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Islam Makhachev has opened up as a massive betting favorite ahead of his UFC 311 title defense against Renato Moicano.
Makhachev was supposed to headline the card against Arman Tsarukyan, but on Friday, the challenger was forced out of the bout and Moicano stepped in. Now, ahead of the fight, oddsmakers released odds for the bout which has Makhachev as a sizeable favorite.
UFC 311 Odds:
Islam Makhachev -600Renato Moicano +440
However, after the odds were released, money immediately came in on Makhachev as he’s now a -800 favorite while Moicano is a +550 underdog.
At -800, you would need to bet $800 to win $100 if you think Islam Makhachev can beat Renato Moicano. If you like Moicano, a $100 bet would net you $550 in profit if the Brazilian can pull off the upset.
Islam Makhachev (26-1) is coming off a submission win over Dustin Poirier to defend his belt for the third time. The UFC’s lightweight champion is currently riding a 14-fight winning streak and has notable wins over Alexander Volkanovski, twice, Charles Oliveira, Dan Hooker, Tsarukyan, and Bobby Green among others.
Renato Moicano (20-5-1) was set to fight Beneil Dariush at UFC 311 but will now step up to face Makhachev. Moicano is riding a four-fight winning streak and is coming off a TKO win over Benoit Saint-Denis. Also on the winning streak, he beat Jalin Turner by TKO, Drew Dober by decision, and Brad Riddell by submission.
