UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2 Betting Guide and Promos
Everything you need to know for Saturday's title rematch, including odds and betting strategies.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) flyweight title will be contested Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena as champion Joshua Van faces Alexandre Pantoja in a rematch.
This bout headlines UFC 331, a 12-fight card that also features a top-10 lightweight matchup between Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy. The main card is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. ET, with coverage available on Paramount+.
Betting Odds
According to DraftKings, Joshua Van is a slight favorite at -130 moneyline odds. Alexandre Pantoja enters the fight as a +110 underdog. The over/under for the total rounds is set at 4.5, with odds of +140 for the over and -180 for the under.
Betting Strategies
When placing bets on UFC fights, researching a fighter's history can provide insight into potential outcomes. In the case of Van vs. Pantoja 2, Pantoja's previous loss to Van occurred due to an injury sustained just 26 seconds into their first title bout in December. Pantoja will be looking to avenge that loss and retain his title.
Moneyline Betting: This involves predicting the winner and loser of the fight. Odds are set by sportsbooks, designating one fighter as the favorite and the other as the underdog.
Over/Under Rounds: Sportsbooks set a total number of rounds for the fight, and bettors wager on whether the fight will last longer or shorter than that number. For Van vs. Pantoja, the line is 4.5 rounds.
Prop Bets/Method of Victory: Prop bets offer a variety of wagering options beyond simply picking the winner. These can include bets on the number of significant strikes landed, how the fight will end (e.g., decision, knockout, submission), or whether the fight will go the distance. The availability of prop bets can vary significantly between different sportsbooks.