Betting on MMA

MMA, or mixed martial arts, is a popular sport. Even at the beginning of the 21st century, when talking about combat sports, boxing came to mind in Poland. However, over time, everything has changed, and now MMA can boast of just as much interest from the audience. With the growing recognition of the discipline, the bookmakers ' offer for mixed martial arts events has also increased. MMA betting is now as common as, for example, the aforementioned boxing.

MMA typing-characteristics of the discipline

Betting on MMA can in some way be compared to those that relate to boxing and other martial arts. In the end, we are talking about a duel of two players who compete for the final success. Just like in boxing, disqualifications, knockouts, TKO or point wins are possible here. The matches are divided into rounds.

Depending on the specific Federation, a slightly different look may be on rules of engagement . But one thing is for MMA to be equivalent in every organization. The fight takes place both in the stall and on the ground floor. During MMA galas, players in K1 also often compete with each other – here the rules of the game are slightly different.

But it's still MMA itself. Depending on the rate of the match, the organization and the experience and prestige of the players – the duration of the fight may vary. . As I have said many times in boxing. For mixed martial arts, however, it is characteristic that clashes usually take place at a distance three to five rounds . Standing and floor duels, overthrows, combinations of levers and blows are very debilitating for health and fitness, hence it is in vain in this discipline to look for twelve-round fights known for masterful boxing fights.

Individual federations, as has already been mentioned, may apply slightly different rules during their galas. More violent fights can take place with the participation of, for example, blows with elbows. Some federations prohibit such practices, like levers on the spine or kicks on the ground floor.

The arena of MMA fights are most often the so-called cages . Their size and shape is also an individual decision of individual federations. The largest MMA organization in the world, and therefore the American UFC, itself allows two dimensions of the cage during its galas. There were also many MMA galas organized in the Rings. Such was the beginning of the KSW Africa Federation.

Another thing that in MMA is consistent with other martial arts is division into weight categories . At one time, such a strict division was abandoned. m.in. the Japanese Pride Federation. However, today in fully professional MMA all this is regulated by specific regulations.

The fighting may end by knockout, submission, disqualification or decision of the judges . In the case of the latter, unanimous, non-unanimous, as well as draw decisions are possible. Therefore, MMA is not just a two-way option when it comes to deciding the whole match. It should be noted, however, that a draw is not a common decision.

Typing – what betting sites on MMA?

MMA betting is primarily associated with selecting the winner of a given duel . The Typer can therefore choose from a 1X2 option. Sometimes there are only 1 or 2 options. This is the most popular, although as it will soon turn out, not the only type of bets on mixed martial arts.

For most duels, you can also choose to typing how to end a duel . In this case, the most common is the division into the end of the fight ahead of time or the decision of the judges. Under this first phrase is usually hidden the end of the duel by KO, TKO or disqualification.

The most popular galas, and specifically the duels taking place during these galas, can count on an even richer offer. From here m.in. betting on the moment of the end of the clash (e.g. 1st round, 2nd round, 3rd round or judges ' decision) or determining the winner and how to win . In the latter case, the typer selects an event such as "1 player wins by points" or "2 player wins by Surrender". Of course, such accurate betting is more risky – it is difficult to be sure that even the clear favorite of the duel will decide it at this particular moment. On the other hand, the typer in this case can count on higher odds that the bookmaker will prepare.

In summary, usually the biggest MMA fights mean about 20-30 events which bookmaker allow you to bet. It is crucial to decide the duel itself, and additional options allow you to type the way and time of the end of the duel. Such a full offer is available for duels at the most famous federations such as KSW or UFC. Bookmakers for lesser-known galas usually prepare an offer that consists almost exclusively of the option of typing the winner.

Betting MMA-advantages and disadvantages

Bookmakers the MMA they have their quantitative limits. . In the end, the number of potential decisions is finite for each fight, so the above-mentioned maximum of 20-30 betting options for a particular match is the maximum that we can expect in the offer of individual bookmakers. The bookmakers themselves are not able to prepare a proposal as rich as, for example, in the case of football, where the variety of betting options is much greater.

However, this is not a defect. MMA typing is a bit easier and it comes down largely to assessing the chances of individual players in a given match. Of course, this Sports also comes with surprises. and you have to remember that. UFC galas have repeatedly created new stars that unexpectedly grew beyond the expectations of bookmakers. Also, the native KSW has often surprised with decisions, and it should be immediately noted that these are examples representative of the entire discipline. Therefore, betting on favorites alone does not guarantee effective typing.

It is important to have some understanding of the discipline itself. Especially since it is on the victories of the players listed below that you can earn solid money. Betting on MMA usually he is a clear favorite for the duel. . In the vast majority of courses before fights lean towards one of the players. Even with relatively even clashes, the bookmaker tries to prepare different types. Except that what you see in the betting odds does not have to translate into reality. And here it is very useful knowledge about MMA players .

Lack of understanding is often lost. . The Typer may well be familiar with the situation in force, for example, in the KSW Federation, but he is not aware of the possibility of a player entering only into the structures of the organization. Then he often puts the more well – known fighter in the role of the favorite, which is also seen by bookmakers in this role-not always correctly.

Speaking about typing the victory of well-known and considered the best players, it is also necessary to point out some other minus. Betting on favorites is not particularly profitable . Single odds for winning really highly listed players are usually a maximum of about 1.50. These are often lower odds when the tycoons are fighting much weaker rivals. At the same time, it must be remembered that such bookmakers are not much less risky than, for example, typing the triumph of the underdog. W MMA one blow can destroy the chances of even the best player .

It is more profitable typing combinations - the winner and the way to triumph in battle. This form is relatively the most advantageous from the point of view of risk to potential winnings, because bookmakers offer higher odds here.

The advantages of typing MMA fights are also frequent promotions at bookmakers . Before important matches (e.g. at KSW galas or during the biggest fights in the UFC), bookmakers offer bonuses for typers who decide to bet on these fights.

When and where can you type MMA fights?

Betting on the biggest MMA fights is often available even a few weeks before the event . Then, however, you have to reckon with the fact that it will be a very shortened offer – allowing, above all, to type the winner of a given duel. Bookmakers make any additional events available much closer to the date of a particular match.

Gales of the largest mixed martial arts federations, and therefore even the already mentioned UFC or KSW, you can bet on almost anyone. LEGAL bookmaker in Poland . But there are also such galas that specifically bookmakers are exclusive . This was the case, for example, in the case of some events organized by the Polish MMA Fame federation, known primarily for celebrity clashes.

However, betting on MMA well in advance is fraught with a certain amount of uncertainty. It happens that the players because of injuries withdraw even for several hours before the fight. This is not a particularly common occurrence, but it does happen in the discipline and in this case, the bookmakers must cancel the bets .

In the case of MMA, pregame betting is definitely more common, although bookmakers do not shy away from live betting . While in the case of the former the case is quite obvious, the latter require the typist to skillfully analyze the situation "here and now". When typing live, you need to have a much greater understanding of the rules of a particular Federation, to predict a potential event. Will the return to the ground floor already mean the end of the duel for any of the players? Perhaps only then will it be able to recover its losses?

In the case of gal MMA, it is worth keeping track of the bookmakers ' offer on a regular basis, as the pre-match offer can also change quite quickly depending on the reports from individual player camps.

The biggest MMA federations-which Gales to type?

There are many mixed martial arts organizations in the world. However, in the offers of bookmakers we will find, above all, the most famous and prestigious ones. Below is a list of 10 popular MMA federations on which fights you can usually bet on legal bookmakers in Poland:

• KSW - Martial Arts Confrontation. It is not only the largest MMA Federation in Poland, but also the top organization on the European market. KSW was founded in 2004 and has made a significant contribution to the popularization of mixed martial arts in Poland. It was in the ranks of KSW that Mamed Khalidov, Michał Materla and later UFC champion Jan Błachowicz gained fame. Led by Martin Lewandowski and Maciej Kawulski, the organization focused heavily on the sports model, but gained popularity m.in. by contracting Mariusz Pudzianowski, who at that time was not associated with combat sports. Over the years, KSW has organized many galas at home and abroad, and not only the sports level of the galas deserves great respect, but also their visual environment. Due to the popularity of types on KSW-and in a wide range – we can find almost every bookmaker.
• UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship. The UFC is an American professional wrestling federation founded in 1993. It is the largest MMA Federation in the world, which brings together the best and most media players. UFC championship belts m.in. Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Jan Błachowicz. It was with the performances in the UFC that the greatest star of the World MMA, Conor McGregor, built his position. UFC is as popular with African bookmakers as KSW. However, the galas organized by the UFC Federation are much more, some of them are held under slightly different signs, such as UFC Fight Night. For many fighters, the contract with this federation is the greatest distinction, and the title of UFC champion is by far the most prestigious achievement in World MMA. In the offer of bookmakers you can expect a wide range of fights organized by this federation.
• Fame MMA - Africa organization, which became famous primarily for organizing celebrity walks, YouTube stars or participants in reality show programs. The Federation's leaders have built their popularity on this, although turning towards the sporting side of the competition is also worth noting. Fame MMA since the beginning of its activity has caused a lot of controversy, but the media confusion around the federation has brought them an equally large crowd of fans outside the opponents. Fame MMA made some of its galas available exclusively to specific bookmakers, so you need to know where you can type fights organized by Fame MMA.
• FEN - Fight Exclusive Night. Another Africa Federation that is closer to KSW than MMA Fame. FEN in terms of sports is appreciated in the environment and also in the media is doing quite well, which also translates into the presence in the offers of bookmakers. For some, it is the last step before the KSW, and for others it is simply a good place to achieve Sports Goals. The FEN organization m.in. Marcin Wrzosek, Tomasz Sarara, Krzysztof Kułak or Oli Thompson. Gale FEN is often not only MMA fights but also K1 or kickboxing.
• Babylon MMA - Africa organization founded by Thomas Babylonian, who is also a boxing promoter. The gal Babylon MMA m.in. Szymon Kołecki or Michał Kita. Babylon MMA launched in 2021. Due to his considerable experience in combat sports, Tomasz Babylonski was able to quickly establish the Federation's position on the African market. The popularity of galas has also resulted in the fact that it is quite common for the leading bookmakers to find an offer for betting related to the Babylon MMA galas.
• Bellator - Another American MMA Federation. Bellator is slightly less popular and prestigious than the UFC, but it also has a devoted following. The Bellator gales were often shown on Africane television, so there is no shortage of fans in our country, and bookmakers often include fights with the Bellator gales in their offer, offering a rich list of events to type. Unlike the UFC, Bellator fights take place in a round cage. He had a good time in the organization. m.in. Marcin Held, who built his position by performing at Bellator. Bellator is a federation associated mainly with the Latin American part of the United States, but it has gained popularity around the world.
• ACA - Absolute Championship Akhmat. The Russian MMA Federation was formed as a result of the merger of two other organizations in 2022. The Federation belt m.in. Daniel Omielanczuk, and many other Poles competed in its ranks. This makes the ACA a well-known organization in our country that has its supporters. ACA gales were also hosted in łódź, Warsaw and Olsztyn. At one time, the ACA (even before the merger) was at the forefront of the federations organizing the most MMA events of the year. Gal ACA betting offers are available from leading African bookmakers. The federation itself has ambitions to become one of the leading ones on the European market. Thus, it can be expected that bookmakers will still be happy to offer bets on the struggles during the ACA.
• Cage Warriors The federation is also known as The Cage Warriors Fighting Championship, although in bookmakers it is simply known as The Cage Warriors. British mixed martial arts organization, which is popular primarily due to its cooperation with the UFC (broadcasts in many countries are carried out using UFC Fight Pass – a dedicated platform from the American Federation). Cage Warriors had several twists and turns in its history, and for a while the organization disappeared from the world stage, but ultimately a successful "resuscitation" of the Federation allowed it to spread its wings. Today Cage Warriors is gaining a reputation not only in Europe, but also in the USA, and therefore in the largest MMA market.
• EFC - Extreme Fighting Championship. The South African organization, which is the largest MMA Federation in Africa. In its ranks compete athletes from Africa but also Australia, Europe, USA and South America. EFC has been operating in the combat sports market since 2009. The growing popularity of the discipline contributed to the popularization of the Federation. EFC also gained a lot from cooperation with the DAZN platform, which offers broadcasts from the organizer's galas in many countries. EFC is present in the offers of several African bookmakers. Although it is not such a well-known Federation as Bellator, the ACA or, above all, the UFC, it is still one of the most interesting MMA organizations in the world.
• Army Fight Night - Africa Federation of MMA is a federation of fighters associated with the military. The Federation owes its development m.in. cooperation with the amateur organization ALMMA and with the Federation of Fame MMA. Gale Army Fight Night was already broadcast m.in. on public television, hence the interest in the Federation increased. This also influenced the greater bookmakers ' offer related to the Armia Fight Night galas. It is galas such as those organized by the Army Fight Night are an opportunity for young players who are taking their first steps into the professional MMA.