Former UFC flyweight Champion Deiveson Figueiredo collides with ascending fighter Montel Jackson in the co-main event of UFC Rio this Saturday in a Bantamweight clash of ranked talents. Brazilian Figueiredo, who now competes at 135 pounds, arrives the Octagon on a two-fight skid following a rousing start to his bantamweight career. American Montel Jackson has won six straight ahead of this bout, including spectacular finishes in three of the last three. Jackson is a huge favorite to continue his winning streak here in Rio de Janeiro.
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Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Montel Jackson Fight Details
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Time: 22:00 BRT
- Venue: Farmasi Arena, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Where to Watch Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Montel Jackson Live on TV or Stream
| Country | TV Channel/Stream |
|---|---|
| UK | TNT Sports, UFC Fight Pass |
| US | ESPN+ Espn App |
| Canada | ESPN App |
| Nigeria | Supersport, UFC Fight Pass |
| South Africa | Supersport, DSTV Stream |
Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Montel Jackson Fight Preview
Deiveson Figueiredo: form and statistics
The 37-year-old veteran dropped his second straight fight when he lost to former UFC Bantamweight title challenger Cory Sandhagen by second-round TKO earlier this year after suffering a knee injury in the fight. Last November, “Deus Da Guerra” lost to former UFC bantamweight Champion Petr Yan by decision. The former flyweight champion, who fought four championship bouts with Brandon Moreno, had started his bantamweight career with three straight wins, including wins over former bantamweight champions Cody Garbrandt and Marlon Vera.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 37
- Height: 5'5"
- Reach: 68"
- Weight: 135 lbs (61kg)
- Record: 24-5-1 (NC)
Montel Jackson: form and statistics
Currently at number 13 in the bantamweight rankings, Montel Jackson is an ascending talent who has racked up an impressive record while being under the radar. "Quik" is 9-2 in the UFC and with six consecutive wins heading into this one. The Dana White Contender Series graduate beat Daniel Marcos last May. Before that decision victory, he had secured a pair of first-round knockouts over D’Mon Blackshear and Rani Yahya that earned his Performance of the Night bonuses.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 33
- Height: 5'10"
- Reach: 75.5"
- Weight: 135 lbs (61kg)
- Record: 15-2
Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Montel Jackson Fight Prediction
At 37, Deiveson Figueiredo is a fading power that is now dogged by injuries. The former flyweight king still has the heart and the will to show up and put up a good fight. Montel Jackson has a height and reach advantage over the smallish Brazilian, and his excellent striking skills and knockout power give him the edge. However, we remain skeptical of Jackson, given that he has yet to secure a major scalp in the UFC, and Figueiredo will be fighting at home. We, therefore, go for over 2.5 rounds.
Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Montel Jackson Betting Odds
| Bookmakers | Over 2.5 | Fight to go the distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 1.52 | 1.62 |
| 1xbet | 1.51 | 1.6 |
| Betway | 1.51 | 1.6 |
