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Gastelum Enters Noche UFC as Clear Favorite Against Stoltzfus

Stoltzfus took the short-notice bout for a high-profile opportunity.

Overview

  • The middleweight matchup is scheduled for September 13 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
  • Bookmakers list Kelvin Gastelum around -260 to -265, with odds holding steady through fight week.
  • Tipsters and markets lean toward Gastelum by decision or knockout, while Dustin Stoltzfus is regarded as a live submission threat.
  • Stoltzfus said he had aimed to compete in late October or early November but "couldn't really say no" when offered Gastelum.
  • At media day, Stoltzfus cited short-camp benefits and emphasized a push for consistency after a close loss in his previous outing.