The middleweight division of the UFC presents another blockbuster with streaking fighters Roman Dolidze and Anthony Hernandez headlining this weekend's UFC fight event at the Apex. Dolidze enters the octagon with three straight victories and six overall since moving to the middleweight class. Anthony Hernandez is unbeaten since 2021 and arrives in the octagon having won seven consecutive fights. Hernandez is the massive favorite to continue his winning streak. Despite the one-sided odds, the fight promises to be a fascinating one between two ranked fighters.
Bet on Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez with Bet365
- MMA: UFC Middleweight
- Where to watch: ESPN, ESPN+, TNT Sports, Discovery+, Max, DAZN, UFC Fight Pass, Kayo Sports, Sky Sports Now, Supersport
- Venue: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Date: 09.08.2025 21:30 EST
Roman Dolidze
The veteran has found a lot of consistency since moving down to 185 pounds (ca. 84 kg) from light heavyweight. While Roman Dolidze may have lost his middleweight debut to Trevin Giles in early 2021, the 37-year-old has won six of nine in the last few years, competing at middleweight except for a light heavyweight contest with Anthony Smith in 2024, which he also won. Dolidze entered 2025 with a decision victory over Marvin Vettori, exacting revenge for a 2023 loss. “The Caucasian” is number 9 in the UFC middleweight rankings. The huge Georgian, who has also competed at heavyweight, is an all-rounder with excellent striking and high-level wrestling skills.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 37
- Height: 6'3"
- Reach: 76"
- Weight: 185 lbs (84kg)
- Record: 15-3
Anthony Hernandez
The former LFA middleweight champion has been a mainstay of the UFC middleweight division since debuting in 2018. After a poor start that returned one win from four, the Californian is now on a seven-fight winning streak, 10th in the rankings, and is on the ascendancy. The 31-year-old has collected positive statistics in the division, including the most takedowns, the highest significant accuracy, and the most takedowns landed in middleweight history. "Fluffy's" wins have included victories over Brendan Allen, Roman Kopylov, and Edmen Shahbazyan. Hernandez was last in the octagon in February, when he claimed a decision over former LFA rival Brendan Allen.
Tale of the Tape
- Weight: 185 lbs (84kg)
- Age: 31
- Height: 6'0"
- Record: 14-2-1 (NC)
- Reach: 75"
Betting Odds
Roman Dolidze is a 3.50 underdog on Bet365. The bookmaker offers Anthony Hernandez to win by decision at 3.10 odds. Over 3.5 is 1.83 on 1xbet, with the under offered for 1.91 odds. Yes to the fight going the distance is offered for 2.46 on Betway. Hernandez by decision is 3.00 on the sportsbook. Read more here.
Bet on Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez with Bet365
