BETTING TIPS FOR UFC 272

British MMA star Leon Edwards defends his UFC welterweight title for the second time this weekend when he faces the controversial Colby Covington in the main event of UFC 296 (TNT Sports 1, from 1am). Edwards became just the second Brit to hold a UFC title when he defeated Kamaru Usman by a last-minute KO, landing a kick to the temple whilst being…

Initially opening as a pick'em fight ahead of their eventual title fight - now that Leon Edwards and challenger, Colby Covington have an official date for their long-awaited title showdown, it is the incumbent is closing as a clear betting favorite to successfully defend his crown at UFC 296 in December. Edwards, the current undisputed welterweight…

Oddsmakers have faith that the next UFC title challenger in the welterweight division will get the job done. Despite some criticism from fans and media, Dana White has doubled down that Colby Covington will get the next title shot against reigning champion Leon Edwards. Edwards last defeated his rival and former champion Kamaru Usman in their…

In a welterweight bout on the main card, Gilbert Burns and Jorge Masvidal meet at UFC 287 at Kaseya Center in Miami. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the UFC 287: Burns vs. Masvidal odds, and make our expert picks and predictions. The early prelims are on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. ET, while the prelims can be viewed on ESPN/ESPN+ at 8 p.m. ET.…

Gilbert Burns vs. Jorge Masvidal is scheduled for three rounds in the welterweight division as a featured attraction on the UFC 287 undercard, taking place at the Miami-Dade Arena in Miami, FL. Despite a three-fight losing streak and a laundry list of rivals calling for his head, Masvidal can get into the thick of the title picture with a win over…

2pts Kelvin Gastelum to win by decision at 13/8 (BetVictor) 1pt Alex Pereira to beat Israel Adesanya at 11/10 (General) 1pt Jorge Masvidal to beat Gilbert Burns at 7/2 (General) UFC fans have been treated to a star studded schedule already in 2023, with seven title fights already taking place in the first quarter of the year. The most recent…

Jorge Masvidal's distaste for Colby Covington is well documented. But just because fellow UFC contender Khamzat Chimaev is also a card-carrying member of the anti-Covington club, it doesn't mean that Masvidal and the undefeated Chechen see eye to eye. "I don't give a f***. They're both p******," Masvidal said on The MMA Hour when asked who'd win a…

Taking main event honors in the organization's return to London this weekend, undisputed welterweight champion, Leon Edwards fights on homesoil for the first time in four years - attempting to clinch the trilogy and retain his title against former champion, Kamaru Usman, atop a UFC 286 pay-per-view card. Edwards, the current undisputed welterweight…

The main event at UFC 272 is set to be a great one, as Colby Covington comes up against Jorge Masvidal with both fighters looking to rebound from an L. It's "Chaos" Covington who is the heavy UFC betting favorite and our picks break down why that's right. Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal is the main event for UFC 272 tonight, March 5, from…

It's no secret that Leon Edwards and Jorge Masvidal can't stand one another. It all started after Gamebred sucker punched Rocky after UFC London in 2019. To cash in on the highly publicized feud, the UFC decided to let the two fight it out in the octagon at UFC 269 in December 2021, but the bout was scrapped after Masvidal pulled out due to an…

Like Israel Adesanya, his countryman one weight class up, former champion Kamaru Usman ended his 2022 by losing his title but is favored to win it back and remain welterweight champion by the end of the year. One of the most active champions in recent years, Usman fought and defended his welterweight strap three times in 2021. However, he fought…

Popular rapper Drake lost a huge $275000 bet after gambling on Jorge Masvidal to beat Colby Covington at UFC 272. The odds for Drake's specific bet were unclear, but Covington started a general 2/7 favourite with Masvidal the 5/2 underdog. Given those odds, Drake would have earned close to $1million from his original bet had Masvidal pulled off the…

Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington can't agree on much, but both welterweight contenders promised plenty of violence when they meet on Saturday in the main event of UFC 272. Their long-awaited showdown anchors the pay-per-view portion of the main UFC 272 fight card (10 p.m. ET) from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The former teammates and training…

3pts Colby Covington to win by decision at evens (Betfred) 1pt Greg Hardy to win by KO/TKO at 100/30 (BoyleSports) 0.5pt Greg Hardy to win by KO/TKO in Round 1 at 13/2 (Sky Bet) Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal's feud is well-documented, as the two Welterweights are former best friends, roommates and sparring partners. While both men have…

All the betting details for Saturday night's ultimate grudge match. To put it nicely, Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal despise each other. As a result, they won't ever be exchanging Christmas cards. The training partners will settle the score on Saturday night inside the Octagon as Covington and Masvidal battle in the main event of UFC 272 from…

Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington spent most of the week slinging ruthless insults toward each other. Now, the verbal battle will give way to a real fight when the recent welterweight title challengers meet on Saturday in the main event of UFC 272 in Las Vegas. Their matchup headlines the marquee from T-Mobile Arena, and the main UFC 272 fight…

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UFC 272 is here, and it is expected to be an eventful one. We have many great UFC fights tonight, capped off with the main event between two former best friends. There is plenty of money to be made by betting the UFC odds tonight.

Colby Covington vs Jorge Masvidal take center stage in the octagon on Saturday night for UFC 272. While the Ohio sports betting market awaits further regulations, UFC fans looking to get in on the action can bet online at the top offshore sportsbooks. In the article below, we'll break down how to bet on UFC 272 Masvidal vs Covington in Ohio and…

In a welterweight fight in the main event, Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal meet Saturday at UFC 272 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Below, we analyze the UFC 272: Covington vs. Masvidal odds and lines, with picks and predictions. The early prelims can be viewed on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. ET, with the prelims starting at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN/ESPN+ and the…

The UFC is back at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada with a welterweight non-title fight headlining the card as Colby Covington is taking on Jorge Masvidal. The two are former roommates, training partners, and best friends that have gone on to hate one another leading to this fight being made. UFC 272 props are available at DraftKings, and…

Colby Covington takes on Jorge Masvidal in the main event at UFC 272 this weekend. William Hill are offering boosted odds on either fighter to win for new customers, Covington's enhanced to 20/1 and Masvidal to 60/1! UFC 272 takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and hosts the big rivalry bout as the tension has mounted consistently between…

Two former teammates turned enemies are set to enter the octagon in the main event of Saturday night's UFC 272 card from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and oddsmakers have a clear favorite in mind. Rivals Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal are two of the top ranked Welterweights in the UFC and the winner of this matchup could be in line for a…

I've been looking forward to getting these UFC 272 predictions and picks off my chest. The world's greatest mixed martial arts promotion returns this Saturday, March 5, from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. If you're looking to make money betting on UFC 272, I'll be doing my best to help you do just that. The card is headlined by the highly…