Former champion Sean O'Malley meets Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14. O'Malley opens as a -430 favorite, while Zahabi gets his biggest opportunity as a +300 underdog.

Cory Sandhagen sees O'Malley winning, but not with ease.

"I think O'Malley will almost certainly win, but Zahabi definitely has a chance," Sandhagen said. "I think he's going to be a harder problem to solve than what Sean gives credit for."

Zahabi Has Earned This Shot

Zahabi arrives on a seven-fight win streak, including victories over Marlon Vera, Jose Aldo, and Pedro Munhoz. He brings legitimate boxing, solid wrestling, and an iron will.

The Speed Problem

O'Malley operates on a different frequency. His hands are lightning quick, his footwork creates angles, and his 72-inch reach keeps him at distance. Zahabi carries just a 68.5-inch reach.

Zahabi's toughness will ensure this bout goes the distance. He has absorbed punishment from hard hitters without folding. O'Malley will land cleaner and more often, but Zahabi will keep pushing forward.

UFC Freedom 250 Fight Card

Lightweight Title: Ilia Topuria (c) vs. Justin Gaethje

Heavyweight Interim Title: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane

Bantamweight: Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi

Heavyweight: Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis

Lightweight: Maurício Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler

Middleweight: Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus

Featherweight: Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia