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After making their respective pitches to challenge new UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev, streaking contenders Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez will look to make an iron-clad case for a title shot when they meet in the UFC Fight Night 262 headliner.
Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez preview
De Ridder (21-2 MMA, 4-0 UFC) has quickly climbed the ladder in the middleweight division, winning his first three fights by stoppage, and picking up a split decision nod over former champ Robert Whittaker in his last outing. The main event result against Whittaker extended his winning streak to five.
Hernandez (15-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) is coming off an impressive outing in a main event against Roman Dolidze earlier this month to extend his current winning streak to eight. The fourth-round Performance of the Night submission put “Fluffy” in the mix at the top of the division, which has suddenly become packed with title challengers.
Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez odds
According to DraftKings, former two-division ONE Championship titleholder de Ridder is a +190 underdog to keep his undefeated octagon run going against Hernandez, who is a -230 favorite to extend his winning streak to nine consecutive bouts.
How to watch Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez at UFC Fight Night 262
Where: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Broadcast/streaming: ESPN+
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
