Dan Ige takes on Melquizael Costa at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. They will compete in a welterweight match as part of the UFC Fight Night. Costa's reach advantage and higher fight-win record stand out.
Ige has had a career marked by grit and determination since starting in 2013. With a track record showing 19 wins and 10 losses, Ige faces Costa, who has more expansive experience with 25 victories to his name since turning pro in 2016. Ige's past bouts included competitive fighters, which suggest he comes ready for Costa’s aggressive style.
Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa Betting Odds
- Underdog: Dan Ige : 2.8 (+176)
- Favorite: Melquizael Costa : 1.5 (-220)
| Method of victory | Dan Ige | Melquizael Costa |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.1 (+510) | 9.5 (+850) |
| By decision or technical decision | 6.5 (+550) | 1.8 (-118) |
Dan Ige steps in as the underdog with a moneyline of +176 and decimal odds of 2.8. Melquizael Costa is the favorite, holding a -220 moneyline and 1.5 decimal odds, indicating a higher likelihood of victory.
Ige winning by knockout carries higher potential return, with decimal odds at 6.1 (+510). Costa’s chances for a win by knockout have longer odds at 9.5 (+850), suggesting it's less likely.
A decision win sways strongly towards Costa at 1.8 (-118), while Ige's chances stand at 6.5 (+550). The oddsmakers lean towards Costa in this contest.
What time is Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa fight
Live coverage for the Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on Paramount+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 | 05:00 PM | 08:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 | 02:00 PM | 05:40 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 | 09:00 PM | 12:40 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 | 08:00 AM | 11:40 AM |
How and where to watch the Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa Fight
You can watch Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa via Paramount+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| Canada | Paramount+ |
| UK and Ireland | Paramount+ |
| Australia | Paramount+ |
| India | Paramount+ |
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