Traders give Alexander Volkanovski about a 91.5% chance. Aljamain Sterling follows at 3.2%, Arnold Allen follows at 1.1%, and Jean Silva follows at 1.2%. Compare prices from Kalshi and Polymarket. The largest cross-platform price difference is 2.0 percentage points.
Alexander Volkanovski is the current UFC Featherweight Champion, holding a record of 27 wins and 4 losses. He regained the title by defeating Diego Lopes at UFC 314 in April 2025 and successfully defended it in a rematch at UFC 325 in January 2026. His ongoing dominance in the featherweight division makes him a strong contender to retain the championship through the end of 2026.
About Jean Silva
Jean Silva is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Featherweight division. He gained prominence with a first-round knockout victory over Westin Wilson in his UFC debut on January 13, 2024. Silva's dynamic fighting style and rapid ascent in the rankings make him a strong contender for the Featherweight championship by the end of 2026.
About Movsar Evloev
Movsar Evloev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Featherweight division. He is scheduled to face Lerone Murphy in a title eliminator bout on March 21, 2026, at UFC Fight Night 270. This fight is pivotal in determining the next contender for the UFC Featherweight Championship.
Market RulebooksOfficial settlement criteria and edge cases
Market Rulebook: Who will be UFC Featherweight champion at the end of 2026?
Official settlement criteria, resolution sources, and edge cases across Kalshi and Polymarket.
Kalshi
Primary Rule
If Lerone Murphy is the UFC Featherweight Title Holder on Dec 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET, then the market resolves to Yes.
This market will resolve according to the official UFC Featherweight division champion on December 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET.
Only official UFC division champions will count. Interim champions will not count.
If the relevant belt is vacant at this market’s check time, or there is otherwise no champion in the specified division, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the UFC (https://www.ufc.com/athletes).
What factors influence the odds for the UFC Featherweight champion market?
Odds are influenced by fighter performance, injury reports, and upcoming match schedules. Additionally, public sentiment and expert analysis can sway market perceptions.
How often do the odds change for this championship market?
Odds can change frequently, especially following major fights or announcements. Significant events, such as title defenses or injuries, often trigger immediate adjustments.
What is the significance of the UFC Featherweight championship?
The UFC Featherweight championship represents the pinnacle of achievement in the division, showcasing the best fighters. Holding this title can greatly impact a fighter's career trajectory and marketability.
Who will be UFC Featherweight champion at the end of 2026: what does this prediction market track?
The outcomes listed above show how traders are pricing this question. Compare outcome prices from Kalshi, Polymarket in one place. Each price reflects the market’s implied probability, not a guaranteed result.
Who will be UFC Featherweight champion at the end of 2026: what are the current odds?
The latest available prices are Alexander Volkanovski: 90.5¢ on Kalshi, 92.5¢ on Polymarket; Aljamain Sterling: 3.5¢ on Kalshi, 2.9¢ on Polymarket; Arnold Allen: 2.0¢ on Kalshi, 0.3¢ on Polymarket; Jean Silva: 2.0¢ on Kalshi, 0.5¢ on Polymarket. Prices are quoted in cents per $1 share. Check the venue for executable prices and available liquidity.
Lerone Murphy is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Featherweight division. He is scheduled to face Movsar Evloev in a title eliminator bout on March 21, 2026, at UFC Fight Night 270. Murphy's recent victories, including a knockout win over Aaron Pico in August 2025, have positioned him as a leading contender for the Featherweight championship.