{"id":651165,"date":"2026-02-19T08:57:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T07:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=651165"},"modified":"2026-02-19T08:57:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T07:57:32","slug":"ufc-houston-serghei-spivac-vs-ante-delija-predictions-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/ufc-houston-serghei-spivac-vs-ante-delija-predictions-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"UFC Houston: Serghei Spivac vs. Ante Delija \u2013 Predictions, Odds, Best Bets &#038; How To Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>UFC Houston&rsquo;s heavyweight clash features Serghei Spivac facing Ante Delija in a crucial divisional matchup. This 3-round bout pits two finishers against each other in what promises to be an explosive heavyweight battle at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.<\/p><p>Delija opens as a <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-150<\/a> favorite, with Spivac at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+125<\/a> as the underdog. This heavyweight showdown represents an important opportunity for both fighters looking to climb back into contention.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Here&rsquo;s how we&rsquo;re betting UFC Houston: Spivac vs Delija, including our <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/prediction\/ufc-predictions\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>UFC predictions<\/a>, best bet, key props and an expert final verdict.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mini Fight Info Strip<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Event:<\/strong> UFC Houston<\/p><p><strong>Weight class:<\/strong> UFC Heavyweight bout<\/p><p><strong>Fight length:<\/strong> 3-round main card bout<\/p><p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> February 21, 2026 &ndash; Main card 08:00 p.m. ET, walk time ~9:15 p.m. ET<\/p><p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Toyota Center, Houston, Texas<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet Card<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Best Bet:<\/strong> Delija by KO\/TKO (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a>)<\/p><p><strong>Book:<\/strong> Best price at FanDuel<\/p><p>Our best bet for this heavyweight clash is Delija by knockout at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a>. 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Full T&Cs can be found on betmgm.com.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serghei Spivac vs Ante Delija Odds<\/strong><\/h2><p>Here are the latest odds from top sportsbooks.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Market<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>BetMGM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>FanDuel<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best Odds<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moneyline<\/td><td>Spivac +125 \/ Delija -150<\/td><td>+124 \/ -160<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Spivac +125 <\/a>(BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fight Goes Distance<\/td><td>+250<\/td><td>+230<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+250<\/a> (BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fight Doesn&rsquo;t Go Distance<\/td><td>-375<\/td><td>-320<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-320<\/a> (FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Rounds O\/U 1.5<\/td><td>Over -105 \/ Under -125<\/td><td>O-102 \/ U-124<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Over -102 <\/a>(FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spivac by KO\/TKO<\/td><td>+400<\/td><td>+480<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+480 <\/a>(FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spivac by Submission<\/td><td>+500<\/td><td>+600<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+600<\/a> (FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spivac by Decision<\/td><td>+550<\/td><td>+450<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+550 <\/a>(BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delija by KO\/TKO<\/td><td>+100<\/td><td>+115<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a> (FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delija by Submission<\/td><td>+1400<\/td><td>+2000<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+2000<\/a> (FD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delija by Decision<\/td><td>+600<\/td><td>+600<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+600 <\/a>(BetMGM\/FD)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><strong>Odds updated:<\/strong> February 19, 2026 &ndash; 12:00 AM ET. Lines may move before fight night, especially after weigh-ins or late injury news.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tale of the Tape &ndash; Key Stats to Know<\/strong><\/h2><p>Before we get into the matchup, here&rsquo;s a Tale of the Tape for Spivac vs Delija.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tale Of The Tape<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Serghei Spivac<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ante Delija<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Record<\/strong><\/td><td>17-6<\/td><td>26-7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age<\/strong><\/td><td>31<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Height<\/strong><\/td><td>6&rsquo;3&Prime;<\/td><td>6&rsquo;3&Prime;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reach<\/strong><\/td><td>78&Prime;<\/td><td>78&Prime;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stance<\/strong><\/td><td>Orthodox<\/td><td>Orthodox<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sig. Strikes Landed<\/strong><\/td><td>3.45<\/td><td>4.81<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Striking Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><td>48%<\/td><td>45%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Takedowns<\/strong><\/td><td>4.21<\/td><td>0.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Takedown Defense<\/strong><\/td><td>63%<\/td><td>0%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Submission Avg.<\/strong><\/td><td>0.5<\/td><td>0.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Delija holds advantages in striking volume (4.81 vs 3.45 per minute) while Spivac dominates in grappling metrics. Spivac&rsquo;s 4.21 takedowns per fight with 62% accuracy creates massive wrestling advantage against Delija&rsquo;s non-existent takedown offense and questionable defense. Both fighters share identical physical measurements, creating a pure skill vs style matchup.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fighter Breakdown &ndash; Serghei Spivac Analysis<\/strong><\/h2><p>Spivac comes in with a 17-6 record including victories over Derrick Lewis and Marcin Tybura. The 31 year old Moldovan is currently ranked #7 but is riding a two-fight losing streak after losses to Jailton Almeida and Waldo Cortes-Acosta.<\/p><p><strong>Strengths:<\/strong> Elite wrestling with 4.21 takedowns per fight at 62% accuracy. Dangerous submission game with 8 career submission wins. Durable with only one UFC submission loss. Excellent scrambling ability. Championship-level grappling credentials.<\/p><p><strong>Weaknesses:<\/strong> Two-fight losing streak with both losses coming in 2025. Poor striking defense (50%) leaves openings. Age 31 with accumulated heavyweight damage. Limited striking volume. Can be overwhelmed by elite strikers.<\/p><p><strong>Betting Angles:<\/strong> Spivac&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+125 <\/a>moneyline offers value if his wrestling dominates. Spivac by submission (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+600<\/a>) provides excellent payout. Fight doesn&rsquo;t go distance (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-320<\/a>) is heavily juiced but likely correct.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fighter Breakdown &ndash; Ante Delija Analysis<\/strong><\/h2><p>Delija brings a 26-7 record with recent victories over Marcin Tybura and Yorgan De Castro. The 35 year old Croatian is a former PFL Heavyweight Champion but is coming off a controversial knockout loss to Waldo Cortes-Acosta.<\/p><p><strong>Strengths:<\/strong> Explosive knockout power with 13 career KO\/TKO wins. Superior striking volume (4.81 per minute). Former PFL champion with championship experience. Aggressive striking style. Dangerous in pocket exchanges.<\/p><p><strong>Weaknesses:<\/strong> No wrestling offense whatsoever (0 takedowns). Zero percent takedown defense. Poor striking defense (38%). Coming off controversial knockout loss. Age 35 with accumulated damage. Limited grappling credentials. Can be controlled by elite wrestlers.<\/p><p><strong>Betting Angles:<\/strong>&nbsp; Delija&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-150<\/a> moneyline offers minimal value. Delija by KO\/TKO (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a>) is our primary angle.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bets For Serghei Spivac vs Ante Delija<\/strong><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet: Delija by KO\/TKO (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3><p>This offers excellent value for Delija&rsquo;s clearest path to victory. Spivac&rsquo;s poor 50% striking defense combined with Delija&rsquo;s 4.81 strikes per minute creates perfect conditions for a knockout. Delija just knocked out Marcin Tybura with an uppercut in round one, showcasing devastating power.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Spivac has been stopped by strikes four times in his career. If Delija can stuff early takedowns and keep the fight standing, his superior striking volume should produce a finish. At <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+115<\/a> (implied 46.5%), we project this outcome closer to 55%.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Value Prop: Spivac by Submission (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+600<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3><p>While we favor Delija overall, Spivac&rsquo;s elite grappling creates devastating upset potential. Delija&rsquo;s zero percent takedown defense against Spivac&rsquo;s 4.21 takedowns per fight creates inevitable grappling exchanges.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Once on top, Spivac has submitted Derrick Lewis, Marcin Tybura and Tai Tuivasa with arm-triangle chokes and armbars. Delija has minimal submission defense experience. 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Must be 21+ in most jurisdictions, but 18+ in DC, KY, and WY. Offer is valid only in eligible regulated states\/jurisdictions and not available in AR; void where prohibited. First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Longshot Flier: Under 1.5 Rounds (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-124<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3><p>Small stake only. Both fighters possess finishing ability with heavyweight power and grappling danger. Delija&rsquo;s aggressive striking creates early knockout opportunities, while Spivac&rsquo;s wrestling could produce quick submissions.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The books favor an early finish. At<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'> -124 <\/a>(implied 55.4%), this represents solid value for a first-round finish. Keep stakes at 0.5 unit maximum.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prediction &ndash; Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Official pick:<\/strong> Ante Delija by KO\/TKO&nbsp;<\/p><p>We are backing Delija to hand Spivac his third consecutive loss with explosive striking. While Spivac holds massive wrestling advantages, Delija&rsquo;s knockout power and aggressive style should prove decisive.<\/p><p>Delija&rsquo;s 4.81 strikes per minute against Spivac&rsquo;s 50% striking defense creates multiple opportunities for clean power shots. Spivac will likely attempt early takedowns, but Delija&rsquo;s power makes every exchange dangerous. One clean uppercut or overhand right changes everything at heavyweight.<\/p><p>We expect Delija to stuff Spivac&rsquo;s initial takedown attempts while landing heavy combinations in round one. If Spivac survives the early onslaught, Delija should continue finding openings in round two before landing a finishing strike.&nbsp;<\/p><p>This represents a calculated pick based on recent form and stylistic matchup. Delija&rsquo;s momentum combined with Spivac&rsquo;s defensive vulnerabilities creates a perfect storm for a knockout victory.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Bet UFC Houston: Tips for This Card<\/strong><\/h2><p>Beyond the heavyweight clash, UFC Houston offers several compelling matchups.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Card Tips:<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Delija&rsquo;s 38% striking defense creates knockout vulnerability despite power advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Melquizael Costa&rsquo;s five-fight winning streak with four victories in 2025 shows exceptional momentum.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Geoff Neal vs Uros Medic co-main features two finishers with explosive knockout power.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UFC Houston Fight Card<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Main Card (08:00 p.m. ET &ndash; UFC Fight Pass)<\/strong><\/p><p>Sean Strickland vs Anthony Hernandez &ndash; Middleweight bout, 5 rounds<\/p><p>Geoff Neal vs Uros Medic &ndash; Welterweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa &ndash; Featherweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Serghei Spivac vs Ante Delija &ndash; Heavyweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Zachary Reese vs Michel Pereira &ndash; Middleweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Jacobe Smith vs Josiah Harrell &ndash; Welterweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p><strong>Prelims (05:00 p.m. ET &ndash; UFC Fight Pass)<\/strong><\/p><p>Chidi Njokuani vs Carlos Leal &ndash; Welterweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Ode&rsquo; Osbourne vs Alibi Idiris &ndash; Flyweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Alden Coria vs Luis Gurule &ndash; Flyweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Nora Cornolle vs Joselyne Edwards &ndash; Women&rsquo;s Bantamweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Ramiz Brahimaj vs Punahele Soriano &ndash; Welterweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Phil Rowe vs Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani &ndash; Welterweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Jordan Leavitt vs Yadier del Valle &ndash; Featherweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p>Juliana Miller vs Carli Judice &ndash; Women&rsquo;s Flyweight bout, 3 rounds<\/p><p><em>Odds current as of February 19, 2026.<\/em><\/p><p><strong>(Image Credit: Vincent Carchietta &ndash; Imagn Images)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-global mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UFC Houston&rsquo;s heavyweight clash features Serghei Spivac facing Ante Delija in a crucial divisional matchup. This 3-round bout pits two finishers against each other in what promises to be an explosive heavyweight battle at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. Delija opens as a -150 favorite, with Spivac at +125 as the underdog. 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