Mixed martial arts betting is one of the fastest growing forms of sports wagering. The UFC continues to lead the pack, regularly hosting televised fight cards and monthly Pay-Per-View events that fill major sports stadiums across the globe. In recent years, MMA has become the world’s most popular form of combative sports. The sport is widely accessible and offers a variety of betting options, including moneyline bets, Over/Under bets, and point spreads. To get the most out of your MMA betting experience, you must understand the different bet types and how to read MMA odds.
The most common MMA betting option is the moneyline bet. Similar to boxing bets, the MMA moneyline bet gives you the odds on which fighter will win a match. Underdogs are displayed with a plus sign and favorites have a minus sign. The greater the minus sign, the more likely it is that the favorite will win the fight.
MMA over/under bets are a great way to add some excitement to your fight betting experience. Over/Under bets are based on the number of rounds a fight will last, with payouts determined by the Over/Under odds. They are a fun way to wager on the outcome of a fight and can increase your winnings significantly. For example, if you bet on the Over 2.5 rounds and the fight lasts three rounds, you will win $140.
A Method of Victory MMA bet allows you to place a wager on how a particular fighter will win a fight, with payouts determined by the moneyline odds. The most common methods of victory in MMA are KO/TKO, submission, and decision. Oftentimes, the MMA betting odds for a method of victory will be reduced by a number of factors, including how long a fighter has been fighting, any injuries they might have, and any fight preparation like weight training that took place in advance of the fight.
Another great way to bet on a fight is to place a parlay bet. This type of MMA bet requires all outcomes to be selected correctly to win, but can offer higher payouts than individual bets on the moneyline or total rounds. Parlays are a riskier option, but can be very rewarding when they are successful.
MMA prop bets are additional wagers that can be placed on any aspect of a fight. They are typically offered well in advance of a fight and are continually adjusted as the fight unfolds. They can include anything from who will throw the first punch, attempt the first submission maneuver, or whether or not the fighters will touch gloves. Many of these bets are based on statistical analysis of fighters’ striking ability, such as their striking accuracy and their strikes landed per minute. Unlike other betting markets, MMA prop bets are not subject to the same level of regulation. As a result, you should always check the rules and regulations of your chosen betting site before placing a prop bet.