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Written by Matt Foust
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Saturday, 20 June 2009
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Ultimate Fighter Finale TUF 9: The Ultimate Fighter season 9 will come to a conclusion tonight at The Pearl in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to the lightweight and welterweight Ultimate Fighter finales, the UFC has stacked the card with a number of quality fights, including a headliner between Diego Sanchez and Illinois tough guy Clay Guida. Online bookmaker BetUS.com has Sanchez listed as a -300 moneyline favorite in their Diego Sanchez vs Clay Guida Ultimate Fighter Finale TUF 9 Odds.  It looked as though the Ultimate Fighter season 2 winner, Diego Sanchez, might have been at a career crossroads after losing back-to-back fights against Josh Koscheck and Jon Fitch in 2007, but those days — and times — are long gone. The man referred to as "Nightmare" is now within striking distance of a lightweight title shot after three straight wins, the latest being a unanimous decision victory over Joe Stevenson at UFC 95 in February. A win over Guida tonight should make Sanchez, who possesses a 22-2 MMA record, the number one contender in the lightweight division and put him in position to take on the winner of the B.J. Penn/Kenny Florian fight at UFC 101 in August. Sanchez, who once relied almost exclusively on his mat skills, has displayed some vastly improved striking chops in his most recent fights. Although he submitted David Bielkheden at UFC 82, he dominated both Luigi Fioravanti and Stevenson with his stand-up talents. The 27 year old's well-rounded fight game has oddsmakers looking for a Sanchez win in Vegas tonight. While the San Diego native knows the dangers of Guida, he is envisioning the same thing. "I have a lot of respect for Clay, but I am still technically superior [to him] in all aspects" Sanchez said. Clay Guida, who always fights at a frenetic pace, has also won three fights in row as well and he is quickly moving up the lightweight food chain. The former carpenter last fought in January at UFC 94 and won a split decision victory over the always tough Nate Diaz. Guida, who owns a 25-6 professional MMA record, has noticed the change in Sanchez' fighting approach, but he feels that he will be able to get the better of him regardless. "Diego is a talented lightweight whose unorthodox southpaw style is awkward," Guida said. "Diego has changed up his style in the past couple of years from ground and pound wrestler to more of a patient jiu-jitsu style fighter with improved striking. I am confident this feeds better into our game plan of being able to control the pace on the feet, clinch, and on the ground." This evening's event is scheduled to get underway at 9:00pm ET; it will be televised live on Spike TV.BetUS.com Diego Sanchez vs Clay Guida Ultimate Fighter Finale TUF 9 Odds Diego Sanchez (-300) vs Clay Guida (+200) Bet on sports at online sportsbook BetUS.com and receive up to 145% in Cash Bonuses and start winning today! |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 June 2009 )
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Written by Matt Foust
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Saturday, 20 June 2009
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The Ultimate Fighter 9 finale will take place tonight at The Pearl at the Palms in Las Vegas, Nevada. The big event, which will be broadcast live on Spike TV at 9:00pm ET, features a 10 fight card headlined by a throwdown between Diego Sanchez and Clay Guida. Also on the docket is a battle between two high profile lightweights, Joe "Daddy" Stevenson and Nate Diaz. Bookmaker BetUS.com has Diaz listed as a -165 moneyline favorite in their Joe Stevenson vs Nate Diaz Ultimate Fighter 9 Finale Odds.  Joe Stevenson, who at point was a challenger for the lightweight belt, is in desperate need of a win. "Daddy" has lost three of his last four fights and has shown an inability to get past the division's top fighters. The 27 year old father of four has fallen to B.J. Penn, Kenny Florian, and Diego Sanchez all within the past year and a half. Stevenson left his California home in preparation for tonight's fight with Diaz, electing to train with MMA guru Greg Jackson in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Torrance native, who has a 34-10 professional record, is hoping the switch will bring about a different result in the Octagon. However, the veteran fighter knows beating Diaz will not be an easy task. "I see a man that is very dangerous the whole time, not just at one point," Stevenson said. "Sometimes people think that they've got him in trouble and that's when he attacks. He's the most dangerous when you think he's at his weakest. And that's something I'm not going to let happen to me." In contrast to Stevenson, Nate Diaz has won five of his last six fights. The Ultimate Fighter season 5 winner lost a split decision to Clay Guida in his last Octagon appearance (UFC 94 in January). The 24 year old Diaz is adept at fighting on his feet and his jiu-jitsu background makes him a formidable opponent on the ground as well. Stylistically, he could present the same kinds of problems that B.J. Penn did to Stevenson. Diaz, who is 10-3, indicated that he is more than ready for tonight's scrap and that Stevenson better be as well. "He's (Stevenson) one of the top guys in the division and it's going to be a tough fight," Diaz said. "I hope he's [trained] as hard as I [have]." BetUS.com Joe Stevenson vs Nate Diaz Ultimate Fighter 9 Finale Odds: Joe Stevenson +125 Nate Diaz -165 Bet on sports at online sportsbook BetUS.com and receive up to 145% in Cash Bonuses and start winning today! |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 June 2009 )
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Written by Matt Foust
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Saturday, 20 June 2009
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The Ultimate Fighter 9 will conclude tonight with welterweights DaMarques Johnson and James Wilks squaring off in the Octagon for the right to be a UFC fighter. Johnson is the only American to make it into a final match as the lightweight title fight will be between Brits Ross Pearson and Andre Winner. Online bookmaker Bodog.com has Johnson listed as a -350 moneyline favorite in their DaMarques Johnson vs James Wilks Ultimate Fighter 9 Finale Odds. This evening's action is set to get underway at 9:00pm ET at The Pearl in Las Vegas, Nevada. It will be televised live on Spike TV. Headlining tonight's card is a battle between former Ultimate Fighter winner, Diego Sanchez, and Clay Guida. DaMarques Johnson, the 26 year old from Salt Lake City, Utah, will carry the load for the American team when he enters the Octagon with James Wilks tonight. Johnson, who is 9-6 as a professional fighter, has been impressive on the show, displaying the potential to be a well-rounded combatant with a possible bright future in the UFC. Johnson, never one to mince words on the show, made it clear how he feels about Wilks and what he wants to do to him this evening. "James is such a pompous prick," Johnson said. "That dude, I don't what it is, his mannerisms, his f**king face just tugs on my life cord and makes me want to hurt somebody." As for Wilks, the Englishman who is fighting out of Laguna Hills, California, he too has been imposing in his Ultimate Fighter Octagon appearances. The 31 year old picked apart American Frank Lester on two seperate occasions to earn a spot in tonight's proceedings. Wilks exploited Lester's haymaker striking tactics and repeatedly took advantage of openings the American left to win both fights with relative ease. Wilks has heard all the talk from Johnson, but he feels that he has what it takes to get the job done at The Pearl. "I was confident when I got here and I'm confident I'll win this finale," Wilks said. Bodog.com DaMarques Johnson vs James Wilks Ultimate Figther 9 Finale Odds DaMarques Johnson -350 James Wilks +275 Bet on sports at online sportsbook Bodog.com and receive a 10% Deposit Bonus and start winning today! |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 June 2009 )
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Written by Point Spreads News Wire
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Saturday, 13 June 2009
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 With UFC 99 about to start, the UFC Predictions Experts at Point-Spreads.com have decided to release several winning UFC 99 picks for UFC betting odds enthusiasts and MMA bettors to get down on some solid UFC prop bets before the first fight. UFC 99 starts at 3 PM EST live on Pay Per View from Cologne, Germany. Before making your next wager, make sure to compare MMA odds.
"Silva has excellent Muay Thai skills with his ability to deliver knees, elbows, kicks and punches with great power," stated Fight Picks Expert Brad Marchetti of VegasSharps.com when asked to comment on the UFC 99 prop bets. "Silva also has some solid jiu-jitsu ability but he has neglected it in recent bouts. Silva has taken a lot of punishment in his career and his reflexes and punch resistance is only average at this point."
The UFC 99 betting odds at internet sportsbook Bodog.com for the main event between Rich Franklin vs Wanderlei Silva have UFC predictions on Franklin listed as a -170 odds. This line opened with Silva as a -105 favorite, however tons of money has poured in on Franklin making him a very heavy favorite.
"The one question mark in Franklin’s game is his lack of jiu-jitsu ability which could hurt him against Silva," Marchetti said.
The UFC 99 picks odds for the Mirko Cro Cop Filipovic vs Mustapha Al-Turk have moved considerable from their original opening number of Cro Cop -550 betting odds. The current UFC betting odds have Cro Cop listed at -350 odds with heavy betting action pouring in on the underdog Mustapha Al-Turk.
Today at Lanxess Arena will mark the first time that the Ultimate Fighting Championship has fought on mainland Europe, all other fights have taken place in either Ireland or the United Kingdom. Bet on UFC 99 at internet sportsbook Bodog.com and receive a 10% Cash Deposit Bonus today! |
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Written by Scott Burgess
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Friday, 12 June 2009
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The Ultimate Fighting Championships, UFC, heads to Germany for the first time as former UFC middleweight champion Rich 'Ace' Franklin squares off against former PRIDE® champion Wanderlei “The Axe Murderer” Silva in a true fight fan’s dream match. UFC® 99: The Comeback takes place Saturday, June 13th, live on Pay-Per-View from the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany. UFC 99 can be watched live at 3 PM ET or replayed at 10 PM ET. Be sure to get your UFC 99 Betting Odds and Predictions in now at SBGglobal.com
UFC 99 Betting Odds:
Rich Franklin (-140) vs Wanderlei Silva (+110) Rich Franklin (26-4-0) recently lost his last fight to Dan Henderson at UFC 93. He is 3-2 in his last five fights. He has excellent striking skills, good conditioning and is well-rounded. Wanderlei Silva (32-9-1) recently lost his last fight to Quinton Jackson at UFC 92. He is 2-3 in his last five fights. He has superb striking power and technique, high intensity and world-class experience.
Cain Velasquez (-205) vs Cheick Kongo (+165)
Cain Velasquez (5-0-0) recently beat Denis Stojnic at UFC Fight Night Lauzon vs Stephens. He is a perfect 3-0 in the UFC where he’s won all fights by TKO. He is a well rounded fight who has destroyed his opponents by no sooner than the second round. Cheick Kongo (24-4-1) recently beat Antonio Hardonk at UFC 97 by TKO. He is 4-1 in his last five fights. He is a tall muscular fighter with power and strength who can devastate any opponent he fights.
Mike Swick (-240) vs Ben Saunders (+190)
Mike Swick (13-2-0) recently beat Jonathan Goulet at UFC Fight Night FIGHT FOR THE TROOPS with a devastating KO just 33 seconds into the fight. He’s 4-1 in his last five fights. He’s a fighter with great striking capabilities, speed, and aggression. Ben Saunders (7-0-2) recently beat Brandon Wolff at UFC Fight Night FIGHT FOR THE TROOPS with a TKO in the first round. He a fighter with superb striking, he is steeped in Jiu-Jitsu, and is extremely aggressive.
Marcus Davis (-220) vs Dan Hardy (+180)
Marcus Davis (21-5-0) recently beat Chris Lytle by split decision at UFC 93. He is 4-1 in his last five fights. He is a fighter with boxing skills and has incredible quickness. Dan Hardy (21-6-0) recently beat Rory Markham by KO at UFC 95. He’s won both fights in the UFC. He’s a fighter with great speed, resilience and a powerful punch. Spencer Fisher (-210) vs Caol Uno (+170)
Spencer Fisher (23-4-0) recently beat Shannon Gugerty at UFC 90 by chokehold. He is 3-2 in his last five fights. He’s a stand up fighter with heart. Caol Uno (25-11-4) recently lost to Hermes Franca by KO at UFC 44. He is 2-2-1 in his last five fights and hasn’t fought in the UFC since 2003. He is a fighter with excellent grappling skills.
UFC 99: Comeback
When: Saturday, June 13, 2009 3 PM ET
Line: SBGglobal.com
Point-Spreads.com UFC 99 Betting Odds
The Bottom Line: Be sure to get your UFC 99 Betting Odds and Predictions in now at SBGglobal.com and receive a 60% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit! |
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