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Annie is a seasoned veteran in sports betting and has been working in the industry for over 7 years. Her goal of educating others and sharing her knowledge on the topic has brought her to VegasOdds.com where she regularly contributes to our cornerstone guides and news to help readers improve their sports betting game. If you don’t find her writing, you can bet she’ll be studying sports stats!

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UFC 317: Terrance McKinney vs. Viacheslav Borshchev Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 28)

Last weekend, 10 of the 12 UFC fights lasted until the final bell. Our prediction is that it’s going to be different on June 28, when we should witness several spectacular KOs. One fight in which we’re almost certain a knockout will happen is Terrance McKinney vs. Viacheslav Borshchev. This lightweight showdown is one of […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 317: Viviane Araújo vs. Tracy Cortez Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 28)

The only women’s MMA bout at UFC 317 features a gritty Flyweight clash between Viviane Araújo and Tracy Cortez. The prelim bout goes down on Saturday, June 28, inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with action starting in the afternoon. Odds favor Cortez, but don’t be too quick to count Vivi out. She’s a 38-year-old […]

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UFC 317: Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 28)

UFC 317’s co-main event brings a Flyweight title scrap between reigning champ Alexandre Pantoja and challenger Kai Kara-France. The action goes down Saturday, June 28, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Odds favor the champ, but don’t count “Don’t Blink” out just yet. If there’s someone who can stage upsets in the Flyweight division, it’s […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 317: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 28)

Topuria vs. Oliveira odds suggest that the former 145lb champ will get ahold of the Lightweight title at UFC 317 in Vegas on Saturday, June 28. “El Matador” is priced at -500, the main reason being that he’s 16-0 overall. But he needs to stay humble and respect his next opponent. Otherwise, he might get […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Baku: Rafael Fiziev vs. Ignacio Bahamondes Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 21)

Rafael Fiziev vs. Ignacio Bahamondes goes down this Saturday, June 21, at Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan as the co-main event of UFC on ABC 8. It’s a classic striker vs. striker battle between a Muay Thai maestro famous for some Matrix-style moves (Fiziev) and a guy who lands 7.09 significant strikes per minute (Bahamondes) […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Baku: Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 21)

The UFC Baku main event is a must-win for both Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr., two former UFC Ligh Heavyweight title challengers. They both lost to Alex Pereira in the fight for the title but are still flying high in the divisional rankings. The loser of the June 21 fight, however, could plummet in […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Atlanta: Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 14)

Rose Namajunas is back in action, and she’s walking into UFC Atlanta as a -265 favorite over Miranda Maverick (+225). The fight goes down Saturday, June 14, at State Farm Arena, co-headlining the card that features Usman vs. Buckley. How to Watch Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick Odds Fighter Odds Rose Namajunas -265 Miranda Maverick […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Atlanta: Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jun 14)

Kamaru Usman is in dangerous territory, coming off three straight losses and stepping into the cage as a +225 underdog against a younger, hungrier Joaquin Buckley (-265). But calling it a wrap for The Nigerian Nightmare might be premature. Keep reading this Usman vs. Buckley preview to see why we think a betting upset is […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 316: Ariane da Silva vs. Wang Cong Preview, Odds, Prediction

Ariane da Silva vs. Wang Cong is one of the most exciting UFC 316 prelims on June 7. This is a fight between two Women’s Flyweight fighters who are (still) dreaming of glory. Ariane da Silva (nee Lipski) is determined to end her losing skid as another defeat would mean losing a place among the […]

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UFC 316: Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer Preview, Odds, Prediction

Last year, Joe Pyfer stepped up to the punch machine and delivered a ridiculous shot that registered 170,218 units, which is about 32% harder than Francis Ngannou’s best. While the PowerKube machine isn’t exactly gospel in combat sports, it still shows one thing clearly: Pyfer hits like a truck. Just ask Marc-André Barriault and he’ll […]

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UFC 316: Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison Preview, Odds, Prediction

Is Kayla Harrison the toughest woman in the world? If she is, she needs to prove it on June 7 at Prudential Center in Newark. She needs to slam Julianna Peña and take the UFC Women’s Bantamweight belt from her. UFC 316 odds suggest she’ll do it, but what do we think? Read this Peña […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 316: Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili Preview, Odds, Prediction

Our Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili prediction is that a betting upset will happen on June 7. Sugar O’Malley is the underdog with UFC 316 odds of +250, the reason being that he got controlled by Merab for the entire five rounds in their first fight. But we suspect he’s learned his lesson and is […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Vegas 107: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Ludovit Klein Preview, Odds, Prediction

Mateusz Gamrot and Ludovit Klein are set to battle in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 107 on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Gamrot is second all-time in takedowns among UFC lightweights, while Klein owns the best takedown defense in the division. Something’s gotta give – but what? Read […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Vegas 107: Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber Preview, Odds, Prediction

Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber are set to clash in the main event of UFC Vegas 107 on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This bout is pivotal in the women’s flyweight division, as the winner could get a shot at the title in the future. This goes especially if […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Vegas 106: Paul Craig vs. Rodolfo Bellato Preview, Odds, Prediction

Paul Craig vs. Rodolfo Bellato odds suggest Bellato will run through Craig on May 17 in Vegas. He’s a -500 favorite to inflict the Scotsman his fourth loss in a row. However, Craig is famous for being a giant-slayer. The best example is that he once defeated Magomed Ankalaev despite being priced at +500. Can […]

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UFC Vegas 106: Gilbert Burns vs. Michael Morales Preview, Odds, Prediction

Gilbert Burns vs. Michael Morales odds suggest “Durinho” will lose for a fourth time in a row. Bookmakers expect him to get steamrolled by Morales, who’s 17-0 overall with 12 wins by KO/TKO. Will he get another finish this coming Saturday? Keep reading this UFC Vegas 106 preview to see our prediction. How to Watch […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 315: Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi Preview, Odds, Prediction

Jose Aldo is a UFC legend, a two-time champ who decided to come out of retirement a few years ago, and who’s looked pretty decent in the Octagon since. However, he did lose his last fight – by a split decision – which is why the UFC 315 fight is a must-win for him. But […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 315: Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot Preview, Odds, Prediction

Valentina Shevchenko defends her UFC Women’s Flyweight title at UFC 315, but the odds are against her. She’s a legend of women’s MMA, yet bookmakers list her at +139, favoring Manon Fiorot (-155) to take the belt. How to Watch Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot Odds Fighter Odds Valentina Shevchenko +121 Manon Fiorot -141 Valentina […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC 315: Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena Preview, Odds, Prediction

If there’s one thing that no one can argue that Belal Muhammad is superior to Jack Della Maddalena, it’s wrestling. However, the defending champ has promised not to land a single takedown on May 10. Should we trust him? More importantly, will Della Maddalena trust him, or is this a trap he’s gonna fall into? […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read

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UFC Des Moines: Yana Santos vs. Miesha Tate Preview, Odds, Prediction

Yana Santos vs. Miesha Tate is a clash between two legends of women’s MMA. Santos is a hell of a striker, while Tate has incredible grappling/wrestling skills. They’re both in their mid-to-late 30s, which is why the UFC Des Moines fight is of super importance for both. How to Watch Yana Santos vs. Miesha Tate […]

Annie Adkins 2 min read