- Edson Barboza vs Esteban Ribovics
- UFC 330
- Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
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On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Edson Barboza will face Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330. The betting lines currently place Barboza at +316, while Ribovics is at -400.
Edson “Junior” Barboza aims to enhance his record of 24 wins and 14 losses. At 40 years old, he weighs in at 155 lbs and stands 5’11” tall, boasting a reach of 75″. Meanwhile, Esteban “El Gringo” Ribovics, at 30 years old, measures 5’10” and also weighs 155 lbs, with a professional record of 15-3-0. Ribovics has an arm span of 69″. In significant strikes, Barboza averages 4.14 landed per minute, while Ribovics lands 7.27 strikes per minute. Barboza has a striking accuracy of 44%, and Ribovics isn’t far behind at 43%. In defense, Barboza absorbs 4.68 significant strikes per minute compared to Ribovics’ 5.83. Barboza successfully defends against 55% of his opponents’ strikes, and Ribovics deflects 54% of incoming strikes.
| UFC 330 | Edson Barboza | Esteban Ribovics |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Odds | +316 | -400 |
| Record | 24-14-0 | 15-3-0 |
| Average Fight Time | 11:58 | 10:48 |
| Height | 5’11” | 5’10” |
| Weight | 155 lbs | 155 lbs |
| Reach | 75″ | 69″ |
| Strikes Landed Per Minute | 4.14 | 7.27 |
| Striking Accuracy | 44% | 43% |
In the takedown department, Edson Barboza demonstrates more grappling prowess, averaging 0.43 takedowns every 15 minutes. He successfully completes 50% of his takedown attempts and defends against 73% of his opponents’ attempts. Esteban Ribovics, on the other hand, completes 66% of his takedown attempts and defends against 66% of the takedowns he faces. In terms of submission attempts, Barboza averages 0.1 submissions per 15 minutes, while Ribovics attempts 0.2 submissions per 3 rounds.
In his previous match, Edson Barboza faced Jalin Turner, suffering a defeat due to a head punch in round 1. Turner landed 43 of 73 total strikes during that bout. Barboza managed to land 10 of his 20 total strikes. In the category of significant strikes, Turner achieved 39 of 66, translating to a 59% accuracy rate. He directed 29 of his significant strikes toward Barboza’s head. Statistically, Barboza connected on 50% of his significant strikes by landing 10 of 20. In terms of head strikes, he hit 4 of 14 attempts, with 84% of Turner’s significant strikes and 100% of Barboza’s occurring at a distance.
In Esteban Ribovics’ last fight, he went up against Mateusz Gamrot and unfortunately lost via arm triangle submission in round 2. Gamrot landed 22% of his significant strikes at distance, while Ribovics connected on 100% of his attempted distance strikes. Ribovics achieved a meager 19% success rate, landing 4 of 21 significant strikes, with 2 of those directed at the head. Gamrot managed to land 18 of 34 significant strikes in that matchup, including 15 of 29 aimed at Ribovics’ head. Overall, Gamrot’s total strike count stood at 38 of 56, while Ribovics landed 16 of 34 total strikes thrown.
Other Noteworthy Fights
Don’t overlook the fight between Chidi Njokuani and Joel Alvarez. Njokuani seeks to improve his 25-12-0 record (1 NC). The 37-year-old will compete at 170 lbs and stands at 6’3″ tall, with an 80″ reach. Alvarez also stands at 6’3″ and weighs 170 lbs, holding a career record of 23-4-0 at 33 years old, with a 77″ reach. In grappling, Njokuani averages 0.80 takedowns every 15 minutes, while Alvarez takes opponents down 0.18 times in the same timeframe. Njokuani lands an impressive 5.16 strikes per minute, achieving 61% accuracy, while Alvarez strikes at 4.53 per minute, with a 54% accuracy rate.
If you’re tuning in, keep an eye on Kaue Fernandes as he prepares to step into the Octagon against Jalin Turner. Turner enters with a record of 15-9-0, weighing 155 lbs at 6’3″ tall. The southpaw boasts a 77″ wingspan. Fernandes, at 5’9″ and also weighing 155 lbs, arrives with an 11-2-0 record. In terms of grappling, Turner successfully defends 75% of takedown attempts and completes 55% of his own. Fernandes, on the other hand, executes takedowns on 85% of his attempts and defends against 76% of takedowns. Striking-wise, Turner absorbs 4.54 strikes per minute while landing 5.79, whereas Fernandes takes 1.42 and lands 4.28 strikes per minute.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC fight against the spread?
Prediction: Back Edson Barboza (+316)
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