, slightly superior striking abilities, and valuable experience in multiple five-round fights.

Both fighters have similar physical attributes, as their reach and leg reach are identical. The only difference is Imavov’s 2-inch height advantage against Borralho. These two athletes also possess a well-rounded skill set in both grappling and striking departments.

However, Imavov still has more striking weapons and could counter Borralho’s grappling because he has a Sambo background and is an elite defensive wrestler. With Borralho’s grappling neutralized, he’ll be forced to stand and trade with Imavov for most of the bout.

Imavov packs power in his punches and kicks, but given these factors, I expect this match to go the distance thanks to Borralho’s durability and granite chin. Although both fighters can rock each other during the five-round affair and have their own moments, Imavov ultimately gets the job done through the judges’ scorecards.

Nassourdine Imavov’s Recent Fight Results

Imavov was a European MMA standout before he was signed by the Las Vegas-based promotion in 2020. He made a successful debut in the UFC with a unanimous decision win against Jordan Williams in October 2024.

Since then, he has earned a spot in the division’s rankings, recording a 7-2 win-loss card with one no contest. His most notable victories inside the octagon include wins over Roman Dolidze, Jared Cannonier, and Israel Adesanya.

Caio Borralho’s Recent Fight Results

Borralho was the former Future FC champion when he joined Dana White’s Contender Series in 2021. He needed two victories against Aaron Jeffrey and Jesse Murray in the competition before he finally earned a roster spot in the UFC.

When he finally stepped into the octagon, Borralho maintained a perfect record under the promotion and defeated Gadzhi Omargadzhiev, Armen Petrosyan, Makhmud Muradov, Michal Oleksiejczuk, Abus Magomedov, Paul Craig, and Jared Cannonier.

UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho: Tale of the Tape

UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho Fight Card

• Nassourdine Imavov vs. Caio Borralho, middleweight fight
• Benoit Saint Denis vs. Mauricio Ruffy, lightweight fight
• Bolaji Oki vs. Mason Jones, lightweight fight
• Modestas Bukauskas vs. Paul Craig, light heavyweight fight
• Fares Ziam vs. Kaue Fernandes, lightweight fight
• Patricio Pitbull vs. Losene Keita, featherweight fight
• Oumar Sy vs. Brendson Ribeiro, light heavyweight fight
• Rhys McKee vs. Axel Sola, welterweight fight
• Marcin Tybura vs. Ante Delija, heavyweight fight
• Andreas Gustafsson vs. Rinat Fakhretdinov, welterweight fight
• William Gomis vs. Robert Ruchala, featherweight fight
• Sam Patterson vs. Trey Waters, welterweight fight
• Brad Tavares vs. Robert Bryczek, middleweight fight
• Shauna Bannon vs. Sam Hughes, women’s strawweight fight