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UFC Betting Odds - Latest Fight Night Odds & MMA Sports Betting Markets

One of the purest combat sports in the world, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) evolved from an underground niche sport to the highest form of competitive professional fighting. The sport has taken the world by storm, and MMA betting is now one of the most popular options at Stake Sportsbook, especially during big fight cards.

History of UFC

The sport of mixed martial arts has its roots in ancient sports such as Leitai in China and Pankration in Greece, which used techniques from multiple martial arts, such as boxing and wrestling. Combining martial arts continued to be popular over the centuries that followed, with famous figures such as Bruce Lee helping to popularise them. However, it wasn’t until the emergence of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) that MMA really took off and gained mainstream acceptance.

The UFC was formed in 1993, inspired by Vale Tudo tournaments, and the first-ever event promised ultimate fighting with no rules. To distinguish itself from other combat sports, the fights were held in a specially constructed eight-sided cage, now known as the signature Octagon.

Jiu-jitsu fighter Royce Gracie won the inaugural tournament, submitting 3 opponents in a total of 5 minutes, which led to an explosion of interest in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and the UFC.

The term MMA wasn’t originally used by the UFC, but was adopted by the organisation over time as it continued to professionalise. Early tournaments had featured no rules, but to be licensed by state athletic organisations, the UFC introduced weight classes, banned illegal strikes such as headbutts, and created a unified ruleset. By UFC 14 in 1997, the organisation had become a sport rather than a no-holds-barred contest.

Despite the creation of the unified MMA rules, the UFC still struggled financially. It was purchased for $2 million by the Fertitta brothers, along with their business partner Dana White, who was made president of the organisation. Under the leadership of Dana White, the UFC continued to grow, with shows like The Ultimate Fighter contributing to its mainstream appeal.

Over the years, UFC has featured legendary superstar pro fighters such as Georges St-Pierre, Conor McGregor, Tito Ortiz, Chuck Liddell, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Ronda Rousey, Amanda Nunes and many more. Stake is also proud to be partners with the UFC, and in turn, some of these UFC superstar fighters! This includes Israel Adesanya, Alex Pereira, Caio Borralho and Merab Dvalishvili, showing our continued support behind the UFC and MMA as a whole.

UFC Rules & Basics

The UFC features multiple weight divisions, with fighters ranked within their division based on their performances. The unified MMA ruleset allows fighters to use a variety of techniques to finish their opponent by knockout (KO), technical knockout (TKO) or submission. Kicks, knees, elbows and punches can all be used to strike, while grappling techniques such as clinch, takedowns and submission holds can all be used too. Unlike boxing, where a knockdown leads to a standing 8 count, MMA fighters can continue to strike an opponent who has been knocked down. However, kicks and knees to the head of grounded opponents are illegal.

Fights are split into rounds, with standard fights lasting 3 rounds of 5 minutes. Championship or main event fights are usually 5 rounds of 5 minutes.

If both opponents last the full rounds, the 3 judges sitting cageside will determine the result. Fighters are judged by their performance in the fight, with each round scored based on which fighter landed more clean strikes, caused more damage and controlled their opponent.

2026 UFC Schedule & Fight Nights

Major Fighters & Official Sponsors of UFC - Stake.com

Israel Adesanya

Former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is one of the best pure strikers that the sport has ever seen. His incredible run through the middleweight division saw him capture the UFC belt in his 6th fight, before going on to defend it 6 times. Although he lost the belt to Alex Pereira, he won it back in the rematch. Adesanya’s professional MMA record stands at 24-5, with 13 wins in the UFC, including 5 by KO/TKO.

Caio Borralho

Another top UFC middleweight, Caio Borralho, has had a fast rise through the rankings since he arrived after finishing his opponent in Dana White’s Contender Series. Currently, his professional MMA record stands at 17-2, with 7 wins and just 1 loss in the UFC. Although he lost his last fight, we still expect Borralho to challenge for the title soon.

Max Holloway

Former featherweight champion Max Holloway is a legend of the sport and has been fighting in the UFC since 2012. He made his debut against Dustin Poirier as a 19-year-old and won the title 4 years later. He defended his featherweight belt 4 times, and although he would go on to lose the belt to Alexander Volkanovski, Holloway still cleared out the division’s contenders before moving up to lightweight, where he beat Justin Gaethje and won his rematch against Poirier.

Alex Pereira

Alex “Poatan” Pereira had an impressive kickboxing career between 2012 and 2021, winning multiple titles in Glory. In 2021, he made his UFC debut and soon challenged Adesanya for the title, which he won by KO in the 5th round. After being beaten in the rematch, Pereira moved up to light heavyweight, winning the belt there and defending the title 3 times. His professional MMA record now stands at 13-3, with 10 wins and 2 losses in the UFC. Most notably, he has an impressive 80% KO/TKO rate in the UFC.

Merab Dvalishvili

Merab Dvalishvili has to go down as one of the best bantamweights in the history of the UFC. The Georgian fighter actually lost his first 2 fights in the UFC before going on a legendary run of 14 wins, including 4 title fights. After winning the bantamweight title in 2024, Merab defended it 3 times in 2025, setting records for the most strikes landed in the division and most takedowns secured in the UFC.

How to Bet on UFC & MMA Betting Options

If you’re new to betting on the UFC, check out our MMA betting guide or our ultimate guide to sports betting, and get all the knowledge you need to place your bets! You can also follow these steps to start betting:

  1. Log in to your Stake.com account using your secure passkey .

  2. Check you have sufficient balance and then search for the fighter or event you want to bet on.

  3. You can also use the menu to look up MMA > UFC and see all live and upcoming events.

  4. Select any event to see all the fights and choose a fight to see all the available betting options.

  5. Choose any bet to add to your bet slip, then enter your stake and check your potential payout.

  6. Confirm to place your bet.

There are lots of ways to bet on UFC fights at Stake, including:

Live Streaming UFC & Live Betting on Stake Sportsbook

Whether you're a Stake VIP or a casual sports fan, you can watch free live streams of all major UFC events and UFC Fight Nights here on Stake.com! All you need to do is create an account, log in, and head on over to our live section to watch UFC and many other major sports! While you watch, you can bet on all the action happening inside the Octagon, with live betting available on all UFC events.

For more help, check out our guide on how to watch free live streams, and read up on the differences between pre-match and in-play betting.

UFC Betting Strategies & Tips

To help you make successful MMA bets, follow these helpful tips and strategies:

  1. Research the stats and records of each fighter before you bet. Make sure you pay attention to their most recent fights and the level of opposition they’ve faced.

  2. Watch the fights live to get a better idea of what’s happening. Watching the fights will help you understand the sport better and know what to look for when choosing your bets. This is especially useful for placing live bets, as you can react to the momentum within the fight as it changes.

  3. Consider fighting styles and how well each fighter matches up against their opponents. Some fighters prefer to keep it standing and use their striking output, while others focus more on takedowns and grappling. Check the styles of each fighter and consider how their strengths and weaknesses will match up.

  4. Thanks to our expert UFC picks and predictions, you can keep up to date with the latest MMA news before upcoming events. Insights from our Stake Ambassadors, such as our exclusive interview with Caio Borralho, or this chat with Merab ahead of his major fight are also great resources for more information on big upcoming fights, usually occurring on a monthly basis!

Deposit & Withdrawal Methods for UFC Betting on Stake.com

Deposit

  1. Log in to your Stake account and open your wallet.

  2. Choose the deposit option, then select any supported payment method and local currency such as Argentine Pesos, Chilean Pesos, Canadian Dollars, Turkish Lira, and Vietnamese Dong.

  3. You can also deposit and bet with crypto at Stake, with support for a range of cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, USDT, EOS, DOGE, LTC, TRX, and SOL.

  4. If you don’t already own any, you can buy crypto from a trusted exchange or platform such as Mesh, MoonPay or Swapped.com before transferring it to your Stake wallet.

  5. Once your deposit arrives, you can swap between supported cryptocurrencies and store funds safely in the Stake vault.

Withdraw

  1. Log in to your Stake account and open your wallet before selecting the withdraw option.

  2. Choose your payment method and enter your payment details if required.

  3. Make sure you’ve selected the correct network if you’re withdrawing crypto.

  4. Enter the amount you’d like to withdraw and confirm the payment.

Stake Sportsbook Promotions, VIP Club & Responsible Betting

Whilst you're betting on upcoming fight cards, be sure to take advantage of our incredible sports betting promotions, like our UFC Split Decision Insurance. If you're a regular around here, you can also join our VIP Club to gain access to more exclusive rewards. As you place bets, you’ll be able to level up your account to benefit from regular rakeback, reload bonuses and even your own VIP Host! Learn more with our VIP Club FAQs.

As you’re enjoying the UFC at Stake, be sure to follow our Stake Smart guidelines. We’ve got resources, tools and advice to help you stay in control and bet responsibly.