The UFC 99 betting odds feature many noteworthy matchups, but the most exciting UFC 99 betting odds involve the main event fight between Rich “Ace” Franklin and Wanderlei “The Axe Murderer” Silva.
Both fighters boast impressive records and have provided excellent value in the UFC odds, but both lost their most recent fights and will be eager to notch a victory. The early UFC 99 betting odds reflect Franklin as a slight favorite over Silva, and the “Ace” seems poised to win the fight and offer the best value in the UFC betting odds as long as he can withstand Silva’s fierce knees.
The UFC betting odds are correct to feature Franklin as the favored fighter as he is extremely accomplished within the octagon and has provided much value to bettors wagering on the UFC odds over the years. Franklin has earned 24 wins while suffering a mere four losses, and over half of his wins have come by knockout. He has defeated many prominent fighters, including Evan Tanner, Ken Shamrock, and Jason MacDonald, so there is little reason to doubt Franklin will attract lots of support from those wagering on the UFC betting odds. Moreover, gamblers assessing the UFC betting odds should recognize that Franklin is a freestyle fighter, which allows him to adapt to the styles of his opponents. When evaluating the UFC 99 betting odds, some bettors may be struck by the fact that Franklin has lost all three of his previous fights against Brazilians, but Franklin has never fought Wanderlei before so this fact has minimal significance.
Wanderlei Silva may boast an impressive record of 32 wins and only nine losses, but most of his wins came as a Pride fighter and Silva has only offered minimal value in UFC odds. In fact, Silva has lost four of his last five fights, and this fact alone explains why Silva is featured as the underdog in the UFC betting odds. Silva has a well-earned reputation as a ferocious and fearless fighter, but those wagering on UFC odds have learned that such qualities are not always enough for a victory.
Nevertheless, while evaluating the UFC betting odds one must acknowledge that the fight is being held at a catch-weight of 195 pounds and Silva, who had planned to drop to 185 pounds, may actually have the advantage in this regard. If Silva can land some heavy punches and knees then he may earn a knockout over Franklin and surprise many bettors who wagered on the “Ace” in the UFC betting odds, but otherwise it is doubtful that Silva will win the match or provide much value within the UFC betting odds.
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