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Josh Koscheck vs Johny Hendricks Prediction

The Co Main event features Josh Koscheck vs Johny Hendricks. Koscheck is at the stage of his career where he is near the bottom of the todom poll when it comes to title shots after.

The Co Main event features Josh Koscheck vs Johny Hendricks. Koscheck is at the stage of his career where he is near the bottom of the todom poll when it comes to title shots after having been outclassed by the current champion GSP twice. He is coming off rather unimpressive wins over Matt Hughes and Mike Pierce and seems to be only fighting for a paycheck. Jonny Hendricks is coming of a huge first round knock out win over former number 2 ranked welter weight fighter Jon Fitch. Despite being a major underdog Hendricks was able to pull off a 12 second KO and launch himself a large new fan base and into potential contender status. Hendricks is a Division 1 wrestling champion so his wrestling may neutralize Koschecks take downs. Koscheck seems to only have an overhand right along side a questionable chin where as Hendricks has ko power in both hands and slightly more technical striking. Prediction Hendricks 1st round KO.

-Andrew Smiley

Miller Handles Diaz on May 5th

On Saturday May 5th Nate Diaz will battle Jim Miller for a potential number one contender title fight. Both fighters are coming off impressive wins as Nate Diaz was able to out class and hault.

On Saturday May 5th Nate Diaz will battle Jim Miller for a potential number one contender title fight. Both fighters are coming off impressive wins as Nate Diaz was able to out class and hault the hype train that Donald “The Cowboy” Ceronne was ridding by dominating his way to a unanimous decision win back in December. Jim Miller is currently 10-2 in the UFC with his only losses being form of decisions to the current champion Benson “Smooth” Henderson and former title challenger Gray Maynard. Miller is coming off a first round submission win against the always explosive Melvin Guillard. Nate Diaz has drastically improved his boxing to an elite level but has always lacked in the wrestling department. While he is a Caesar Gracie Black belt he will have a very tough time trying to pull off a submission off of his back against a former collegiate wrestler and a Jamie Cruz BJJ Blackbelt in Jim Miller. Nate Diaz is very tough and crafty but he will most likely be neutralized by the superior wrestling and strength of Jim Miller. Prediction Jim Miller via unanimous decision!

-Andrew Smiley

MMA BETTING STRATEGIES…….PART I

Ok, so I am an MMA betting junkie.  I love the instant gratification of winning money in just a few seconds, as it occurs routinely during the furious exchange between two equally weighted, haymaker throwing.

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Ok, so I am an MMA betting junkie.  I love the instant gratification of winning money in just a few seconds, as it occurs routinely during the furious exchange between two equally weighted, haymaker throwing men, both trained for a single purpose:  to seek and destroy.  It happens so fast, in some cases, that I can’t even keep up with the fights on my online sportsbook.  By the time one fight finishes, the next fight is off the board.

I am always looking for an advantage in one or two fights per night, as I feel that several of the odds are miscalculated because of misguided public perception.  But, if you are diligent with your research and disciplined with your approach, you can consistently find a fight or two on each card that are fairly easy to handicap.

Take the upcoming UFC on Fox which takes place May 5th

UFC ON FOX 3- LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT Barry vs. Johnson (5/5/12)

Matchup Odds

Jim Miller -210

Nate Diaz +175

UFC ON FOX 3- LIGHTWEIGHT BOUT Koscheck vs. Hendricks (5/5/12)

Matchup Odds

Josh Koscheck -125

Johny Hendricks -105

It appears to me that of the fights with early odds, Nate Diaz has the best chance to pull the upset.  Lavar “Big” Johnson has been impressive, but his inexperience should prove to be too much to overcome vs. the explosive Pat Barry.  Diaz, on the other hand, is seasoned enough to pull out a “W”, and his camp will have him ready.  Beware Jim Miller….

Also, I see a lot of value in Josh Koscheck only laying -125.  He is the better athlete, and has faced tougher competition throughout his career.  Koscheck could get caught, as his opponent is dangerous, but I see him winning here 2 rounds to 1 for a unanimous decision.  Add money to the bankroll by playing Koscheck on May 5th.  Check back next week for a breakdown and best bets of the other fights on the UFC on Fox 3.