Bryan Battle faces Nursulton Ruziboev in a Middleweight contest at UFC 319 at Chicago’s United Center. Both fighters are promising up-and-comers on an undercard that primes fans for the Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev main event. This matchup pits American Bryan Battle, towering at 188 cm and weighing 79.4 kg, against Uzbekistan’s Nursulton Ruziboev, who stands taller at 196 cm and weighs in slightly heavier at 83.9 kg.
Bryan Battle, boasting a record of 12 wins with 4 by knockout, enters fresh from a narrow split decision victory over Randy Brown last December. With two losses but none via knockout, his resilience is notable since turning pro. Counterpart Ruziboev offers more experience with a commendable 36 wins and only one loss by knockout.
Bryan Battle vs Nursulton Ruziboev Betting Odds
- Favorite: Bryan Battle : 1.6 (-160)
- Underdog: Nursulton Ruziboev : 2.4 (+140)
| Method of victory | Bryan Battle | Nursulton Ruziboev |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 7.0 (+600) | 5.7 (+470) |
| By decision or technical decision | 3.5 (+250) | 5.8 (+480) |
Bryan Battle is the favorite with odds of 1.6 (-160). Bettors believe he is likely to win. Nursulton Ruziboev has underdog odds of 2.4 (+140). A bet on him could return a profit if he wins. Battle winning by knockout offers odds of 7.0 (+600). Ruziboev's knockout win odds are at 5.7 (+470). Odds for Battle to win by decision stand at 3.5 (+250). For Ruziboev, it's 5.8 (+480) to win by decision. The betting community gives an edge to Battle, but there is potential value in backing Ruziboev.
What time is Bryan Battle vs Nursulton Ruziboev fight
Live coverage for the Bryan Battle vs Nursulton Ruziboev main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Bryan Battle vs Nursulton Ruziboev Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 06:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 03:40 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 10:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:40 AM |
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