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Betting odds work in mysterious methods.
Certainly, I don’t suppose many would have predicted that Rafael Fiziev would open as the favourite over Justin Gaethje. The just lately put collectively UFC 313 co-main occasion is lower than two weeks away, and Fiziev simply accepted the bout on Wednesday! Not solely will this be Fiziev’s first bout again since tearing his ACL, however the two have already fought beforehand … and Gaethje gained the choice! Their first combat occurred in March 2023 at UFC 286, which means it’s been simply lower than two full years since Gaethje bloodied up “Ataman.”
Regardless of all these obvious negatives, Fiziev has extensively opened as the favourite forward of their rematch. For instance, DraftKings lists Fiziev at -135 in comparison with a +114 comeback on Gaethje. That’s not an enormous hole, however it’s nonetheless pretty shocking given the historical past and circumstance.
Again when the duo first fought, Fiziev was really a significant favourite at greater than two-to-one odds. Certainly some Gaethje bettors gained massive that night, and maybe lightning strikes twice right here? In fact, there’s all the time the possibility that the oddsmakers know extra first than meets the attention.
What say you, Maniacs? Is there cash to be made with this line?
Insomnia
Khalil Rountree working with an skilled Muay Thai coach looks like an excellent mixture.
Christian Knowles pronounces he would be the hanging coach for Khalil Rountree Jr’s upcoming combat towards Jamahal Hill.
Knowles can be the pinnacle coach of ONE Kickboxing Champion, Jonathan Haggerty & WBC Heavyweight Muay Thai Champion, Lyndon Knowles
Lyndon Knowles will… pic.twitter.com/H1G0353Xte
— COMBAT SPORTS TODAY (@CSTodayNews) February 27, 2025
Mateusz Gamrot wished the Gaethje combat, however he’s as an alternative getting dunked on by Fiziev and referred to as out by streaking Ludovit Klein.
Hey @gamer_mma robust luck not getting picked for the co-main occasion of UFC 313, types do make fights, do you suppose your type can problem me? 7 combat unbeaten streak, I really feel like I deserve a shot on the rankings, are you keen to just accept a combat vs me?April/Might i’m prepared @ufc
— Ľudovít “Mr.Spotlight” Klein (@LajoskoMma) February 27, 2025
It’s outrageous that Robert Whittaker vs. Sean Strickland hasn’t occurred but.
Rob Whittaker on Sean Strickland’s trash discuss
“I really feel like trash speaking has misplaced its talent/finesse. There was extra thought concerned, hes simply saying something. It’s crude, it doesn’t pair with something, it’s off subject. Trash speaking is a talent.”
through @SubmissionRadio pic.twitter.com/Cvlf470Hll
— ACD MMA (@acdmma_) February 27, 2025
Heavyweight wrestler vs. striker match up … and so they’re really fairly respectable? Needs to be enjoyable.
A pleasant present of respect between Gaethje and Dustin Poirier.
I used to be simply working again the loopy 48hrs I went via. I used to be not making an attempt to suggest any of you guys wouldn’t combat me. Arman was too heavy, similar with charles. UFC clearly has plans for you at a later date so that they mentioned that’s a no go.
— Justin Gaethje (@Justin_Gaethje) February 27, 2025
All good bro!! Glad you bought a opponent! Cannot wait to look at!!
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) February 27, 2025
Ryan Garcia appears off form and remains to be depraved quick.
Solely the very best on Contenders Collection.
MMA fighters are by no means too removed from randomly wrestling each other. On a associated be aware: has GLF hit up Wanderlei but?
Slips, rips, and KO clips
Shoutout the ex-UFC Mild Heavyweight Tyson Pedro for getting the job performed in his skilled boxing debut.
An amazing instance of staying tight and low with the left hook within the pocket.
Unconscious however propped up by the fence is a nasty spot.
Random Land
An outdated map.
Midnight Music: Nation, 1977
Sleep properly Maniacs! Extra martial arts insanity is all the time on the best way.
