While the hype surrounding Conor McGregor’s return was undeniable, UFC 303 takes center stage on June 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with a captivating Light Heavyweight Championship rematch!
The current champion, Alex Pereira, a true fighting force, is set to defend his title against the formidable challenger, Jiří Procházka.
This highly anticipated clash promises an explosive encounter, and for MMA fans with a keen eye for strategy, a prime opportunity to leverage their knowledge with online UFC betting.
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UFC 303: Pereira vs. Procházka 2
Saturday, June 29th at 6:00 pm ET | ESPN2/ESPN+
T-Mobile Arena | Las Vegas, Nevada
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Before diving into specific wagers, let’s dissect the fascinating backstory of this rematch.
Their first encounter was an instant classic, with Pereira emerging victorious via TKO in the second round. Now, with a deeper understanding of each other’s styles, the stakes are even higher.
By analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and the evolution of their fight game, you can approach online UFC betting for Pereira vs. Procházka 2 with a strategic edge and potentially place a winning wager.
UFC 303 was supposed to be Conor McGregor’s return to the Octagon.
One of the most popular mixed martial artists in the sport’s history, McGregor was going to take on Michael Chandler in the main event at UFC 303.
Jamahal Hill was also going to fight at UFC 303. Both came up with injuries. McGregor’s made the headlines, but Hill also injured himself during training.
The new main event pits Alex Periera against Jiri Prochazka in a rematch of a fight that went to Pereira.
Check out more info on the upcoming UFC 303 event happening at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on June 29.
McGregor versus Chandler May Never Happen
Neither Chandler nor McGregor seem capable of beating the best in the lightweight division.
For sure, neither would have a chance against the champ, Islam Makhachev, one of the best pound for pound mixed martial artists on the planet.
But that was the point. Although Chandler and McGregor aren’t close to a fighter like Makhachev, they are close to each other.
So fight fans were clamoring to see Conor and MC get it on because we knew it was going to be a fantastic, action-packed throw down.
Because of McGregor’s injury, the fight may never happen.
Conor has bounced back from injuries before, but with each passing year, heck, each passing month, McGregor’s ability to train himself to a competitive level becomes more difficult.
We shall see what happens. But Chandler versus McGregor could be one of those pipe dream fights that never materializes.
Plenty of Opportunity for UFC Bettors to Make Money in the Early Prelim and Prelim Sights
Don’t just pay attention to the main events.
Like in most UFC promotions, the prelim and early prelim fights offer excellent value.
Cub Swanson versus Andre Fili and Charles Jourdain against Andre Fili should be fantastic bouts.
Joe Pyfer against Andre Barriault is another terrific matchup while Michelle Waterson-Gomez versus Gillian Robertson on the early prelim part of the card should be competitive.
Pay attention to the early prelims and prelims and put some money in your pocket before turning to the main card fights.
Garry vs Page Could Be the Best Main Card Opening Fight in UFC History
Dana White is a master of matching up UFC fighters. So, often, the opening main card fight is an exceptionally competitive bout.
Still, Ian Machado Garry versus Michael Page might be the best opening main card fight in UFC history.
The early betting favors Garry at -135.
Page offers +115. Garry is 14-0. Page is 22-2. Page has won 4-of-5 and is 13-1 via TKO/KO. Garry is 7-0 via TKO/KO.
Of all the main card events, Garry versus Page promises to be the most competitive and exciting.
Co-main Event Between Ortega versus Lopes is Going to Be Epic
UFC handicappers have yet to make a final decision on which fighter to choose between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes.
Ortega is the underdog at +115 while Lopes is the -135 favorite.
The odds can change because Ortega beat Yair Rodriguez in a rematch in his last.
Brian suffered a knockout loss in the first fight against Rodriguez.
The fact he changed tactics to get the victory suggests Ortega brings the right strategy to his bout against Lopes.
Lopes has physical advantages. He’s also 10-2 via TKO./KO and 12-0 via submissions.
The co-main event should produce as much drama as the main event at UFC 303.
Pereira versus Prochazka favors Pereira
Money has begun to land on Alex Pereira to retain his championship strap.
Pereira is now a -170 favorite over Jiri Prochazka.
In the first bout, Pereira looked like he was a dead man walking. But a well timed right cross and then elbows led to a stoppage.
Jiri appeared capable of continuing to fight. Still, it is what it is.
Expect Prochazka to use different tactics in this bout. Pereira is the -170 favorite.
So right now, the value is on Prochazka at +140.
If the odds hold, Prochazka might be one of the best overlay opportunities in a UFC bout that we’ve seen in a while.
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UFC 303: Pereira vs. Procházka 2
| Fight card | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight class | |||
| Light Heavyweight | Alex Pereira (c) | vs. | Jiří Procházka |
| Featherweight | Brian Ortega | vs. | Diego Lopes |
| Light Heavyweight | Anthony Smith | vs. | Carlos Ulberg |
| Women’s Bantamweight | Mayra Bueno Silva | vs. | Macy Chiasson |
| Welterweight | Ian Machado Garry | vs. | Michael Page |
| Preliminary card (ESPN / ESPN+) | |||
| Middleweight | Joe Pyfer | vs. | Marc-André Barriault |
| Featherweight | Cub Swanson | vs. | Andre Fili |
| Featherweight | Charles Jourdain | vs. | Jean Silva |
| Bantamweight | Payton Talbott | vs. | Yanis Ghemmouri |
| Early preliminary card (ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass) | |||
| Women’s Strawweight | Michelle Waterson-Gomez | vs. | Gillian Robertson |
| Heavyweight | Andrei Arlovski | vs. | Martin Buday |
| Flyweight | Rei Tsuruya | vs. | Carlos Hernandez |
| Bantamweight | Ricky Simón | vs. | Vinicius Oliveira |
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UFC 197 Picks, McGregor Vs. Dos Anjos and Holm Vs. Tate Betting Predictions
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UFC 197 is fast-approaching in the horizon, and while the clash between Holly Holm and Miesha Tate is witnessing increasing action in the MMA odds, it is the bout between Rafael dos Anjos and and Conor McGregor that is garnering most attention and interest. These two Super Fights have been officially slated to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on March 5th. As we continue to prepare for this mega event, let’s take a quick look at these fights and highlight what you can expect from them, including our free MMA betting picks for the two clashes.
How to Bet on MCGREGOR vs. DOS ANJOS Betting Odds
After dominating Chad Mendes earlier last year and then going on to beat featherweight champion Jose Aldo in December at UFC 194, McGregor will be attempt to become the first ever UFC fighter to hold two titles at once as he goes for lightweight gold. If he does succeed in winning this fight, it will no doubt cement McGregor’s name among the All-time greats in the UFC, if he isn’t one of them already.
Meanwhile, for dos Anjos, this fight will present him with a chance for a second title defense after he won the lightweight belt last March and then destroyed Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone in December with an emphatic first-round knockout just 66 seconds into the opening round.
As always, changing weight class can always be tricky for fighters, and McGregor will be finding out about that the easy or hard way sooner rather than later. Even so, the outspoken larger-than-life fighter will have sufficient tools to survive the test. For starters, McGregor will be riding high on confidence after stopping Aldo, the sport’s best pound-for-pound fighter. Physically, McGregor will have some slight speed advantage, which should allow him to record some quick strikes both aerially and on the ground. His size and length will also cause trouble to his opponent.
But even with that skill-set, McGregor is guaranteed to have a hellish time against RDA, a beast that has can beat you up well on the ground, just in the same way he can scorch you with scathing attacks when on your feet. His last four fights are a sure proof of the danger he brings, having torn apart and dominated his lightweight opponents in meticulous fashion. In terms of his strengths, Dos Anjos boasts of devastating power striking, both outside and inside, along with good wrestling and excellent Brazilian jiu-jitsu—making him an all-rounded weapon. Added to the fact that Dos Anjos is slightly thicker, he should be able to absorb some punches rather easily, allowing him to go the distance in the fight, if need be.
Verdict and Prediction: While McGregor’s nice timing, long reach, great conditioning and striking power will be tough for his opponent to handle, along with his oft-annoying exuberance; Dos Anjos is a bigger man with a wider variety of weapons to use against Connor. With that, my early MMA pick is that Dos Anjos will emerge victorious. My Early Prediction: Dos Anjos wins by second round TKO.
How to Bet on HOLM vs. TATE Betting Lines
Following her earth-shaking victory over the then-unbeaten Ronda Rousey last November at UFC 193, women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm will be hoping to make her first title defense in a winning fashion. That is, however, easier said than done, as Holm will be going against an in-form Miesha Tate, who enters this fight riding a four-fight winning streak, including the win over Jessica Eye in her last fight in July 2015.
Tate doesn’t have the power and size of Holm (or Rousey), but she is very technically sound, particularly in coordinating her attacks in the stand-up striking department. In addition, Tate is also quite good with her take-down efficiency, along with an excellent ability to work high in the clinch or alternatively shift low for double-leg and single-legs. Added to the fact that Tate will come into this fight well-conditioned, there’s no doubt that she will be able to keep things close, if not deliver an unlikely upset. After all, nearly all of Holm’s fights have seen close results.
For Holm, her bulrush routine—which she often combines with a great sense of distance and strong counter-attacking skills—makes her arguably the toughest fighter to plan against in the division. Not to mention, she has very solid stand-up striking, something that we saw in her fight over Rousey. Then, of course, there is the fact that she is this big mammoth of a lady, so taking her down is never easy. Add her ability to absorb some punches without taking much damage, Tate will have to be on her blitzing-best if she is to upset the highly-confident champ.
Verdict and Prediction: Tate does her thing and makes this fight as competitive as possible, but Holm lands more strikes to walk away with a decision victory. My Early Prediction: Holm wins by Unanimous Decision.
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