Aljamain Sterling favored over Ilia Topuria opponent Zalal Ebanks at upcoming event

Aljamain Sterling is favored at 1.7 odds against Zalal Ebanks, who is listed at 2.0. The analysis notes that Ebanks gained recognition for submitting Bryce Mitchell in round one and taking a round from Ilia Topuria in Topuria's debut, though Topuria had COVID and fought on short notice. Ebanks has not faced elite wrestlers and ran from Calvin Kattar for an entire round. Sterling should be the favorite based on his recent performances: dominating Kattar, having a close fight with Movsar Evloev, and defeating Brian Ortega despite injuring his hand in round one. The post also previews Chris Grant vs. Martínez at 1.8 vs 1.95 odds, suggesting Grant should win unless age or recovery from his last fight are factors. A parlay of Marshall and Filho is recommended at combined 1.3 odds.