Announcement: Conor McGregor is considered as the less favored contender.
The primary message for bettors in Mountain State regarding UFC 264 is the culmination of McGregor’s trilogy with Dustin Poirier on Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
After a long time, McGregor finds himself as the unexpected contender in betting for the first time since his 2015 match against Jose Aldo. Remarkably, he emerged victorious in that fight within the first round.
McGregor, a figure whose fame extends beyond the boundaries of his sport, experienced a significant setback in January. Referred to as “Notorious,” he was defeated by Poirier in the second round via TKO, despite being heavily favored with odds of -305 according to DraftKings Sportsbook West Virginia. It is worth noting that McGregor had previously secured a victory over Poirier in the first round during their 2014 encounter.
The books are convinced that the last McGregor-Poirier bout was not a fluke.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the card includes the DraftKings odds.
- Conor McGregor (-103) will face off against Duston Poirier (-125).
- Gilbert Burns is listed as the underdog at +126, while Stephen Thompson is favored at -155.
- Greg Hardy (+115) is set to face off against Tai Tuivassa (-143) in an upcoming match.
- The odds for the Irene Aldana vs. Yana Kunitskaya fight are -120 for Aldana and -105 for Kunitskaya.
- In the upcoming fight, Sean O’Malley is listed as a heavy favorite with odds of -835, while Kris Moutinho is considered the underdog with odds of +525.
- Jennifer Maia is the favorite at -200 in her upcoming fight against Jessica Eye, who is the underdog at +162.
Preliminaries:
- Max Griffin is the favorite at odds of -190, while Carlos Griffin is the underdog with odds of +150.
- The matchup is between Michael Pereira, the favorite at -162, and Niki Price, the underdog at +130.
- Ilia Topuria is favored at -250 in the match against Ryan Hall, who is the underdog at +195.
- The match-up between Driscus DuPlessis and Trevin Giles has odds of -118 for DuPlessis and -106 for Giles.
How to Watch:
- The Early Preliminaries will commence at 6:15 p.m. and can be viewed on UFC Fight Pass.
- The preliminary round begins at 8 p.m. and can be viewed on either ESPN or ESPN+.
- The main card will commence at 10 p.m. and can be purchased on ESPN+.
UFC 264 Betting At WV Sportsbooks
Be on the lookout for promotions and increased odds at the top sportsbooks in West Virginia. DraftKings and FanDuel WV have gained a reputation for providing enticing offers and better betting odds before McGregor fights.
The individual known as “Notorious” has been the main attraction in five out of the six top-grossing UFC pay-per-view events, setting a record alongside Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229. Additionally, he played a significant role in generating 4.3 million purchases when he faced off against the renowned Floyd Mayweather in a boxing match in 2017, despite losing the bout.
According to Forbes, McGregor earned a reported $180 million in 2021, making him the world’s top-earning athlete.
In 2018, he made another appearance on the list, securing the fourth spot with a reported income of $99 million.
How motivated is McGregor with such a large sum of money? Is he considered an older 32-year-old? McGregor’s 33rd birthday falls on July 14.
In their previous clash, McGregor unleashed a series of powerful strikes on Poirier during the opening round.
However, McGregor was weakened by Poirier’s precise leg kicks during the second round, causing his movement to slow down. As a result, McGregor appeared exhausted and vulnerable when Poirier unleashed a barrage of attacks in the latter half of the second round.
Poirier’s victory was an unmistakable barrage of punches, providing fuel for optimism that he will triumph once more.
Examining UFC 264 Odds
The focal point of the occasion is a grand feast dedicated to betting.
Both fighters have outstanding moneyline odds, leading to fluctuating betting activity. Smart gamblers are patiently waiting for the most favorable odds on each fighter before placing their bets.
McGregor’s bettors consistently bring down the betting odds whenever he reaches a slightly favorable position around +110. However, even when McGregor’s odds turn negative, he still remains a more lucrative option compared to Poirier.
According to the books, this fight is expected to end before reaching the full distance. With the first two fights ending in stoppages, there is a chance for bettors to make profitable prop bets by accurately predicting the specific round in which the fight concludes.
The How Fight Will End prop offered by FanDuel is quite appealing.
The odds for a KO/TKO stand at -250, while a points verdict is at +310 and a submission is at +650.
The approach used by FanDuel to determine the odds of winning.
McGregor:
- KO/TKO +150
- Points +750
- Submission +2600
Poirier:
- KO/TKO +195
- Points +550
- Submission +750
If you focus on the potential final round, you can increase your profits. Here’s an exciting option to consider.
If you consider the outcome of the previous fight in round 2,
- The probability of McGregor winning by KO/TKO in that particular round is +650.
- The probability of Poirier winning by KO/TKO in that particular round is +700.
- Either fighter has a +340 chance of winning by KO/TKO.
Other rounds offer comparable odds.
Adjustments For Each Fighter
In order to avoid the punishing leg kicks that hindered him, McGregor should focus on incorporating more lateral movements and angles into his fighting style.
Poirier must capitalize on the confidence he gained from defeating the fighter who had previously defeated him.
McGregor’s recent record shows three wins and three losses in his last six fights, indicating a lack of dominance in his performance.
The co-main event presents an excellent opportunity for betting enthusiasts.
Thompson and Burns have fair moneyline odds, with Thompson being favored even though he holds the fourth rank in the welterweight class by the UFC, while Burns holds the second rank.
In February, division champion Kamaru Usman brought Burns’ last fight to a halt.
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