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UFC 257: Poirier vs. McGregor betting odds and preview
Conor McGregor is back, but can Dustin Poirier spoil his comeback party?
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UFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs. Magny betting odds and preview
The UFC returns to Fight Island on Wednesday, Jan. 20 as Michael Chiesa and Neil Magny collide in what should be an excellent welterweight showdown.
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UFC: Max Holloway vs. Calvin Kattar betting odds and preview
The UFC will return to Fight Island for a featherweight clash between Max Holloway and Calvin Kattar on Saturday night.
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UFC 257: What to expect from Poirier vs. McGregor
Conor McGregor will make his grand return on Saturday, Jan. 23 at UFC 257 against rival Dustin Poirier. Let’s take a look at what’s at stake ahead of their bout.
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The 5 MMA fights we want to see in 2021
From Weili Zhang vs. Joanna Jędrzejczyk to Israel Adesanya vs. Jan Blachowicz, these are the top five fights MMA fans can look forward to in 2021.
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MMA year in review: The 5 fights that shaped 2020
No sport did more to bring some normalcy to the world in 2020 than the UFC. Join us as we look back at the past 12 months and rank the five most memorable fights.
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UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Neal betting odds and pick
A changing of the guard at the top of the welterweight ranks may be at hand, with Stephen Thompson set to face off against Geoff Neal in a scintillating UFC Fight Night main event.
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The five best betting props for UFC 256
The last major UFC card of 2020 is right around the corner on Saturday, Dec. 12. Let’s take a look at a few betting props that will make you the biggest winner at UFC 256!
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UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno betting odds and preview
Deivison Figueiredo (20-1) and Brandon Moreno (18-5-1) decided to skip the training camp and prepare to face each other less than one month after their previous bouts.
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UFC 256: Ferguson vs. Oliveira betting odds and preview
With his title hopes derailed, Tony Ferguson (26-4) hopes to get back on track against the streaking Charles Oliveira (29-8) at UFC 256 on Saturday.
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UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Vettori betting odds and preview
Marvin Vettori (15-4-1) steps in for a major opportunity against top-ranked middleweight Jack Hermansson (21-5-0) on Saturday, Dec. 5 at UFC Fight Night.
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UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Lewis betting odds and preview
The heavyweight division’s best striker faces off against its premier takedown specialist when Derrick Lewis (24-7) confronts Curtis Blaydes (14-2) at UFC Fight Night on Saturday, Nov. 28.
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The 5 best betting props for UFC 255
A sibling dynasty, old rivals, and new blood take to the cage on Saturday, Nov. 21 for UFC 255. Here are the five best betting props to help you bring home the green.
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UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez betting odds and preview
The main event of UFC 255 on Saturday, Nov. 21 pits flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo against the streaking Alex Perez. BetAmerica has the betting odds and pick for the night’s headlining attraction.
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Ariane Lipski will steal the show at UFC 255
Antonina Shevchenko hopes to notch the biggest win of her career against Ariane Lipski. Unfortunately for Shevchenko, it is time for Lipski to step into the spotlight.
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MMA fighting styles explained: Which approach is best?
Mixed martial arts is not a style in of itself, but a melting pot of varying disciplines and techniques. Let’s take a look at the more common styles seen in the octagon and discuss what makes them effective.
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UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos odds and preview
A crossroads clash with major implications takes center stage on Saturday, Nov. 14 when Paul Felder faces off against Rafael Dos Anjos in the main event of UFC Fight Night 183.
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Five MMA fights that deserved a rematch
Thanks to the condensed nature of MMA, a two- or three-fight series between elite competitors always seems to be in the cards. Even so, there are fights that missed the sequel treatment.
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MMA rules explained: What you can and can't do in the octagon
BetAmerica takes a look at the MMA rule book to give fans a better idea of what separates a professional MMA fight from a brawl.
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UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Teixeira odds and preview
Thiago Santos (21-7-0) finally makes his return to the octagon on Saturday, Nov. 7 after nearly two years off from injury. Before he can resume his quest for a light heavyweight title, he’ll have to face off against the streaking Glover Teixeira (31-7-0) in the main event of UFC Fight Night at UFC APEX in Las Vegas.
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The scariest fighters in MMA history
MMA has had its share of terrifying champions and spine-chilling punchers, and since Halloween is right around the corner, it’s the right time of year to give these fighters their due.
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UFC Fight Night: Anderson Silva vs. Uriah Hall odds and pick
The legendary career of Anderson Silva is coming to an end, and Silva intends on going out with a bang at the expense of Uriah Hall.
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Anderson's Silva's most devastating knockouts
With the career of Anderson "The Spider" Silva nearing its conclusion, let's takes a look at his five biggest knockout wins, ahead of his upcoming clash with Uriah Hall.
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The best betting props for UFC 254
BetAmerica analyst Danny Howard shares his five favorite MMA betting props for UFC 254 from Fight Island.
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UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje preview and pick
The long awaited showdown between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje is finally upon us. This lightweight title fight headlines UFC 254, and someone will leave Fight Island a broken heap.
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5 storylines to watch ahead of UFC 254
UFC 254 features a long-awaited showdown that carries huge implications for the sport, along with other interesting subplots. Let's take a look at some of the more intriguing storylines going into the event.
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UFC Fight Night: Brian Ortega vs. Chan Sung Jung odds and pick
The Korean Zombie returns to the octagon, and this fan favorite finds himself against an opponent who shares the same kill-or-be-killed attitude as he does.
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UFC Fight Night preview: Marlon Moraes vs. Cory Sandhagen
Let's take a look at the matchup between Marlon Moraes and Cory Sandhagen, who will face off in the main event of UFC Fight Night.
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UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Aldana odds, pick & prediction
Holly Holm is fighting to stay relevant, while Irene Aldana is waiting in the wings, ready to pounce on the former champion and stake her claim as an elite fighter.
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UFC 253: The best betting props and picks
Isreal Adesanya and Paulo Costa may be the headlining act, but there is plenty of action abound for UFC 253 on Saturday. BetAmerica has the props worth checking out before fight night.
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UFC 253: Adesanya vs. Costa odds and preview
One of the UFC's top pound-for-pound talents faces off against a surging contender in a high-stakes showdown as Israel Adesanya faces Paulo Costa in the main event of UFC 253 on Saturday, Sept. 26.
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5 athletes that crossed over to MMA
From Brock Lesnar to Jose Canseco, we look at five superstar athletes who crossed over to the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.
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UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley odds and preview
If you mix a shot of redemption with a healthy serving of bad blood, you’ll get the main event of UFC Fight Night: Colby Covington vs.Tyron Woodley.
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UFC Fight Night: Waterson vs. Hill odds and preview
Though COVID-19 claimed the original main event, the ladies of the strawweight division take center stage at UFC Fight Night on Saturday, Sept. 12 when Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill face off.
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UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs. Sakai odds and preview
Alistair Overeem continues to keep father time at bay, but will the emerging Augusto Sakai be the one who reminds him that time waits for no man? This heavyweight crossroads clash serves as a high-octane UFC Fight Night main event.
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UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Rakic odds and preview
Anthony Smith and Aleksandar Rakic clash in a crossroads bout that will narrow down the field of contenders in a wide open light heavyweight division. Can Rakic get it done? Or will Smith pull off a huge upset?
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3 key takeaways from UFC 252
UFC 252 was a night of blood, guts and glory. In the aftermath of a card filled with dramatic upsets, shock submissions and the end of a great rivalry, let's take a look at the takeaways from the amazing event.
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The 5 best betting props for UFC 252
The best trilogy of the modern MMA era comes to an end as Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier face off for the third and final time. While the eyes of the MMA world are rightfully on the main event, here are some props across the entire card that is too good to turn down.
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UFC 252: Miocic vs. Cormier preview
Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic will face off for the third time Saturday, Aug. 15 at UFC 252, and it’s not just the heavyweight title that is on the line.
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Boxing: Terri Harper vs. Natasha Jonas odds and preview
It will be a big night for British boxing when Terri Harper and Natasha Jonas face off for Harper’s super featherweight title on Friday, August 7.
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UFC Fight Night: Derek Brunson vs. Edmen Shahbazyan preview
Rising middleweight prospect Edmen Shahbazyan is taking a huge step towards legitimacy as he faces off against the tried and tested Derek Brunson.
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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till preview and pick
Two of the world's best middleweight best strikers square off in a fight to remain in the upper tier of the division as Robert Whittaker faces off against Darren Till on Saturday, July 25 from Yas Island.
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UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez 2 preview
In what could be the last chance for a storied gatekeeper to win a world title, Joseph Benavidez prepares for a high-stakes rematch against former conqueror Deiveson Figueiredo. We have the inside take on what to expect.
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The best betting props for UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs. Ige
Calvin Kattar and Dan Ige headline Wednesday night's festivities at Fight Island, but the card is also stacked with fighters from all walks of life. Here are the props to keep your eye on before the big night of action.
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UFC Fight Night: Calvin Kattar vs. Dan Ige preview
Two fighters with mean streak and leaky defense will face off when Calvin Kattar tries to maintain his momentum against the streaking Dan Ige, in what should be a brutal UFC Fight Night main event July 15.
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UFC 251: Masvidal vs. Usman preview
By chance, Fight Island now has the main event everyone has been waiting for! Kamaru Usman will defend his welterweight title against Jorge Masvidal in a fight that has captivated the MMA universe for more than a year.
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UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Burns preview
Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman will face off against the streaking Gilbert Burns in the main event of this fascinating card, and it is a fight that can go down to the wire.
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Bet Mixed Martial Arts with BetAmerica
Are you a fan of watching a variety of martial art styles in a single bout? Whether you enjoy Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, Greco-Roman wrestling or straight freestyle, MMA is the sport for you. It combines a dazzling mixture of athleticism, discipline and raw power all packed into one sizzling event. BetAmerica offers odds, props, and futures for UFC and Bellator, the MMA’s top two promotions.
MMA Moneyline Betting
Betting on the MMA moneyline is straightforward as you're simply picking the winner. In most cases, there will be a favorite and an underdog listed for each MMA match. Placing a bet on the favorite will offer a lower payout, while placing a bet on an underdog will offer a higher payout. The MMA moneyline is typically listed based on the bet required to win $100 if betting on the favorite vs. the potential win for a bet of $100 placed on the underdog.
MMA Futures Betting
The futures market for MMA focuses primarily on the bigger Pay Per View events, title holders, weight class champions and other important milestones. These are usually long term investments that require a little more foresight and a lot more patience. The main event favorite usually begins around +500 and ends around +300 by the time fight night arrives. A longshot would be any fighter that has +2000 odds to win an MMA title fight.
Where to Bet on MMA
Residents of Indiana, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania can enjoy legal MMA betting at BetAmerica. You'll find a wide selection of odds, props, and futures to wager on throughout the year. And don't forget to visit BetAmerica Extra regularly for the best MMA betting advice from our dedicated team of experts.
MMA Betting Strategy
BetAmerica is your one-stop source for the best MMA betting strategy on the Web. Check out our match previews and analysis, learn how to bet on MMA, and enjoy expert coverage of the biggest events in UFC and Bellator from our featured columnists.
MMA Best Bets
Making the best bets on the MMA requires research, patience, and a deep understanding of the sport. Our experts take many MMA betting factors into account including injuries, scheduling, matchups, styles, past performance, and a variety of analytical trends. You can find the latest UFC stats and facts here.
MMA Betting Tips
Check out BetAmerica's daily MMA coverage for the best Mixed Martial Arts betting tips on the market. Our in-house experts offer MMA online betting advice and MMA betting strategy for a wide range of events throughout the year including UFC Fight Nights and UFC and Bellator title matches. They analyze the latest trends and serve up the best MMA bets available on the market.
