UFC 274: Betting Odds and Analysis - Oliveira vs. Gaethje Title Fight Preview
UFC 274 features a lightweight championship bout between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje. Here's what you need to know about this compelling matchup:
Charles Oliveira (32-8-0)
- Currently on a 10-fight win streak
- UFC record holder: Most submissions (15) and finishes (18)
- Striking has improved significantly since moving to lightweight
- Career wins: 9 KO/TKO, 20 submissions, 3 decisions
- Known for slow starts but excellent recovery
Justin Gaethje (23-3-0)
- Division I All-American wrestler with devastating striking power
- Coming off Fight of the Year vs Michael Chandler
- Second UFC title shot after loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov
- Career wins: 19 KO/TKO, 1 submission, 3 decisions
- Exceptional takedown defense
Current Odds:
- Oliveira: -170 (favorite)
- Gaethje: +140 (underdog)
Fight Analysis: Gaethje's knockout power gives him a good chance early, as Oliveira has been dropped in recent title fights. However, Oliveira's superior grappling and improved striking provide multiple paths to victory. Expect either a Gaethje early KO or an Oliveira submission in later rounds.
The co-main event features a women's strawweight title rematch between champion Rose Namajunas and challenger Carla Esparza.
