Erik Silva, also known as "King," faces off against Francis "Fire" Marshall in a welterweight bout in Mexico City at Arena CDMX. Set during UFC Fight Night, these seasoned fighters add excitement to the undercard right before the main event featuring Brandon Moreno and Lone'er Kavanagh.
Silva, with a record of 9-3, has been a professional fighter since 2005. Having no titles or major awards marks his career but his consistent performance keeps him noted within the division. Marshall, with an 8-3 record, turned pro in 2018 and has steadily gained credibility. Both fighters last squared off against stiff competition—similar records suggest this match won't be easy for either. Their shared height and reach balance the field further.
Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall Betting Odds
- Underdog: Erik Silva : 6.5 (+550)
- Favorite: Francis Marshall : 1.1 (-700)
| Method of victory | Erik Silva | Francis Marshall |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 15.0 (+1400) | 3.9 (+290) |
| By decision or technical decision | 12.5 (+1150) | 5.0 (+400) |
Francis Marshall enters the fight as the clear favorite with 1.1 odds (-700). Erik Silva, labeled the underdog, holds longer odds at 6.5 (+550). A knockout win for Silva has staggering odds of 15.0 (+1400), while Marshall's is at 3.9 (+290). The decision victory scenarios also heavily favor Marshall, offering a payout at 5.0 (+400) compared to Silva at 12.5 (+1150). These numbers highlight the expectation for Marshall's dominant performance. Betting on him appears safe yet less profitable; choosing Silva involves higher risk but potential reward.
What time is Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall fight
Live coverage for the Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall 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 | Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 | 05:00 PM | 05:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 | 02:00 PM | 02:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 | 09:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 08:00 AM | 08:20 AM |
How and where to watch the Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall Fight
You can watch Erik Silva vs Francis Marshall via Paramount+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| Canada | Paramount+ |
| UK and Ireland | Paramount+ |
| Australia | Paramount+ |
| India | Paramount+ |
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