Jorge Masvidal opens as a (-225) underdog in a potential clash with Kamaru Usma (-175). Masvidal now favors a fight against Usman for the welterweight title. Is Masvidal being overlooked by the oddsmakers as an underdog? As the dust settles after UFC 246, many potential challengers face welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. The oddsmakers now favorContinue reading “UFC Odds: Kamaru Usman Opens as Betting Favorite Against Jorge Masvidal”
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Opening UFC Odds for Khabib vs McGregor 2
Conor McGregor remains a big underdog (+285) for a potential rematch against Khabib Nurmagomedov (-320). Khabib is expected to defend his title against Tony Ferguson at UFC 249, McGregor will be on standby if one of them pulls out. Will McGregor take another fight before a potential rematch against Khabib, if so who? “The Notorious”Continue reading “Opening UFC Odds for Khabib vs McGregor 2”
How will Tyson Fury look under new trainer in Deontay Wilder rematch?
Tyson Fury split with former trainer Ben Davidson and is now training under Javan Sugar Hill. How will Javan Sugar Hill influence Fury’s style for the rematch against Deontay Wilder? The betting line still slightly favors Fury to beat Wilder on Feb 22nd. Tyson Fury’s split from trainer Ben Davidson was a result of intenseContinue reading “How will Tyson Fury look under new trainer in Deontay Wilder rematch?”
Can McGregor Reclaim his UFC Crown?
Dana White claims McGregor will get another title shot at Khabib if successful against Donald Cerrone. The oddsmakers are heavily favoring McGregor to defeat Cerrone. When Conor McGregor announced his retirement following a defeat at the hands of Khabib Nurmagomedov in October of 2018, many were sceptical about how long it would last. Just 15 months later,Continue reading “Can McGregor Reclaim his UFC Crown?”
UFC Auckland Odds: Dan Hooker Slight Betting Favourite Against Paul Felder
Dan Hooker is a (-130) betting favourite against underdog challenger Paul Felder (+110). Felder is #6 ranked lightweight while Hooker is #7. Both fighters have an almost identical Striking Accuracy of 43-44%, who will have the advantage at UFC Auckland? The UFC is travelling to Auckland, New Zealand on Febuary 23, as Paul “The IrishContinue reading “UFC Auckland Odds: Dan Hooker Slight Betting Favourite Against Paul Felder”
Curtis Blaydes heavily favoured over Junior dos Santos for UFC Raleigh
Curtis Blaydes is the betting favourite (-250) against the underdog Junior dos Santos (+210). Blaydes has won two fights in a row, while JDS was on a three-win fight streak until it was snapped by Francis Ngannou in his last bout. We review Blaydes odds trends and ponder has JDS still got it? Junior dosContinue reading “Curtis Blaydes heavily favoured over Junior dos Santos for UFC Raleigh”
Deontay Wilder Emerges as Betting Underdog in Latest Odds Against Tyson Fury
Deontay Wilder has now drifted to become the betting underdog (+115), as he rematches against favourite (-125) Tyson Fury. Since their first bout Wilder and Fury have both picked up two wins each inside the ring. The chances of another draw occurring are 4.76% that converts to +2000, (20/1) in odds. The most anticipated heavyweightContinue reading “Deontay Wilder Emerges as Betting Underdog in Latest Odds Against Tyson Fury”
UFC Betting Odds – Tyron Woodley Opens as Modest Underdog Against Leon Edwards
Former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley opens as a betting underdog (+115), against the favorite Leon Edwards (-147). Woodley hasn’t fought since losing his title to Kamaru Usman at UFC 235. Edwards #4 in the welterweight rankings and is on an eight fight win-streak. Tyron Woodley’s return has been set for UFC London, the former 170-poundContinue reading “UFC Betting Odds – Tyron Woodley Opens as Modest Underdog Against Leon Edwards”
Francis Ngannou Opens as Heavy Betting Favourite Against Jair Rozenstruik for UFC 249
Francis Ngannou is a (-275) favourite in the opening odds against Jair Rozenstruik (+215) The two hard-hitting heavyweights are set to headline UFC Columbus in March 2020. Will Ngannou’s power be too much for Rozenstruik? UFC 249 will now feature Jair Rozenstruik stepping up to face Francis Ngannou. Rozenstruik picked up four UFC wins inContinue reading “Francis Ngannou Opens as Heavy Betting Favourite Against Jair Rozenstruik for UFC 249”
Mikey Garcia Opens as Sizeable Favourite Over Jessie Vargas
Mikey Garcia is a 1/5 betting favourite in the opening odds against underdog challenger Jessie Vargas 10/3. The two former title holders are scheduled to face each other on February 29, 2020. Can Jessie Vargas defy the oddsmakers and hand Mikey Garcia is second loss in a row? Mikey Garcia’s comeback fight in 2020 hasContinue reading “Mikey Garcia Opens as Sizeable Favourite Over Jessie Vargas”