Ismael Bonfim vs. Chris Padilla: Preview, Prediction, Where to Watch & Latest Betting Odds

Ismael Bonfim vs. Chris Padilla: UFC Fight Preview

The UFC fight between Ismael Bonfim and Chris Padilla is scheduled for November 8, 2025. This event features a clash in the lightweight division, highlighted on the main card of UFC Fight Night.

Ismael Bonfim's Current Form

Ismael Bonfim is making his return to the Octagon after a doctor's stoppage loss in February against Nazim Sadykov. Before the stoppage, Bonfim was leading on the judges' scorecards, but a punch to the eye ended the bout prematurely. Since his debut in 2023, the 2022 DWCS graduate holds a 2-2 record in the UFC. He has suffered defeats against Benoit Saint-Denis and Nazim Sadykov but secured victories over Terrance McKinney and Vinc Dichel.

Bonfim has a total of twenty professional MMA fights and shares the event card with his brother, Gabriel. If his \"win one, lose one\" trend continues, he is due for a victory.

Chris Padilla's Rising Trajectory

American fighter Chris Padilla has quietly built momentum outside the spotlight. He enters this bout on a six-fight winning streak, including three UFC victories. Padilla debuted on short notice in 2024 with a first-round submission win over James Llonto, followed by wins against Rongzhu and Jal Herbert, enhancing his promising UFC record.

Bookmakers’ Outlook

The betting odds favor Ismael Bonfim in this matchup, reflecting confidence in his potential to rebound and secure a win.

"Ismael Bonfim will be keen to show the world that what happened with Sadykhov was a fluke."
Where to Watch

The fight will be available as part of the UFC Fight Night broadcast. Fans can check local listings or streaming platforms for viewing options.

Author's Summary: Ismael Bonfim aims to break his recent pattern and prove his resilience against the undefeated Chris Padilla, who continues to rise with an impressive UFC winning streak.

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Telecom Asia Sport Telecom Asia Sport — 2025-11-09

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