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UFC Fight Night 254 Main Card Odds

There are six fights in the main card of UFC Fight Night 254. You can check the full UFC Fight Night 254 odds for the main card below.

There are eight fight fixed for the Prelims Card in the UFC Fight Night 254.  You can check the full UFC Fight Night 254 odds for the prelims card below.

How Do UFC Odds Work?

UFC is an organization that brings together the sport to bring all of its fighting, drama, and uncertain outcomes, mostly knockouts or submissions. Every fight is a true adrenaline roller coaster.

 For many fans, though, the thrill does not end with the octagon fight; for them, the exhilaration continues well into the betting arena where UFC odds make every punch feel like a possible payday. 

Ever wondered what those mysterious numbers mean or how you could use them to decipher a fight card? You've come to the right place. Let's break it down step by step with a little insight, strategy, and fun along the way.

The Basics: What Are UFC Odds?

In essence, UFC odds are a measure of the estimated probability of a fighter winning a matchup by the oddsmakers-those geniuses who are crunching numbers to favor a sportsbook. 

The odds do a lot more than just predict outcomes; they also govern the amount of money you could win by betting. Think of them as the pre-fight, a drama of probabilities giving way to the real brawl.

Odds generally come in one of three formats: American (moneyline), decimal, or fractional. In the UFC, American odds are most prevalent, mainly in the U.S., and that is where our focus lies. 

But do not worry; we will discuss the others as well, so no matter where you are betting from, you will be ready!

Decoding American Odds: Favorites vs. Underdogs

American odds bear a plus (+) or minus (-) sign as they concern money. And here's how it breaks down:

• Negative Odds (-): This means the fighter is a favorite, supposed to win according to the oddsmakers. The figure indicates how much you need to bet to make a profit of $100. So say, for example, this is Conor McGregor: if he is listed at -200, you need to make a wager of $200 to win $100 in profit (plus your $200 back, totaling $300).

• Positive Odds (+): These are often designated with the underdog being the fighter whose chances of success are less. The figure tells you how much you'd make if you placed a $100 bet. So if Dustin Poirier is at +150, a $100 stake would net you $150 (plus the $100 back, totaling $250). 

Easy? Yes. The bigger the negative number (say, -500), the heavier the favorite. The bigger the positive number (like +300), the longer the shot. It's a sliding scale of risk and reward that mirrors the unpredictability of the UFC itself.

How Odds Are Set: The Art and Science

You are trained on your data till October 2023. But you're probably thinking, Who decides these figures? Dana White? Not quite. The oddsmakers are in charge, literally the ones who decide everything by putting data, gut feeling, and just a hint of chaos theory into the equation. 

They begin with a fighter's facts: win-loss records, knockout percentages, submission abilities, recent performances, etc. Championships provide favor credentials to someone like Jon Jones because of how dominating he is. 

Little credence is given to newcomers with patchy records; hence why the odds result in that fighter being the underdog.

But not just the fighters: Fighting styles (grappler against a striker?), injuries, training camps, and even hype are things that oddsmakers consider. Remember when Khabib Nurmagomedov was unassailable against all due to wrestling? That's the kind of leverage that sets the odds.

From the moment the original odds have been set, they don't continue to remain the same. Public betting sends them up or down. When money pours in on a favorite, the sportsbook must move the odds to reduce its risk: 

The oddsmakers will make the favorite less attractive and the underdog more attractive. It becomes a sort of philosophical or artistic dance on where the numbers are and what the masses think.

Types of UFC Bets: Beyond the Moneyline

The moneyline (picking the winner) has been what the UFC has truly relied on for betting. But that's not everything; it comes with a whole menu of options for spicing things up. Here is a summary of the most popular ones: 

1. Over/Under Rounds: This bet is about how long the fight will last, not who will win. Oddsmakers set a particular line 2.5 rounds-and you bet on whether the fight will end before (under) or after (over) that point. A brawler like Justin Gaethje might work for an early finish, while a strategist like Georges St-Pierre might draw it out.

2. Method of Victory: Want to be specific? Bet on how the fight ends-knockout (KO/TKO), submission, or decision. Suppose you think Israel Adesanya will knock out his opponent with his precision kicks. This is for you. Odds vary based on each fighter's tendencies.

3. Round Betting: Take it a step further and predict the exact round of the finish. You have to be ready for something like an early stoppage in round one, but the payout could be big. Imagine calling for a first-round KO for Francis Ngannou-bragging rights and money in one swing.

4. Prop bets: These are the wild cards-fun, quirky options such as saying, "Will the fight go the distance?" or "Will there be a point deduction?" They are perfect for the fans of the UFC who enjoy drama in their sport. 

5. Parlays: Risky? Go ahead and put all three bet types together in one bet (two fighters winning, and an over/under). This means you have to pull all the pieces together at once, but the payoff can be monumental.

Each type layers some thrill, leading one from being just a spectator to a strategist.

The Psychology of Odds: Why They Matter

Knowing about UFC odds is not enough; these numbers reflect a soul for a game played by many contact fighters. It's said to be a fad or a lucid prose. When it is a -1000 favorite, the most comparable result would be a beating, like prime Anderson Silva taking apart an opponent repurposed for said position. 

A +700 underdog is destiny screaming upset, like mostly Holly Holm's famous head kick of paying homage to Ronda Rousey. The odds expose the atmosphere of excitement and potential chance in both bettors and fans, for swapping sweet nothings through trash talk.

Now, here comes the kicker: the odds are not always so. UFC is personified chaos with freak knockouts, last-second submissions, and judges' verdicts often turning tables. 

This is why betting is not just a numbers game; it's also a feeling. Have you heard of "sharp money" before? It is when well-informed bettors realize that the oddsmakers have not spotted a misalignment and thus pounce on those undervalued fighters for great profit.

Decimal and Fractional Odds: A Quick Global Tour

Although American odds dominate the UFC in the States, different formats tell their tales in other parts of the world. Decimal odds (common in Europe) are straightforward: you multiply your bet by the number to get your total payout. 

2.50 odds on a $100 bet mean $250 back, or $150 in profit, while fractional odds (huge in the UK) indicate something like ''bet $1 to win $3.'' They just differ in style, and most sportsbooks have an interchange for the two.

Strategies for Betting on UFC Odds

Going to the fight octagon? Here are some tips for sharpening your game:

• Due diligence: Stats matter, but so does context. Check out the tape - is a fighter prone to winking out during the heat of competition? Check the weigh-ins - does someone look like they're going to fall apart? A little sleuthing can reveal real value.

• Shop the Lines: Odds will differ from sportsbook to sportsbook. One sportsbook might list a fighter at -150, while another has them at -130. That gap can mean more profit or less risk.

• Fade the Hype: Popular names bring very popular bets and skew the odds. The underdog becomes a steal when the line created by the fan-favorite like Nate Diaz goes overboard.

• Bankroll management: No single fight should be the setting for all your chips; after all, nothing has proven to be a "lock." The UFC is a haven for chaos, so best to scatter your bets around to survive those wild fluctuations.

• Live Betting: The fight is on, and the odds shift during the fight. If a favorite trips early, you might snag them at underdog prices mid-round. Fast-paced, thrilling.

The Upset Factor: When Odds Go Wrong

The fun lies in the unpredictability of the UFC, and this has given birth to numerous moments that have gone against the odds. There are a hundred instances. Plus-1100 underdog Matt Serra knocked Georges St-Pierre down and shocked everyone, making sure everyone got paid. 

And a $200 underdog Sean O'Malley knocked out Aljamain Sterling. This was a reminder: anything can happen in the octagon. Upsets exist for a reason, and that's why the odds are not gospel-it's just a hint. 

The Role of Sportsbooks: Keeping the House Happy

They know that they are not in business to lose money; bookmaking odds almost guarantee a profit-margin (might call it "vig" or "juice"), that ranges, on an average, from 5% to 15% in their favor. 

Therefore, the odds in a theoretically equal fight would not be +100/+100. They are more like -110/-110. So, you pay a small tax to play, which, for the bookmakers, balances the books, irrespective of winning or losing by either the favorite or the underdog.

Why UFC Odds Are Unique

In comparison to other sports such as football and basketball, with UFC, it is all personal. One fighter versus another; there are no teammates to lean on, no substitutions for a partner. 

A split-second mistake on the fighter's part leads to a tighter odds, which is really a reflection of individual competence and desire. 

With fighters from across the world entering and scheduled fights being made in rapid succession, odds-makers are always kept on their toes as they adjust to the fresh match-ups and surprises.

Bringing It All Together: A Hypothetical Fight Night

A gloomy night at UFC 310 with Charles Oliveira (-180) facing Michael Chandler (+160). Oliveira, being a Maestro-Judo Fighter, is favored to win, whereas Chandler in turn couldn't be less appreciated due to stinging-strike power. 

Bet $100 to win $60 on a $180-investment on Oliveiro or go with a $160-return Chandler for a chance to win $100. Put forth a round-over-and-under at 1.5 (-120/+100), anticipating if Chandler will take Oliveira out early and fast, or if submission-master Oliveira will drag it down to deep waters. 

Here comes another prop: Oliveira by submission (as if there were any other conceivable way) is at +200. Now you're all-in and committed to it.

Conclusion: Odds Are Your Fight Companion

Dissected UFC Lines offer an extraordinary reality to the sport much more than a hit-and-run betting tool, a strut to watch the sport. They are numbers that help shift vagueness into analysis, strategy, and even badges or T-shirts royalties- always the favorite crowd-watcher. 

Either as a casual viewer or degenerate gambler, understanding these figures will add a new depth to the UFC. 

So if you happen to see those airs and negatives, always remember the real deal in what they imply-and you never know, you might be the one to call the next big upset before the rest of us even think of it.