Nikolay Veretennikov vs Kalinn Williams predictions, May 16, 2026

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On May 16, 2026, Nikolay Veretennikov will face Kalinn Williams in a highly anticipated welterweight bout in the UFC. This matchup takes place at Veretennikov’s home venue, potentially providing him with a significant advantage due to familiar surroundings and local support.

Both fighters enter this contest with an uninspiring recent form, as neither has secured a win in their last outings, making this match critical for building momentum. Veretennikov will rely on his tactical grappling abilities, aiming to control the pace and position fight, leveraging his home-crowd advantage. In contrast, Williams is known for his striking and knockout power, which could prove pivotal if he can maintain distance and engage effectively on his feet.

The bookmakers reflect a competitive outlook with odds favoring Veretennikov slightly at 1.99 compared to Williams at 1.78. The betting lines suggest that punters see potential in both fighters but may lean towards Veretennikov’s home advantage.

As both competitors are desperate for a win, we can expect an intense clash where tactics could easily sway the fight in either direction. Ultimately, this bout is too close to call, with no guaranteed outcomes as both fighters seek redemption in the cage.

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Veretennikov 47.2%

Williams 52.8%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2		1.77
	1.97		1.78

Latest Results

07.02.26 Nikolay Veretennikov – Niko Price – Veretennikov N. – 1st Round TKO 04.10.25 Punahele Soriano – Nikolay Veretennikov – Soriano P. win 19.07.25 Francisco Prado – Nikolay Veretennikov – Veretennikov N. win 22.02.25 Nikolay Veretennikov – Austin Vanderford – Vanderford A. – 2nd Round TKO 10.08.24 Danny Barlow – Nikolay Veretennikov – Barlow D. win

07.06.25 Kalinn Williams – Andreas Gustafsson Berg – Berg Gustafsson A. win 07.06.25 Kalinn Williams – Uros Medic – Canceled 15.02.25 Gabriel Bonfim – Kalinn Williams – Bonfim G. – 2nd Round TKO 18.05.24 Kalinn Williams – Carlston Lindsay Harris – Williams K. – 1st Round KO 06.05.23 Kalinn Williams – Rolando Bedoya – Williams K. win

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The chances of victory for both fighters are nearly identical in this match.

Recently, there has been no match between the fighters.

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