Bisping vs. Belfort: with even odds, how would you bet?

Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by Zuben**, Jan 14, 2013.

  1. Zuben** Banned Banned

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2012
    Messages:
    730
    Likes Received:
    0
    Given that the odds are fairly close, where would you put your money? I feel like if it doesn't go to a KO for Belfort in the first two rounds, Bisping will out strike and defend takedowns to a descision victory. This is not a fight I'd normally bet on, because I'm not very confident, but with vcash I might drop a hundred on Bisping. You?
     
  2. Kanster Guest

    Dropping all my vCash on Belfort by KO.
     
  3. awymore Brown Belt

    Joined:
    Jul 27, 2010
    Messages:
    3,833
    Likes Received:
    100
    Location:
    San Diego
    I'm betting on Belfort as well, although I wouldn't be surprised if Bisping comes away with the UD.
     
  4. Kanster Guest

    I would be.
     
  5. K1HerosNakamura Black Belt

    Joined:
    Jul 7, 2007
    Messages:
    5,515
    Likes Received:
    0
    Belfort by KO.
     
  6. dropshot001 Red Belt

    Joined:
    Nov 6, 2007
    Messages:
    8,547
    Likes Received:
    0
    I would bet on belfort.
     
  7. Jay Jay Blue Belt

    Joined:
    Sep 29, 2012
    Messages:
    532
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Canada
    At even odds, smart money is on Vitor Belfort absolutely!
     
  8. ValeTudo95 it's only smellz

    Joined:
    Feb 5, 2011
    Messages:
    4,328
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Switzerland
    Bisping, but it's a decent matchup.
     
  9. Heat13 Blue Belt

    Joined:
    Aug 22, 2012
    Messages:
    613
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    American Airlines Arena
    I feel like BisBing beats Vitor, but a KO from The Phenom would be great.
     
  10. JoseAldoKillaBe Black Belt

    Joined:
    Dec 12, 2011
    Messages:
    6,766
    Likes Received:
    0
    There are many easier fights to bet, i wouldn't touch this one, i'm smart.
     
  11. Evangelion Gold Belt

    Joined:
    Jun 27, 2012
    Messages:
    16,697
    Likes Received:
    2,151
    end thread, smart bettors don't bet on toss ups at even odds
     
  12. Social Distance Warrior Banned Banned

    Joined:
    Apr 29, 2012
    Messages:
    45,724
    Likes Received:
    21,780
    If Bisping survives the first 2 rounds rounds he wins.

    Bisping is the slight underdog in this fight at my sportsbook, +110.

    I can see Belfort running right over this guy and getting the TKO in the first round...but I can also see Bisping weathering the storm, picking his shots and wearing down an exhausted Belfort for a late sub, TKO or UD.
     
  13. ncboy Black Belt

    Joined:
    Nov 11, 2007
    Messages:
    5,490
    Likes Received:
    377
    Close fight to call, but if I had to I'd put it on the Count by decision.
     
  14. BigTimmy Purple Belt

    Joined:
    Nov 25, 2010
    Messages:
    2,324
    Likes Received:
    0
    PLEASE tell me this is 5 rounds
     
  15. Fruits Purple Belt

    Joined:
    Nov 3, 2012
    Messages:
    2,141
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    The Bay Area, NorCal
    Bisping probably only wins by decision or a freak accident.

    Belfort probably wins by knockout, and if not, a submission.
     
  16. Zuben** Banned Banned

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2012
    Messages:
    730
    Likes Received:
    0
    Reasoning?
     
  17. Zuben** Banned Banned

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2012
    Messages:
    730
    Likes Received:
    0
    Sure they do, if they think the odds are imbalanced in "favour" of one fighter who is being underrated by the odds. But that's neither here nor there. I'm betting with vCash and TBH the point is not to make a bunch of money, but to provide a fun way to make the fights more exciting my investing in them in some sense.
     
  18. Zuben** Banned Banned

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2012
    Messages:
    730
    Likes Received:
    0
    As far as I know, all main events are now 5-rounders and have been for some time.
     
  19. MMAsFinest Blue Belt

    Joined:
    May 30, 2010
    Messages:
    502
    Likes Received:
    0
    With respect the UFC main events, this is easily one of the biggest toss ups in awhile but for all the wrong reasons. This isn't a case of who really has the better grappling or striking or is tougher, but who'll find a way to lose in this moment?

    Bisping'll beat the breaks off any gatekeeper or mid-tier level fighter the UFC can possibly throw at him. Against your Elvis Sinosic's and Dan Miller's of the MMA world, he'll win every time. Throughout his entire tenure in the UFC, he's beaten only one Top 10 fighter which speaks volumes. There's a certain level of fighter he just can't get past. Broken down, war torn Wanderlei Silva that's only won 3 fights in 7 years? Can't do it. Even the likes of Jorge Rivera? Needed an illegal knee to get the job done. This simply isn't the type of fight he wins.

    Vitor Belfort is an incredibly fun fighter to watch with knockout power that is not to be trifled with. However, his record is marred with inconsistencies just the same, but the ceiling he's reached throughout his career has always been much higher. There isn't a single fighter he lost to that wouldn't have finished Bisping (at their ages then). While the majority of his inconsistencies could be traced to the disappearance of his sister, Belfort still unfortunately proved that he's a mental midget against Anderson Silva. Losing to someone of that caliber is nothing to laugh at, but it was how he lost: He literally froze. After exhibiting excellent movement and intelligent aggression, he suddenly stopped moving, allowing Anderson to measure him perfectly for the KO.

    Prediction: Vitor Belfort. A vital part of being able to defeat him requires either putting him on his back or keeping him at bay because he respects your power. That isn't a factor here. I think this goes quite similar to Wanderlei/Bisping: Bisping will get hurt, nearly crap his pants, and will be crippled with fear to the point he'll be unable to snag the W. Except when Vitor hurts you, he finishes you.
     
    Last edited: Jan 14, 2013
  20. hydingjekyll Green Belt

    Joined:
    May 4, 2009
    Messages:
    1,129
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Pacific Northwest U.S.
    Vitor by knockout, although a submission wouldn't be too surprising. A lot of people have said that they would favor Bisping via cardio in the later rounds, so I hope Vitor is working his own cardio.
     

Share This Page

X
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.