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Old School Meets New School
Watch out, Conor Mcgregor. There’s a hot new Irish prospect in the UFC that’s making waves. “Irish Joe” Duffy – 14-1, 4 KOs, 9 SUBs – the last man to beat McGregor, will meet Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier – 18-4, 9 KOs, 6 SUBs – in the headlining bout of UFC Fight Night 76. Coincidentally, it was McGregor’s beating of Poirier that launched the superstar into elite status....
It’s hard to remember a time when the UFC’s lightweight class wasn’t loaded with talent, and that’s still very much the case today. However, there isn’t a standout who seems poised to dominate the division in the way that B.J. Penn once did. But even without a superstar leading the way, the 155-pound field looks set for years to come....
As 2015 winds down, the UFC has absolutely loaded the year-end calendar with huge fights that already have many MMA fans buzzing.And because these matchups come with so much hype, you know that we’ve got you covered with early odds that you can bet on now. Check out some of the biggest bouts we’ve got lines for now, and try not to drool....
After nearly two years on the sidelines, veteran heavyweight contender Josh Barnett – 33-7, 8 KOs, 20 SUBs – will return to the octagon. “The Warmaster” literally has some heavy lifting to do, as he’ll face knockout artist Roy “Big Country” Nelson – 20-11, 13 KOs, 5 SUBs – in one of Japan’s largest stadiums....
45-year old Dan Henderson – 31-13, 15 KOs, 2 SUBs – and 38-year old Vitor Belfort – 24-11, 17 KOs, 3 SUBs are meeting for the third time at UFC Fight Night 77, with their rivalry spanning back to the glory days of Pride Fighting Championships. And with over 30 KOs between them, you can expect one of these living legends to have his consciousness removed before the final bell....
The welterweight division is stacked with elite fighters in their primes, but there’s no single fighter who looks like he could dominate the division like Georges St. Pierre. It adds up to an extremely volatile situation, making it one of the promotion’s most exciting weight classes....
There’s no denying that Conor McGregor has put the featherweight division in the spotlight like none before him. Although the 145-pound class has never had a problem drumming up interest, unlike the flyweight division, it’s never been a premier draw – even with a dominant champion like Jose Aldo. That has quickly changed....
UFC 192 is quickly shaping up to be the most loaded card of the fall season. Headlined by a light heavyweight championship bout between Daniel Cormier and Alexander Gustaffson, the main card also features two title eliminators and a pivotal flyweight clash.So of course Bookmaker’s got you covered with early odds you can bet on now....
UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey – 12-0, 3 KOs, 9 SUBs – has always been a very expensive bet, and that’s not changing in her next title defense no matter who she faces. Previously slated to face rival Miesha Tate, the UFC has changed course and booked “Rowdy” against undefeated Holly Holm – 9-0, 6 KOs. Now she’s an even bigger favorite....
Brazilian prospect Tiago Trator – 19-5-2, 7 KOs, 6 SUBs – will fill in for Andre Fili to fight Clay Collard – 14-6, 8 KOs, 2 SUBs – at UFC 191. Trator will have less than a month to prepare for the fight. Both featherweights are in desperate need of a win as relative UFC newcomers trying to earn stability with the promotion....
Raquel Pennington – 5-5, 1 KO, 2 SUBs – finally has an opponent at UFC 191. After Leslie Smith and Liz Carmouche both withdrew from the bout due to injuries, Jessica Andrade – 13-4, 4 KOs, 6 SUBs – has stepped up on short notice. And that’s not a good thing for Pennington....
Casual UFC fans might not recognize the names of John Lineker – 25-7, 12 KOs, 3 SUBs – and Francisco Rivera – 11-4, 8 KOs – but many hardcore enthusiasts are touting their UFC 191 matchup as an early darkhorse candidate for Fight of the Night. These are two high-level strikers that throw heavy heat – what more do you need?...
Anthony “Rumble” Johnson – 19-5, 13 KOs – is the most powerful puncher at 205, hands down. So naturally, the UFC is pitting him against a man who’s also known for concussive power: British slugger Jimi Manuwa – 15-1, 13 KOs, 1 SUB. Yup, this one’s gonna be a barnburner, and is the early favorite for Fight of the Night at UFC 191....
When it comes to the UFC’s most dominant champions, Demetrious Johnson – 22-2, 4 KOs, 9 SUBS – is right up there with Ronda Rousey and Jon Jones. Now that he’s lapped the field, “Mighty Mouse” will defend the man that gave him his toughest flyweight test to date, the powerful John Dodson – 17-6, 8 KOs, 2 SUBS....
It’s tough to make an impression in the crowded lightweight division, but Paul Felder – 10-1, 7 KOs – is making people take notice. Although he’s coming off a close loss to Edson Barboza, Felder will get an opportunity to right the ship against a respected veteran in Ross Pearson – 17-9, 7 KOs, 5 SUBs – when the two meet at UFC 194 in Las Vegas....
Jan Blachowicz’ – 18-4, 5 KOs, 7 SUBs – night at UFC 194 just got a lot easier – and a lot less relevant. Once slated to meet contender Anthony Johnson, the Pole will now meet TUF 19 winner Corey Anderson – 5-1, 3 KOs – due to some lineup shuffling. Opportunity now knocks for Anderson, who could break into the top-15 with a victory....
Andrei Arlovski – 24-10, 17 KOs, 3 SUBs – is doing his best Robbie Lawler impression as the heavyweight Cinderella Man. Once written off as a over-the-hill former champion, “The Pit Bull” is on the cusp of another title shot, with three straight wins since returning to the UFC. Now, he faces the resurgent Frank Mir – 18-0, 5 KOs, 9 SUBs – to inch closer to the top of the mountain....
Cain Velasquez – 13-2, 11 KOs – is getting an opportunity that not many are afforded.The former heavyweight champion has been granted an immediate rematch against Fabricio Werdum – 20-5, 6 KOs, 10 SUBs – and the chance to become a three-time heavyweight champion. And despite being thoroughly beaten by the Brazilian, Velasquez has opened as the early favorite....
Paige VanZant – 5-1, 1 KO, 1 SUB – is eager to keep proving that she’s more than just a pretty face.Already a star with just six pro fights, VanZant will look to inch closer to a title shot when she steps into the ring against Alex Chambers – 5-2, 2 KOs, 2 SUBs. Oddsmakers aren’t giving Chambers much of a shot to derail “12-Gauge’s” hype train....
UFC 191: Johnson vs. Dodson II might not be the event that everyone’s talking about, but it’s got a title fight, a heavyweight contender bout, a guaranteed slugfest between top light heavyweights, and a rising star in the women’s division.There’s not much more you can ask for – not every card can have Ronda Rousey or Conor McGregor. Let’s take a look at some of the bigger storylines....
Fresh off of dethroning Anthony Pettis in an upset few people saw coming, Rafael dos Anjos – 24-7, 4 KOs, 8 SUBs – will defend his newly earned title belt against the division’s hottest fighter, Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone – 28-6, 5 KOs, 15 SUBs.Amazingly, the fight marks the first title challenge for Cowboy, who’s hung around the top-10 for years....
Once upon a time, the UFC’s light heavyweight division was considered the promotion’s premier division. It was the home of the UFC’s biggest stars and most intriguing matchups.These 205-pounders offered it all: the fascination we all have with big men with the speed and agility of lighter weights. Unfortunately, that’s a far cry from where it stands today....
“The Last Emperor” is coming back. Fedor Emelianenko – 34-4, 10 KOs, 16 SUBs – widely considered the greatest heavyweight of all time, set the MMA world abuzz with his announcement that he was back in training and looking to return to competition. And guess what? He’s currently in talks with the UFC, who at one point offered him the richest contract in promotional history to fight inside the octagon.There are no shortage of fighters who would love that bout, so it’s time to speculate a few matchups and odds projections....
Two of the world’s best 170-pounders will square off for the right to to be the next title challenger. Former welterweight champion Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks – 17-3, 8 KOs, 1 SUB – and top contender Tryon Woodley – 15-3, 5 KOs, 5 SUBs – will meet in a title eliminator at UFC 192 in Houston.While this fight might be flying under the radar in lieu of a barrage of high-profile matchmaking, this is a bout you don’t want to sleep on....
The UFC will once again attempt to put together one of the biggest fights possible: longtime featherweight champ Jose Aldo – 25-1, 14 KOs, 2 SUBs – will meet brash Irish superstar Conor McGregor – 18-2, 16 KOs, 1 SUB – now an interim champion, at UFC 194 in Las Vegas.The fight is expected to eclipse 1 million pay-per-view buys, a feat the promotion has accomplished just a handful of times....
