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HOW TO PLACE BETS ON MMA EVENTS WITH DRAFTKINGS

By Kendall Jenkins on 2024-08-26 07:12:00

 

How to place bets on MMA events with DraftKings

When it comes to MMA events, few sites can rival the comprehensiveness of DraftKings, if at all any. DraftKings has become the leading betting platform, offering various markets and competitive odds across all major Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fights - the most common MMA tournament. Lovers of the UFC and all the thrilling battles can bet on their favorite gladiators on this fantastic site. And it's easy to get started.

Steps to placing bets on MMA with DraftKings

  1. Create an account – Before you can place a bet on DraftKings, you first need to have a functional account. Creating an account with DraftKings is straightforward and takes no time. All you have to do is enter details such as your name, date of birth, email address, SSN, etc. You may also need to provide documents to prove your age and identity. The DraftKings support team is always available to assist you through this process.
  2. Funding your account – Once you have successfully registered, crediting your DraftKings account will be the next step. Click the deposit button at the top of your screen and select from the payment methods provided, which include Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and more. Most deposit options are instant, and the minimum deposit amount of Draftkings is only $5.
  3. Place your preferred bet – Finally, place a wager on any upcoming MMA event you'd like to bet on. You’ll find the UFC category on the sidebar to the left of your screen. Select the category to see all upcoming fights, any ongoing live events, and the odds and markets available. DraftKings allows single bets and parlay bets of up to 20 fights on a single bet slip. After placing your initial bet, you will be eligible to receive up to $200 in free bets without using a promo code

Understanding UFC odds and betting markets

Being able to read the odds is the first step to placing successful UFC bets. Like other betting options on DraftKings, negative odds indicate the favorite, while positive odds indicate the underdog. DraftKings also offers its customers a variety of markets when it comes to betting on MMA fights. Some of the top markets include:

Moneyline

This type of bet involves picking who will win the fight, irrespective of how the match ends. It is one of the more popular bets on UFC fights.

Over/Under rounds

Over or under rounds means betting on how long the fight will last.  An MMA bout typically has three rounds, except for world championship fights, which always have five rounds. So if a fight rounds bet is set at 2.5, the over bet wins if the fight gets halfway through the third round, and the under bet wins if it doesn't.

Winning method

Betting on winning methods means wagering on how the match will end. This includes winning by knockout, submission, decision, and others. Choosing a win-by-finish bet requires the match-up to end by disqualification, knockout, or submission only.

Fight props

Fight prop bets are more specific options for fights with higher odds and more winnings. These include betting on a time range when the match will end, the exact round the match will be decided, whether the match will go the distance, and more.

When betting on MMA with DraftKings, you are spoilt for choice with a wide range of betting options and the most competitive UFC odds. For beginners, DraftKings also has a useful guide on betting on MMA, which can help you get started on the right foot. Plus, there are amazing bonuses and promotions that you can use to boost your experience and enjoy premium betting on anything UFC.

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