Traders give Joshua Van about a 96.2% chance. Brandon Moreno follows at 1.2%, Manel Kape follows at 1.6%, and Amir Albazi follows at 0.8%. Compare prices from Kalshi and Polymarket. The largest cross-platform price difference is 1.6 percentage points.
Joshua Van is the current UFC Flyweight Champion, holding a professional MMA record of 16 wins and 2 losses. He secured the title on December 6, 2025, by defeating Alexandre Pantoja via first-round TKO at UFC 323. Van is scheduled to defend his title against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 327 on April 11, 2026.
About Manel Kape
Manel Kape is a UFC flyweight fighter competing out of Phuket, Thailand. He previously held the RIZIN bantamweight championship before joining the UFC in 2020. Kape is a leading contender for the UFC Flyweight Championship, having secured multiple knockout victories in recent bouts.
About Alexandre Pantoja
Alexandre Pantoja is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's flyweight division. He became the UFC Flyweight Champion in July 2023 by defeating Brandon Moreno at UFC 290. Pantoja is relevant to this prediction market as he was the reigning flyweight champion until his title was lost due to an injury in December 2025.
About Tatsuro Taira
Tatsuro Taira is a Japanese professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Flyweight division. He holds an 18-1 record, with notable victories over Brandon Moreno and HyunSung Park. Taira is scheduled to challenge Joshua Van for the UFC Flyweight Championship on April 11, 2026, at UFC 327.
About Kyoji Horiguchi
Kyoji Horiguchi is a Japanese mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC's flyweight division. He previously held the RIZIN flyweight title before vacating it to rejoin the UFC in 2025. His return to the UFC flyweight division makes him a strong contender for the championship by the end of 2026.
Market RulebooksOfficial settlement criteria and edge cases
Market Rulebook: Who will be UFC Flyweight champion at the end of 2026?
Official settlement criteria, resolution sources, and edge cases across Kalshi and Polymarket.
Kalshi
Primary Rule
If Joshua Van holds the UFC Flyweight Title on Dec 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET, then the market resolves to Yes.
This market will resolve according to the official UFC Flyweight 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 Flyweight championship?
Fighter performance in matches, injury status, and upcoming title fights are key factors that shape the odds. Additionally, public sentiment and betting trends can also impact market prices.
How often do the odds change for this championship market?
Odds can fluctuate frequently based on recent fight outcomes, news about fighters, and changes in public interest. Major events, such as title defenses or significant match announcements, typically trigger more substantial shifts.
What is the significance of the UFC Flyweight championship?
The UFC Flyweight championship represents the pinnacle of achievement in the 125-pound weight class, showcasing elite talent. Holding the title can significantly impact a fighter's career, including sponsorship opportunities and legacy.
Who will be UFC Flyweight 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 Flyweight champion at the end of 2026: what are the current odds?
The latest available prices are Joshua Van: 96.5¢ on Kalshi, 96.0¢ on Polymarket; Brandon Moreno: 2.0¢ on Kalshi, 0.4¢ on Polymarket; Manel Kape: 2.0¢ on Kalshi, 1.2¢ on Polymarket; Amir Albazi: 1.5¢ on Kalshi, 0.1¢ on Polymarket. Prices are quoted in cents per $1 share. Check the venue for executable prices and available liquidity.