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UFC: Silva vs. Delgado Preview, Odds, Picks (Sep 12)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Silva vs. Delgado odds favor Jean Silva as a heavy -425 favorite.
- Jose Delgado jumped in on short notice following Yair Rodriguez’s injury.
- Jean Silva brings explosive power into the octagon, boasting four KO/TKO finishes in his last six UFC victories.
Delgado steps into his first UFC main event on short notice following Yair Rodríguez’s injury withdrawal. He is a massive underdog against Jean Silva, though Silva prepared for a completely different rival.
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How to Watch
- When: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 5 PM ET
- Where: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona
- How to Watch: Paramount+
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Fight Preview
Jean Silva (17-3) is on the rise and has 6 wins in 7 UFC bouts. That sole defeat came against Diego Lopes via TKO in September last year. If that one ended differently, the Brazilian could have easily reached the title bout, or at least a title eliminator.
The Lord, as the fans call him, has 20 fights so far, and 17 wins. He has tremendous knockout power, and 12 of his 17 triumphs came that way. Only one of his UFC victories wasn’t a stoppage, and it was his most recent win against Arnold Allen.
Jose Delgado (12-2) steps into the main event spotlight on short notice. He had 5 UFC fights, winning 4 and losing only to Nathaniel Wood via unanimous decision back in October 2025. After that, the Mexican bounced back by beating Andre Fili and Austin Bashi. So even though many think he’s unknown and isn’t elite, his record proves otherwise.
The 28-year-old boasts a strong physical presence, standing 5-foot-11 with a 73-inch reach. From what we’ve seen, Delgado knows how keep the distance and use his reach, but to be honest, he has never faced a rival like Silva, who is currently 6th in the rankings.
Silva vs. Delgado Predictions
Silva’s power and durability, backed by a full training camp, will decide this one. Delgado is tough and has the length to make things nasty for Silva, but overall, the durability and stamina will be on the Brazilian’s side. That’s why we bet on his win.
- Free UFC pick: Jean Silva
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