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Bukauskas vs. Craig Brings Striker–Grappler Test to UFC Paris

Oddsmakers now back Bukauskas after a sustained uptick, with Craig seeking a rebound from a recent no-contest.

9/6/2025
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Overview

  • Modestas Bukauskas meets Paul Craig in a light heavyweight bout on September 6 at UFC Paris.
  • DraftKings lists Bukauskas at -355 and Craig at +280, with several previews projecting the fight to go over 1.5 rounds.
  • Bukauskas enters on a three-fight win streak and is 4-1 since re-signing with the UFC in 2023, most recently edging Ion Cutelaba by split decision at UFC 315.
  • Craig returns to 205 pounds after a middleweight run, coming off a no-contest versus Rodolfo Bellato due to an illegal upkick and holding just one win in his last seven official results.
  • Previews frame a classic contrast: Bukauskas’ technical kickboxing and reported 77% takedown defense versus Craig’s guard-based submission threat, as Craig says moving back up restores his energy and performance.