UFC 296 prop picks: Odds and more for final UFC PPV of 2023
Staff Reporter
December 16, 2023 – Tonight marks the final bell of the 2023 UFC pay-per-view season with UFC 296. Many interesting props and potential upsets are lighting up the betting space. Betting enthusiasts should not fail to choose any battle from the main event title fight down to the undercard fights as they have all it takes for them to prove their fight IQ and earn in this last UFC action of the year.
Main Event Moneymakers:
- Edwards vs. Covington (Welterweight Championship Bout):
- Method of Victory: Those who expect to witness a chess game tactic should put some money on Edwards to be ahead of decision at (+250).
- Round 3 Finish: Historically, they have taken place in the third round (+400), and this only adds on to another level of intrigue and excitement.
- Covington Takedown Over/Under: However, going by “Over” (-220) appears to be safer with Edwards, but Edwards could keep the fight standing hence paying “Under” (+180).
Undercard Gems:
- Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Stephen Thompson:
- Rakhmonov to Land 10+ Significant Strikes: “Over” (-300) near-lock because of Rakhmonov’s relentless pressure.
- Fight to Go the Distance: There is an inclination of betting on “Yes” (+180), despite the fact that both fighters are popularly associated with durability.
- Alexandre Pantoja vs. Brandon Royval:
- Pantoja by Submission: “Yes” (-200), which is a good option because of champ’s strong grappling, but Royval’s submission prowess adding intrigue.
- Fight to Start Round 3: “Yes” (+160) is also a potential value pick as both fighters are cautious starters.
Remember:
- Prop bets may be dangerous, yet they entail larger winnings.
- Carry out extensive studies and evaluate their latest techniques and previous match outcomes.
- Gamble responsibly, have limits when betting.
The last chapter of a 2023 UFC season ends with the exciting finish at UFC 296. Do not miss these prop picks and wrap up on UFC action for 2018.
