Bo Nickal will take on his first UFC ranked opponent.

Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder preview

Nickal (7-0 MMA, 4-0 UFC) gets an opportunity to enter the UFC’s middleweight rankings after scoring octagon wins over Jamie Pickett, Val Woodburn, Cody Brundage, and most recently Paul Craig at UFC 309.

Former ONE Championship title holder De Ridder (19-2 MMA, 2-0 UFC) impressed in his first two UFC appearances when he scored back-to-back submission wins over Gerald Meerschaert and Kevin Holland.

Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder odds

According to DraftKings, undefeated Nickal has opened up as a moderate -218 favorite against De Ridder, who’s listed as a +180 underdog.

How to watch Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder at UFC Des Moines

  • When: Saturday, May 3, 2025
  • Where: Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines, Iowa
  • Broadcast/streaming: ESPN+