Get the full Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal prediction, betting picks, prop bets, and same-fight parlay ideas for UFC Des Moines.
Two of MMA’s premier grapplers collide in what could be a sneaky Fight of the Night contender. Undefeated phenom Bo Nickal (7-0) takes his biggest leap in competition yet as he faces Reinier de Ridder (19-2), a double-champion from ONE Championship who has quickly proven himself a dangerous force inside the UFC cage.
Nickal has steamrolled his way through the UFC so far, showcasing elite wrestling, suffocating pressure, and an improving striking arsenal. But standing across from him will be a 6’4” submission machine in De Ridder, who has already choked out both Gerald Meerschaert and Kevin Holland in round one.
This is a classic wrestler vs. submission artist battle, but both men are actually phenomenal grapplers—just in very different ways. Can Nickal maintain control without giving up his neck? Or will De Ridder pull off the upset and enter the Middleweight title conversation?
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📺 Where to Watch Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal ? (May 3, 2025)
| Detail | Info |
| 🗓️ Date | Saturday, May 3, 2025 |
| 🕘 Time | Main card starts at 10:00 PM ET |
| 🏟️ Venue | Wells Fargo Arena — Des Moines, Iowa 🇺🇸 |
| 📺 Broadcast | ESPN (TV) / ESPN+ (Streaming) |
💰 Betting Odds
| Fighter | Moneyline | Implied Win % |
| Reinier de Ridder | +250 | 28.6% |
| Bo Nickal | -310 | 75.6% |
📈 Betting Trends
- Bo Nickal is 7-0 with five first-round finishes.
- Reinier de Ridder has 13 submission wins and hasn’t been submitted.
- Both fighters are southpaws and love taking the fight to the ground.
- Nickal has never fought a ranked UFC opponent—RDR is ranked #13 at middleweight.
- Nickal lands 63% of his strikes and absorbs only 1.86 per minute.
- RDR lands 6.89 takedowns per 15 mins and defends 85% of takedowns.
🔑 Key Matchup Stats
| Stat | Reinier de Ridder | Bo Nickal |
| Record | 19-2-0 | 7-0-0 |
| Average Fight Time | 7:38 | 4:51 |
| Height | 6’4″ | 6’1″ |
| Reach | 78″ | 76″ |
| Strikes Landed per Minute | 3.28 | 2.65 |
| Striking Accuracy | 57% | 63% |
| Takedowns per 15 Min | 6.89 | 3.10 |
| Takedown Defense | 85% | 15% |
| Submission Attempts per 15 Min | 2.0 | 3.6 |
🧠 ClutchBuzz Fighter Breakdown
🛡️ Reinier de Ridder (“RDR”)
- ✅ Elite submission artist with black belts in BJJ and Judo.
- ✅ Outstanding takedown and clinch control.
- ⚠️ Low knockout threat, can be hittable in exchanges.
- 🧠 Gameplan: Get Nickal to the ground and hunt necks.
🥇 Bo Nickal
- ✅ Former NCAA Division I wrestling champion.
- ✅ Dominant top control, heavy hips, improving hands.
- ⚠️ Limited experience vs elite opposition, potential vulnerability to submissions.
- 🧠 Gameplan: Wrestle smart, stay heavy in top position, avoid RDR’s BJJ traps.
📊 Prop Bets (Best Value)
| Prop Bet | Odds |
| Bo Nickal to Win by Decision | +400 |
| Reinier de Ridder by Submission | +500 |
| Fight Goes to Decision | +220 |
| Bo Nickal by KO/TKO | +225 |
| Reinier de Ridder Wins in Round 1 | +700 |
🎯 Same Fight Parlay (SGP)
| Leg | Pick |
| Winner | Reinier de Ridder (+250) |
| Method | By Submission (+500) |
| Fight Not to Go the Distance | Yes (-150) |
| Parlay Payout | +1200 |
🧠 ClutchBuzz Final Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal Prediction
Bo Nickal is the favorite for a reason. He’s explosive, suffocating, and composed—but he’s also untested against someone as crafty and dangerous as Reinier de Ridder. If Nickal makes even a slight mistake during a scramble, he could find himself in a guillotine or rear-naked choke faster than you can say “Contender Series.”
This is Nickal’s first true test, and we’re picking the upset.
🔮 Pick: Reinier de Ridder by Submission (Round 2)
