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Five Things You Probably Didn’t Know About UFC’s Israel Adesanya

Posted on June 18, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Nigerian-born New Zealand resident Israel Adesanya is one of the more popular UFC faces in recent years. Izzy, or The Stylebender as he is famously called, actually began his career as a kickboxer before switching to the MMA in 2012, and it has been a joyful ride so far.

Twenty-two fights and just a loss in three years is an incredible feat for any MMA fighter, and Izzy is a popular choice for punters at UFC betting websites. The undisputed Welterweight Champion recently defeated Vettori in a unanimous decision to defend his crown, to stay unbeaten in the Middleweight Division. The Stylebender’s only loss in the UFC came in March when he tried his hands at the Light Heavyweight division.

Before making his UFC debut, Adesanya was a kickboxer and featured in several high-ranking tournaments, including the Kulun Fight, Glory Championship, Wu Lin Feng, and King In The Ring. Adesanya entered the ring on 80 occasions as a professional kickboxer, winning 75 of those and losing five times, while his amateur career records stand at 32-0.

Izzy picked up interest in martial arts early on, holding several belts in Jiu-jitsu, boxing, and kickboxing. The UFC fighter was bullied during his high school years and seemed to have channeled this into his unrelenting fighting style.

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Rematches The Order Of The Day On Recent UFC Cards

Posted on June 15, 2021 by A. J. Riot

When it comes to UFC competition, the promotion loves itself some rematch action.

That was certainly the case with UFC 263. Israel Adesanya easily handled Marvin Vettori in their second bout, defending his UFC world middleweight title with a one-sided unanimous decision over Marvin Vettori. That wasn’t the outcome in the in the world flyweight title bout, though. Champion Deiveson Figueiredo was submitted by challenger Brandon Moreno in their second meeting inside the octagon.

It’s not difficult to understand this love affair with rematches. They’re easy to promote, after all. There’s already an established storyline. If the previous bouts were seesaw affairs, it also makes for lucrative opportunities when it comes to the UFC betting lines on these fights.

UFC 264 on July 10th from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas will also see a rematch as its main event bout. Dustin Poirier takes on Conor McGregor in what will be the third leg of a trilogy of fights between the two men. That the winner will likely be in line for a shot at middleweight champion Charles Oliveira’s world title belt only adds further intrigue to this rematch.

“McGregor vs Poirier” by Getty is licensed under CC BY 3.0

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Dustin Poirier vs Conor McGregor Odds

Posted on June 7, 2021 by A. J. Riot

It looks set to be a summer of trilogies in the world of combat sports, with one of the UFC’s headline acts being the third meeting of Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor.

The pair are set to meet for the third time with one victory apiece to their names respectively after two meetings in their professional careers. McGregor won the first meeting between the pair back in 2014, winning via TKO in an explosive first round victory in Las Vegas, while Poirier was victorious in the second round of their meeting in January of this year.

With the pair locked at one win each after two meetings, it’s clear the bookmakers are having a tough time picking a favourite between the two. If you are interested in betting on this fight, be sure to check out Max Free Bets first. They are your one-stop shop for all of the best betting offers and free bets that are available with the best bookmakers in the industry. Whatever your betting interest is, Max Free Bets will have a site that fits your criteria. Keep Reading

McGregor v Poirier: does Notorious still have the will to win?

Posted on May 28, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Conor McGregor v Dustin Poirier headlines UFC 254 in Las Vegas on 10 July, with a packed T-Mobile Arena providing the backdrop. This will be the third and, likely, the final match-up between the Irishman and his long-term American rival. It’s one fight fans, pundits, the media, and bettors are all looking forward to but are struggling to call at this stage.

The leading trading teams covering UFC betting offer odds on the winner of this bout, but you can also make your predictions on several specials. How will the fight be won, points, KO or submission? Will the slugfest go the distance? Will there be a winner in the opening round? There’s something to satisfy all types of gamblers looking to wager on the latest comeback of the world-famous UFC star Notorious.

“McGregor vs Poirier” by Getty is licensed under CC BY 3.0

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Is Conor McGregor Past it?

Posted on May 17, 2021 by A. J. Riot

There was a time when Conor McGregor was arguably the pound-for-pound best fighter in the UFC. He seemed to have everything needed to succeed – speed, power and enough grappling ability to get by. He backed all of this up with one of the biggest mouths in the entire industry.

McGregor’s record is still extremely good with just five losses in his career and only three of those coming in the UFC. However, since losing to Khabib, he does seem to have lost a step. Is he a shadow of his former self, or can he come through this tough time to take his seat at the top of the mountain again?

Eye of the Tiger

Many feel that Conor McGregor hasn’t lost his ability, but he’s just lost his hunger. Success came to him, not just in the octagon but financially as well, and it has gone to his head. Once money came his way, he was more likely to be seen in the casino than in the gym. It meant that, ironically, people who would have backed him with their bets turned their backs. By visiting casinos instead of gyms, McGregor showed that his heart wasn’t in fighting how it used to be. He had managed to fight his way out of poverty. He didn’t need to do it anymore.

While it would be unfair to claim Khabib didn’t deserve his win against McGregor, it would also be unfair to suggest that it was Conor’s best showing either. We still feel that Khabib would have won if McGregor was at his best. At the same time, it’s unlikely that McGregor would have been demolished and quite frankly embarrassed in the way that he was if he had trained properly. Once you lose the eye of the tiger, it’s hard to get it back. If McGregor loses the trilogy rematch against Poirier, then there’s a good chance that it’s gone for good.

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UFC Odds 2021: Spreads and Betting Lines

Posted on May 10, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Wagering on the UFC during the coronavirus pandemic has increased to the point of it becoming a betting alternative. It’s an entertaining sport that attracts fans from all over the world. Now that means more and better UFC betting information, our latest odds, and additional offers will be available. See the latest odds in FanDuel.

How To Read UFC Odds

Knowing how to read and understand UFC odds is important before betting on UFC fights, and it’s also fairly simple once you’ve seen them in action. In sports betting, the favorite is the lower of the two figures, and the underdog is typically the higher of the two. They serve the same purpose in fractional and decimal forms.

How Do UFC Odds Work

The most straightforward UFC wager is to choose the fighter you believe would win. When you go to your sportsbook’s UFC odds page, you’ll see two fighters paired up against each other.

When you choose the fighter you believe will win the fight, it will appear in your betting slip to the right of the page. You will put in the amount of money you want to bet on him or her to see how much your wager will payout.

You can cash in your bet if your fighter wins the fight. You can also wager on various aspects of the fight, but the most common type of UFC betting is simply picking one of the two fighters to win.

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Bettor’s Encyclopedia: How Often to Bet on Fights and the Secrets of Winning Bets

Posted on May 3, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Mixed martial arts and martial arts are sports preferred by most real gambling fans. Spectators watch interesting fights and put their heart and soul into each viewing. Many, in addition to their love of sports, not only play themed slots in such leading online casinos as Casino Chan but also pursue the goal of making money by placing bets at bookmakers.

In the material, we propose to find out the types of fights, their main characteristics, the pros and cons of betting on this kind of sport, as well as the rules for choosing a bookmaker.

How and Where to Bet?

Choosing a bookmaker will not only allow you to get a win in accordance with the rules but also double your profit. Before starting to engage in this type of earnings, it is worth analyzing all bookmakers and choosing the best one. A simple rule will help you navigate: choose companies that have been on the market for several years.

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How Much Money Can You Make With MMA Betting?

Posted on April 25, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Can a person make enough money betting on MMA to quit their day job? Continue reading to know how much money can be made off of MMA betting.

When we look at MMA betting, the rule doesn’t differentiate between the other types of sports betting or betting in general. When thinking about how much money can be made from betting, it can depend on how much money is placed on the bet.

More money put at risk to be lost means more money to be made if won. With sports betting, there are a lot of other things to consider, though. There are things like the event’s frequency, the opposing teams’ odds, and the event’s magnitude.

The different leagues may also be a factor when determining the amount of money to be won through bets. The UFC can make considerably more money than the Jungle fight or World Series of Fighting (WSOF). More people watch the UFC, so it gets more revenue, and it presents a more attractive platform for advertising.

Can Betting On UFC Events Be Profitable?

There is no certainty that betting on MMA and UFC events can be profitable. When talking about profit in simplest terms, it means generating more money than the initial amount. There isn’t any certainty that every bet that would be placed in UFC betting would result in a win. The bettor would have to get lucky every time, and that is near impossible. Even if some magic formula were discovered to make every bet placed to win, it wouldn’t be a good money maker to live off solely.

The UFC alone holds around 10-15 PPV events per year. The top-ranked fighters would probably fight once a year, maybe twice if they’re feeling well enough to do so. The magnitude of top-ranked championship fights is very scarce. Betting on fight nights and undercard bouts can win some money, yes, but it wouldn’t be wise to quit any day job to focus on this.

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Top 5 MMA Fighters in The World

Posted on April 24, 2021 by A. J. Riot

Although MMA traces it’s roots back to the 1990s, the sport has grown to become one of the most followed sporting events in the world. According to a 2019 report, UFC generated a whopping $900 million in revenues, making it one of the highest earners in the realm of sports. In terms of viewership, most (if not all) UFC’s pay-per-view events have sold, and Dana White, who’s the President of UFC has indicated there has been an increased interest in MMA amid the coronavirus pandemic. True to that, UFC’s YouTube channel surpassed 10 million followers, earning the organization a diamond play status.

Just like any other sport, this growing popularity has led to the emergence of MMA champions who are seen as idols by many. So famous are MMA champions such that they are endorsed by global companies to promote their products, with some becoming among the richest people in the world.

But aside from their God-like stature in the contemporary world, how do they perform in the Octagon ?

In this article, we have compiled a list of the top 5 MMA fighters in the world. Looking to wager on MMA or any other online game instead? Take a look at these no deposit bonuses with codes.

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State of the UFC’s Lightweight Division

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Oleg

Happy Easter! With a rare off-week for the UFC, it seems like a good time to take a look at the state of the lightweight Top 10 – a division where the title belt was recently vacated by Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is apparently retired for good despite Dana White’s best efforts to bring him back for one more fight. A matchup between Michael Chandler and Charles Oliveira has been scheduled for the vacant title, and a few other exciting matches are pending in the division. Let’s take a look at these upcoming fights, as well as a couple others that aren’t scheduled but make perfect sense in my opinion. And if you want to put a few bucks on your favorite lightweight, you can get a piece of the action at 22Bet.

[#1] Dustin Poirier vs [#13] Conor McGregor

Coming off a TKO win over McGregor, the #1 ranked Dustin Poirier should really be fighting for the vacant title. Alas – money talks, the UFC loves ‘rubber matches’, and with Poirier and McGregor both holding a stoppage win over the other, how could they resist a trilogy bout? I would have preferred to see these two in other bouts before a rematch, but the figurative ink on this bout agreement was dry before the official result of the second fight was announced.

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Could We See Francis Ngannou Vs Dillian Whyte After Both Recorded Spectacular Wins?

Posted on March 31, 2021 by A. J. Riot

There was growing speculation in 2020 that fight fans would be treated to a sensational showdown between Francis Ngannou and Dillian Whyte after the two got into a war of words. Indeed, once again, giants from the octagon and boxing ring would come together to shake the very ground we stand on. To those that are on the outside of fighting circles, there may be some confusion as people try to make out what the difference is between MMA and boxing, and why this would be such a unique event?

They may seem like similar sports on paper, but at the same time, they are also worlds apart. It’s a bit like baseball and cricket, badminton and tennis. Perhaps the best example is that of the NFL and AFL which seem alike and are often confused for being the same thing. But this article on how the two sports differ will give you a detailed breakdown of the crucial distinction and comparison between the American and Australian sports. Punters will notice that the gear the players wear is slightly different, similar to the main contrast of boxing and MMA.

In boxing, the gloves weigh 8-10 ounces whilst in MMA they register just 4-6 ounces. Additionally, the different shapes of the playing area is one of the key differences between the NFL and AFL, notably, that is the main distinction between boxing and MMA as well. In this instance, it’s unclear as to where the fight would take place, either the eight-sided octagon or the four corners of the boxing the ring, either way, there is a strong desire to see it happen.

Indeed, the animosity between the two is still there, but interestingly, their career prospects have both dramatically increased after spectacular recent wins. Ngannou was able to brutally knock Stipe Miocic out to claim the UFC heavyweight championship of the world out. Meanwhile, Whyte avenged his initial loss to Alexander Povetkin in just four rounds, setting up a showdown with current WBC champion Tyson Fury.

What a knockout! 💥

Francis Ngannou finishes Stipe Miocic in the second round and is the new UFC Heavyweight Champion! 🏆#UFC260 pic.twitter.com/Zz2uyiHEdp

— UFC on BT Sport (@btsportufc) March 28, 2021

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (03-28-2021)

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Jason

UFC 260: WHAT WE CAN EXPECT FROM NGANNOU VS MIOCIC 2

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Oleg

The Pennsylvania betting scene would be shocked by Sean O’Malley saying he wants no one to bet on him as he looks to bounce back from his first ever career loss, but will be undoubtedly hyped for the main event of UFC 260, as Ngannou challenges Stipe Miocic once again for the heavyweight title.

Francis Ngannou is going to go up against Stipe Miocic for the second time in his career, hoping for a better result than the last time. That last time was in 2018, at UFC 220, where Ngannou was riding a six-match winning streak since joining the UFC. He was the favorite going onto the match and the stars looked aligned for the Cameroonian who looked primed to become the new heavyweight champion. Ultimately, he would fall short – short of impressing, short of his objective, and short of the title, in an unrecognizable performance that saw the champ clamp down and snuff out Ngannou. Such a high-profile loss would floor anyone mentally, raise cause for doubt, especially when another loss follows it in a match that was supposed to show your ability to bounce back. Ngannou would again take to the octagon to but the title loss behind him, only to be stunned by Derrick Lewis. The predator still would not lose sight of his goal and is now back in the fray after four big wins on the trot and what he believes to be the best version of himself.

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Three Bouts UFC Fans Would Love To See In 2021

Posted on March 22, 2021 by A. J. Riot

There are some exciting UFC cards scheduled to take place over the next couple of months where there is a strong chance titles could change across a number of divisions.

We’ve taken a look at what other major fights may be added to the schedule in 2021 in what is set to be a great year for MMA fans.

Derrick Lewis To Take On Miocic – Ngannou Winner

Texas heavyweight Derrick Lewis is in line to take on the winner of the Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou contest at UFC 260. Ngannou is the favorite in the Miocic – Ngannou odds so it could be the challenger who ends the bout with the belt.

Lewis has a record of 25-7 following his victory over Curtis Blaydes. He earned the performance of the Night for that knockout punch which came in the second round of the fight. It was his fourth straight victory inside the octagon.

The Black Beast has only fought for the UFC heavyweight title once before. He lost to Daniel Cormier in 2018 at UFC 230, succumbing to a rear-naked choke. He is a much better fighter now though, so if he did get a shot at Miocic or Ngannou, he would be in with an excellent chance of taking the crown this time.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs Holland (2021-03-20)

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Jason

Middleweight (185)
[#11] Kevin Holland (21-5-0, -176) vs. [#12] Derek Brunson (21-7-0, +144)
Derek Brunson is the All-Time #43 ranked Middleweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Kevin Holland (3-0-0)
2020-12-12: W vs. [#14MW] Ronaldo Souza (26-9-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:45 of round 1
2020-10-31: W vs. [#251MW] Charlie Ontiveros (11-7-0) via TKO (Submission to Slam) in 2:39 of round 1
2020-09-19: W vs. [#50MW] Darren Stewart (12-6-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Derek Brunson (3-0-0)
2020-08-01: W vs. [#23MW] Edmen Shahbazyan (11-1-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:26 of round 3
2019-08-17: W vs. [#18MW] Ian Heinisch (14-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2019-05-04: W vs. [*] Elias Theodorou (18-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Kevin Holland	-176		60.87%
Elo K170	Derek Brunson	2044.18	+121.78	63.56%
Elo Modified	Derek Brunson	2018.54	+143.02	65.16%
Glicko-1	Derek Brunson	2071.21	+99.83	63.98%
WHR	Derek Brunson	1906.42	+111.18	62.43%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kevin Holland 98, Derek Brunson 231
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Kevin Holland leads 1-0
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Welterweight (170)
[#72] Max Griffin (16-8-0, -169) vs. [#75] Kenan Song (16-5-0, +138)

Last 3 Fights: Max Griffin (1-2-0)
2020-11-07: W vs. [#277WW] Ramiz Brahimaj (8-3-0) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 2:03 of round 3
2020-03-07: L vs. [#46WW] Alex Oliveira (22-9-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2019-10-12: L vs. [#62WW] Alex Morono (18-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-27, 29-27)

Last 3 Fights: Kenan Song (2-1-0)
2020-02-22: W vs. [#177WW] Callan Potter (18-9-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:20 of round 1
2019-08-31: W vs. [*] Derrick Krantz (24-12-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2018-11-24: L vs. [#62WW] Alex Morono (18-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Max Griffin	-169		59.92%
Elo K170	Kenan Song	1579.46	+40.43	54.61%
Elo Modified	Max Griffin	1625.50	+37.30	54.07%
Glicko-1	Max Griffin	1676.40	+54.94	57.84%
WHR	Max Griffin	1585.06	+39.69	54.52%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Max Griffin 133, Kenan Song 392
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#18] Jamahal Hill (9-0-0, -290) vs. [#25] Paul Craig (14-4-1, +230)

Last 3 Fights: Jamahal Hill (3-0-0)
2020-12-05: W vs. [#27LHW] Ovince St. Preux (25-15-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:37 of round 2
2020-05-30: W vs. [#43LHW] Klidson Abreu (15-5-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) in 1:51 of round 1
2020-01-25: W vs. [#100LHW] Darko Stosic (13-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Paul Craig (2-0-1)
2020-11-21: W vs. [#41LHW] Mauricio Rua (27-12-1) via TKO (Punches) in 3:36 of round 2
2020-07-25: W vs. [#123LHW] Gadzhimurad Antigulov (20-8-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 2:06 of round 1
2019-11-16: D vs. [#41LHW] Mauricio Rua (27-12-1) via Draw (Split) in 5:00 of round 3

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Jamahal Hill	-290		71.04%
Elo K170	Paul Craig	1786.43	+50.43	55.74%
Elo Modified	Paul Craig	1795.05	+21.44	52.35%
Glicko-1	Paul Craig	1845.28	+33.27	54.77%
WHR	Jamahal Hill	1701.48	+40.32	54.59%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Jamahal Hill 105, Paul Craig 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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