The UFC 89 betting odds for the fight between Brandon Vera and Keith Jardine are some of the most interesting UFC 89 odds that bettors will be wagering on.
Such is the case because both Vera and Jardine are promising fighters that have suffered some recent setbacks, meaning the current UFC betting odds represent a matchup that each fighter likely views as a must-win. However, as you handicap the UFC 89 betting odds you must decide whether each fighter will be inspired by his recent setbacks, or will be hindered by damaged confidence.
The UFC 89 betting odds feature Vera as a fairly heavy favorite due to his undeniable talents and proven ability. Vera was once 8-0 and some analysts believed he could become a heavyweight champion. However, in Vera’s last two fights as a heavyweight he lost to Tim Sylvia and Fabricio Werdum, and then decided to move down to the light heavyweight class. In his subsequent fight – his first as a light heavyweight – Vera beat an outmatched opponent, but was still criticized for a relatively poor performance. The UFC 89 betting odds indicate that many fans still have confidence in Vera, but he certainly must win this matchup to keep face. Vera’s last convincing victory was nearly two years ago, so a loss to Jardine would be devastating for his future. Vera’s need to win may end up giving him extra value in the UFC 89 betting odds, but major questions remain as to his ability to fight at 205 pounds.
While much has been made of this fight being a must-win for Vera, Jardine, who the current UFC 89 betting odds have listed at +150, is actually in a somewhat similar situation. Two fights ago, Jardine won a split decision over Chuck Liddell, which was the biggest victory of his career. However, that fight was sandwiched between two other fights, including Jardine’s most recent one, in which he has been knocked out in the first minute. These devastating losses are much of the reason why the UFC 89 betting odds do not give Jardine much credit.
Many bettors would struggle to see value in Jardine’s UFC 89 betting odds, even if the UFC 89 betting odds featured him as a bigger underdog. Vera may not have the striking power to knock Jardine out in less than sixty seconds, but it is understandable that the UFC 89 odds only give limited respect to a fighter who has lasted less than one minute in two of his last three fights. Jardine needs a victory over Vera, and an early loss could spell disaster. This must-win scenario may give Jardine the inspiration he needs to defeat Vera and provide value in the UFC 89 odds. On the other hand, bettors handicapping the UFC 89 odds must consider the possibility that Jardine’s confidence is shaken and he may be fighting defensively in order to avoid another painful knockout. Jardine may defy the UFC 89 betting odds and he certainly should not be counted out, but these doubts must be considered when you handicap the UFC 89 betting odds.
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