When you’re looking to place a bet on a UFC fight, you first need to learn how to read the betting odds. This can seem daunting, but don’t worry; we’re here to help! This post will discuss what UFC betting odds mean and how to read them. So, if you’re ready to learn more about UFC betting, let’s get started!
An Overview of UFC Betting
The UFC is the world’s largest and most popular mixed martial arts organization. MMA betting is one of the fastest-growing sports bets in North America. Unlike other sports where there are limited ways to bet on the outcome, MMA provides bettors with various options and opportunities. The UFC fight schedule can also be found on the UFC website.
Tips to Read UFC Betting Odds
UFC Moneyline
The moneyline is the most common way to bet on UFC fights. Simply put, you are picking who you think will win the fight. The favorite will have odds that look like this: -200. The underdog will have odds that look like this: +155.
What do those numbers mean? Let’s use the example of Khabib Nurmagomedov (-200) vs Conor McGregor (+155). If you were to bet $100 on Khabib, you would need to risk $200 to win $100. If McGregor wins, a $100 bet will net you $155 profit.
UFC Over/Under
The UFC Over/Under betting odds are displayed in a (-) and (+) format. The negative sign will always be associated with the favorite (i.e., the fighter with the lower number), while the positive sign will always be associated with the underdog (i.e., the fighter with the higher number).
For example, if you see UFC betting odds that look like this:
Fighter A: -200
Fighter B: +150
This means that Fighter A is favored to win by bookmakers, while Fighter B is considered an underdog. To win $100 betting on Fighter A, you would need to bet $200. Conversely, if you bet $100 on Fighter B and he wins, you would profit $150.
UFC Prop Bets
Prop bets are wagers on events that may or may not happen during a fight. These can be anything from betting on how many takedowns will occur in a fight, to whether or not a fighter will be knocked down. Prop bets add an extra layer of excitement to watching a UFC event and can often be more lucrative than betting on the fight’s outcome.
To read UFC prop betting odds, you will need to know the following information:
- The type of bet (e.g., moneyline, parlay, etc.)
- The amount you are wagering
- The odds of the bet
UFC Round Betting/Total Rounds
The most popular way to bet on UFC is Round Betting. You can pick which fighter you think will win in what round the fight will end. Will it be a KO/TKO, submission, or decision? The odds for each fighter winning in each round are usually around -200 (bet $200 to win $100), but they can vary based on who the fighters are and how evenly matched they are.
You can bet on the Total Rounds if you think the fight will go the distance. This is also sometimes called Over/Under betting. The sportsbook sets several rounds; let’s say total rounds will be Over/Under.
Both types of bets are settled at the end of regulation time, so if the fight ends in a draw or no contest, all bets on that particular market will be void, and your stake will be refunded.
UFC Situations for Rematch Betting Strategy
There are certain rematch betting strategy situations where the UFC betting odds will be more favorable. For example, if a fighter was winning the first fight before being KO’d in the later rounds, they may be given better odds in the rematch. This is because oddsmakers understand that the fighter has what it takes to win but needs to avoid making the same mistake twice.
Of course, you can’t always rely on the UFC betting odds when placing your bets. You also need to do your research and understand which fighters have what it takes to win in a rematch situation. Read more.