Bet on Rafikov Fanil vs Ray Cooper III on MMA

Rafikov Fanil is favored to win with odds of 1.65 due to his superior striking accuracy of 58% and recent knockout victory over a top contender in his last fight on November 28, 2025, compared to Ray Cooper III's 2-3 record in his past five bouts. Fanil's takedown defense stands at 82%, neutralizing Cooper's grappling attempts effectively. DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports offers the sharpest lines for this matchup.

The match starts at 5:30 PM EST on December 20, 2025, at the AMC Fight Nights event, aligning with prime viewing hours for East Coast fans.

The fight takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, a state-of-the-art 1,300-square-foot octagon facility designed for intimate MMA bouts with advanced production capabilities and a capacity for controlled crowds.

Prediction: Rafikov Fanil to win by decision with moneyline odds of 1.65, as his endurance edge shines in three-round fights—averaging 4.2 significant strikes per minute—while Cooper III fades after round two in 70% of his recent appearances.

This is the first head-to-head meeting between Rafikov Fanil and Ray Cooper III, with no prior encounters; Fanil holds a 7-1 record in welterweight bouts over the last two years, while Cooper III stands at 4-4 in similar matchups.