MMA betting has seen tremendous growth over recent years due to the entertaining personalities and varied styles of fighters. Yet it can be somewhat confusing for newcomers. There are multiple methods of placing wagers including moneyline, method of victory and over/under rounds betting – this article provides an introduction into basic principles as well as helpful tips for beginners.
One of the key aspects of MMA betting is understanding its odds. Unlike NFL or NBA betting markets where lines move quickly back and forth, MMA fights tend to feature static odds until fight night. That’s because there is not as much liquidity in these markets and large bets from public bettors can quickly move them; however, sharps have proven successful at taking advantage of public action by offering greater value than betting publically can provide.
Remember when betting on mixed martial arts (MMA), that there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to how a fighter can win – knockouts are one way, but other techniques such as submissions and disqualifications could lead to victory too. Also consider that there may even be the rare possibility of a draw resulting in even higher payouts – something rare even among sports!
Betting on a fight’s Round Total is another popular MMA bet. This bet involves wagering how many rounds will take place; for instance, if your Over/Under Rounds bet is set at 2.5 rounds and the fight lasts more than 2:30 into the third round then your bet will win; otherwise if it ends before that point then it will not.
Fighting fans often rely on “MMA math” when placing bets, however this may actually mislead and shift the focus away from style handicapping and analysing fight films. Assuming a fighter will beat their opponent simply because they both possess equal wins and losses can be misleading; take into account both fighter’s true weight classes when making your decision. Combatants who struggle to make weight may resort to drastic measures in order to stay at a manageable weight, leaving them exhausted before even starting the fight and giving an advantage to their opponents. It is therefore crucial to closely follow each fighter’s weigh ins and results of prior fights between themselves and their opponent so you can be certain you are making smart bets.