If you’re new to MMA betting, there are a few things to keep in mind before you place your first bet. In addition to knowing your opponent, MMA betting involves doing your research. This includes researching the fighter’s history, recent performances, divisional rankings, and physical attributes. You can also learn about the opponent’s recent injuries, as well as the fighter’s training routine. Ultimately, your decision-making process will depend on how much you know about each fighter.
One of the main features of MMA betting is that you can bet on a specific fight event, such as the number of punches a fighter will land, or the color of his shirt when he walks into the ring. While most of these prop bets aren’t that exciting, some of them have surprisingly high value. For example, if you staked $100 on Kamaru Usman to win by way of submission in the second round, you would receive 400% of your initial stake and $300 if he loses.
Another type of MMA betting involves the Total Rounds bet. This is very similar to betting on the number of rounds in an NFL game. You bet on the number of rounds a match will last, and sportsbooks generally don’t expect a fight to go past one round. For this reason, Total Rounds odds are often a little higher than they are for the fight to go to six rounds, and they’re based on implied probability rather than round count.
MMA is a popular sport and betting on it isn’t that different. The majority of bookmakers will take action on UFC events, but you’ll also find plenty of opportunities with other, smaller MMA events. And, as with any other sports, MMA betting is not a risk-free activity, so keep your head up! So, when you’re looking to place your bet, keep in mind that the over/under odds will often be very hard to predict.
MMA matches are split into weight classes and divisions. The UFC lists each fighter’s weight and age as well as the matchup’s overall ratings. The UFC typically lists the best fighters in each division. Catchweight MMA bouts are when a fighter misses their weight class and is forced to fight at a weight class above their opponent’s. If you’re unsure about the odds for a particular fight, you can bet on the money line.
One of the first things bettors look at when sizing up UFC betting odds is the fighter’s record. This is important because the record can be misleading. It’s difficult to know how good a fighter is by simply looking at their wins. If a fighter has a mediocre record against one opponent, the odds on that fighter are unlikely to be as high. Moreover, the odds on a knockout loss are much higher than for a knockout winner.
If you’re new to MMA betting, be sure to familiarize yourself with the odds. In the US, odds are often listed in the form of American Odds (+200, +350, -150, or -200). The odds are typically based on the sportsbooks’ local market, but they can also be adjusted. The odds for a heavyweight match, for example, are usually higher than those of a lightweight fight.
