In anticipation of the highly anticipated UFC 300 event, the preliminary card picks have been unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of the exciting matchups that await. Taking place on Saturday at the prestigious T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, this historic card is being touted as one of the promotion's most stacked events to date.

Diego Lopes will face off against Sodiq Yusuff in what promises to be a thrilling featherweight bout. Lopes, with a record of 23-6 MMA and 2-1 UFC, has consistently showcased his skills, winning three out of his last five fights. However, Yusuff, with a record of 13-3 MMA and 6-2 UFC, is a formidable opponent and has also enjoyed success in the Octagon. The odds currently favor Lopes at -140, according to the latest information.

Another highly anticipated matchup on the preliminary card is between Kayla Harrison and Holly Holm in the women's bantamweight division. With a record of 16-1 MMA and 0-0 UFC, Harrison makes her UFC debut, boasting an impressive track record. However, her opponent, Holm, with a record of 15-6 MMA and 8-6 UFC, is an experienced fighter, ranked at No. 6 in the division. The odds slightly favor Harrison at -455.

Calvin Kattar and Aljamain Sterling will clash in a featherweight showdown. Kattar, ranked No. 11 in the division, holds a record of 23-7 MMA and 7-5 UFC. Sterling, on the other hand, boasts an impressive record of 23-4 MMA and 15-4 UFC, capturing the No. 3 spot in the bantamweight rankings and No. 13 pound-for-pound. The odds currently favor Sterling at -175.

In the light heavyweight division, Jiri Prochazka and Aleksandar Rakic will go head-to-head. Prochazka, ranked at No. 3, holds a record of 29-4-1 MMA and 3-1 UFC, while Rakic, ranked at No. 8, stands at 14-3 MMA and 6-2 UFC. This matchup has generated considerable excitement, with odds favoring Rakic at -120.

These preliminary card picks provide just a taste of the epic battles that await fans during UFC 300. With top-ranked fighters from various weight classes competing, this event is poised to be a memorable one. Be sure to catch all the action as the UFC sets the stage for an unforgettable night of fights.