Bet on Dricus vs Khamzat: UFC 319’s Shocking Odds and Big Rewards at Sportingbet

UFC 319 is set to explode on Sunday morning August 17 as Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis defends his belt against undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev. It’s a showdown between two UFC powerhouses, but the betting odds have sent shockwaves through the MMA world.

Despite being the reigning champion with two successful title defences, Dricus is priced at 2.95, while Chimaev enters as the 1.42 favourite in the outright market. For punters who like to bet on UFC upsets, this is a golden opportunity. UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping even called the line “crazy,” pointing out that Dricus’ proven five-round gas tank could be the deciding factor if he drags Khamzat into deep waters.

Both fighters are undefeated in the UFC, but they’ve taken very different paths to UFC 319.

• Dricus du Plessis: Champion. Proven over five rounds. Known for relentless pace, power, and composure under pressure.
  
  

• Khamzat Chimaev: The phenom. Blazing starts, dominant wrestling, but untested in championship rounds.
  
  

Chimaev has run through opponents early, but questions remain about his cardio. Gilbert Burns, who pushed Khamzat to the brink in 2022, believes Dricus has what it takes to weather the storm and come out on top, possibly in the third or fourth round.

Seeing a defending champion as a significant underdog is rare. At 2.95, betting on Dricus to win outright offers huge value, especially for those who believe his well-rounded MMA game will neutralise Chimaev’s wrestling.

In the Method of Victory market, things get even more interesting. Will Dricus score another late TKO? Will Chimaev control the fight for a decision? These are the calls punters will be weighing in the days leading up to the bout.

If you’re looking to bet on Dricus vs Khamzat, now’s the time to lock in your picks before the odds shift.

Seeing a defending champion as a significant underdog is rare. At 2.95, betting on Dricus to win outright offers huge value, especially for those who believe his well-rounded MMA game will neutralise Chimaev’s wrestling.

In the Method of Victory market, things get even more interesting. Will Dricus score another late TKO? Will Chimaev control the fight for a decision? These are the calls punters will be weighing in the days leading up to the bout.

If you’re looking to bet on Dricus vs Khamzat, now’s the time to lock in your picks before the odds shift.

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It’s simple: bet on the champ, and if he delivers, we’ll supercharge your payout.

Dricus has been vocal that “we’re not fighting for a wrestling title” — this is MMA, and his ability to blend striking, grappling, and cage control could be the key. He’s faced and survived strong wrestlers before, including Robert Whittaker and Derek Brunson.

Chimaev’s path to victory is likely early dominance through takedowns and pressure. But if Dricus forces the fight into the third, fourth, or fifth round, the tide could turn dramatically.

For punters, the UFC 319 Method of Victory market offers high-reward opportunities:

• Du Plessis by KO/TKO in the later rounds could yield strong returns.
  

• Chimaev by Submission early is another likely scenario if you’re backing the challenger.

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Whether you see Dricus defending his belt or Khamzat taking it in his first title fight, UFC 319 is unmissable. And with the champion priced at 2.95, betting value is hard to ignore.

Lock in your picks, make the most of our Double Winnings promotion, and get ready for a middleweight title clash that could redefine the division.

Bet on Dricus vs Khamzat today with Sportingbet — the fight starts here.