Zuffa Boxing 3 has locked in its second Boxing odds main event. Specifically, former IBF Heavyweight champion Charles Martin is set to collide with Nigerian knockout artist Efe Ajagba on Saturday inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Martin (30-4) captured the IBF Heavyweight title in typical political boxing fashion back in 2016. After Tyson Fury vacated the belt to pursue a rematch with Wladimir Klitschko. Next, the title became vacant, opening the door for Martin to face Vyacheslav Glazkov. Martin ultimately claimed the championship when Glazkov suffered a fight-ending injury, crowning Martin as the new titleholder. However, his reign was short-lived.
Martin dropped the belt in his first defense, suffering a second-round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. The 38-year-old veteran has gone 7-3, though consistency has been an issue, as he has alternated wins and losses in five straight bouts. Late on, he returned to the win column with a knockout victory over Matthew McKinney last November.
Meanwhile, Ajagba (20-1-1), enters the bout coming off a majority draw against Martin Bakole on the Canelo vs. Scull undercard. Before that setback, the 31-year-old was riding a five-fight win streak and had captured the WBC Silver Heavyweight title. Ajagba is also known for owning one of boxing’s strangest records. To Illuminate, the fastest win in the sport’s history, after opponent Curtis Harper exited the ring just one second after the opening bell, resulting in a disqualification.
Efe Ajagba vs. Charles Martin Odds
| Date and Time: | Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location: | META APEX in Las Vegas, NV |
| TV Coverage: | Paramount+ |
Ajagba vs. Martin Boxing Odd
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Charles Martin | +500 |
| Efe ajagba | -800 |
Ajagba vs. Martin SBG Odds Overview
Efe Ajagba is a -1000 sports betting favorite with Charles Martin a +510 dog. In sum, these lines reflect Ajagba’s youth (31), size advantage (6’6″ with 85″ reach vs. Martin’s 6’5″/80″), recent form (unbeaten since 2021 loss), and ranking momentum toward title contention. By contrast, Martin (39) is the veteran underdog with former-champ experience, but inconsistent recent results and age-related concerns.
Efe Ajabagba Record and Form
Efe Ajagba, age 31, is Nigerian and nicknamed “The Silent Roller.” His record is 20-1- 1 (14 KOs). He’s a rising top-10 heavyweight contender (ranked in WBC, IBF, WBO), known for his power and size (around 6’6″ with a long reach). He last fought to a majority draw against Martin Bakole in 2025. Now he is pushing for bigger title opportunities.
Also, he’s known for powerful punching and athleticism, making him a dangerous heavyweight on the rise. Ajagba turned pro in 2017 and has built a solid career, with his only loss coming early (a decision to Frank Sanchez in 2021). Since then, he’s gone unbeaten in his last several fights, including a notable majority draw against Martin Bakole in May 2025.
Ajagba gained early fame for holding the record for the fastest boxing win ever (1 second via disqualification against Curtis Harper in 2018, after Harper left the ring over a pay dispute). Previously, he worked on promotions with Top Rank. He is pushing for bigger opportunities in 2026, with Nigerian boxing fans eyeing him (alongside others like Moses Itauma) for potential world title shots.
Charles Martin Record and Form
Charles Martin, 39, is nicknamed “Prince.” His boxing odds record is 30-4-1 (27 KOs). Former IBF heavyweight champion (held it briefly in 2016, lost it quickly to Anthony Joshua). Now in his late 30s, he’s more of a veteran gatekeeper, with recent inconsistent results but strong knockout power as a southpaw.
He’s a powerful southpaw puncher with significant one-punch knockout ability, known for his size and experience in the heavyweight division. Martin captured the IBF heavyweight title in 2016 by defeating Vyacheslav Glazkov (via injury TKO in round 3) for the vacant belt. However, he lost it in his first defense to Anthony Joshua via second-round KO later that year. His reign lasted just 85 days, one of the shortest in heavyweight history.
Ajagba vs. Martin SBG Free Pick
Despite the high price, Sharps prefer Ajagba due to age, momentum, and recent activity. Ajagba is in his prime; Martin is nearing 40 with losses to top guys (e.g., Ortiz, Anderson) and only sporadic activity. Martin’s southpaw power is real (27 KOs), but he hasn’t faced someone as big/fast as Ajagba recently.
Ajagba vs. Martin SBG Free Pick: Efe Ajagba.