UFC 305: Kara-France vs. Erceg Fight Preview
- UFC 305 will feature a flyweight fight between Kai Kara-France and Steve Erceg.
- The fight is scheduled to take place on Saturday's UFC 305 PPV fight card.
- Fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown between these two skilled martial artists.
In an exciting matchup on the ESPN+ streaming fight card, flyweights Kai Kara-France and Steve Erceg are set to clash, with both fighters holding significant rankings in the UFC. Kara-France, currently ranked No. 4 in the official UFC flyweight rankings, previously earned "Fight of the Night" honors in a decision victory over Erceg, who recently challenged for the UFC 125-pound title. The fight is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. ET, with early prelims streaming on ESPN+. Kara-France has a notable history in the octagon, having faced future champion Brandon Moreno in December 2019. Despite not finishing the fight, Erceg secured a "Performance of the Night" bonus for his unanimous decision win over David Dvorak, which propelled him into the top 15 of the UFC’s 125-pound division. His subsequent fight against Alessandro Costa at UFC 295 also resulted in a victory, earning him another "Performance of the Night" bonus with a second-round knockout. As the fight approaches, betting odds have shifted, with Kara-France initially listed at +172 and Erceg at -205. Currently, Kara-France stands at +135, while Erceg is at -180. Erceg boasts a solid defensive striking percentage of 65% and absorbs an average of 3.24 significant strikes per minute, showcasing his boxing skills. Analysts predict that Erceg may secure a victory by decision, given his recent performances and fighting style.