Fans are eagerly anticipating the match between Volkan Oezdemir and Alonzo Menifield at UFC Fight Night 265. This event will take place at the ABHA Arena in Doha, Qatar. The showdown is expected to attract considerable attention as Oezdemir aims to reverse his recent fortunes.
Fight Details: Oezdemir vs. Menifield
Volkan Oezdemir, known as “No Time,” boasts an MMA record of 20 wins and 8 losses. He has participated in 15 UFC bouts, with a current record of 8 wins and 7 losses within the organization. Oezdemir is looking to regain confidence after suffering a unanimous decision loss to Carlos Ulberg last November. That defeat interrupted his momentum, which included two consecutive victories against Bogdan Guskov and Johnny Walker.
In contrast, Alonzo Menifield holds a record of 17 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no contest, with 10 wins and 5 losses in UFC competition. He has been performing well in 2025, winning two fights that went the distance. Menifield’s recent performances include a Fight of the Night decision against Julius Walker in February and a unanimous decision victory over Oumar Sy in June.
Fight Predictions and Analysis
Expert analysts are predicting an exciting matchup between Oezdemir and Menifield. While Menifield is known for his knockout power, he has shown improvements in his wrestling and fight strategy lately. Meanwhile, Oezdemir has also been working on his grappling. However, he generally favors striking exchanges.
- Oezdemir’s Strengths: Technical striking and durability.
- Menifield’s Strengths: Knockout power and advanced wrestling skills.
Analysts lean toward Oezdemir for a potential knockout victory in the first round. This prediction is based on his experience and striking capabilities, as he faces a resilient opponent in Menifield.
Odds and Viewing Information
According to betting odds, Oezdemir is the favorite at -235, while Menifield is listed at +186. This reflects the public’s confidence in Oezdemir, given his track record.
Fans can catch the UFC Qatar event live on ESPN+. The fighters are expected to enter the cage around 2:40 p.m. ET.
