Marcus Buchecha vs. Ryan Spann prediction, pick for UFC Fight Night 274

Marcus Buchecha (5-2-1 MMA, 0-1-1 UFC) and Ryan Spann (23-11 MMA, 9-6 UFC) are set to meet in a heavyweight bout opening the main card at UFC Fight Night 274 on Saturday, April 26, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. Buchecha enters seeking his first UFC victory after a decision loss and a draw in his previous two appearances, with his last win coming via submission against Amir Aliakbari at ONE 169 in November 2024. Spann looks to build on a first-round submission victory over Lukasz Brzeski at UFC 318 in July 2025, holding a 1-1 record at heavyweight.