UFC 274 Odds, Picks and Betting Preview

The UFC has an outstanding card coming up soon for UFC 274. There are two title fights on the night, with the co-main and main event having to defend themselves.

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The main event features a lightweight showdown between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje. As for the co-main event, you have an excellent strawweight battle between champion Rose Namajunas and Carla Esparza in a rematch for the title.

When: Main Card at 10:00 PM

Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ

Watch: ESPN+ / PPV

Charles Oliveira vs. Justin Gaethje Prediction

Fans are still surprised to see Oliveira as the lightweight titleholder, let alone there at all. In the last, many have considered him a quitter and not the best fighter out there.

However, Oliveira has transformed into a monster and taken over the lightweight by storm. He has faced some of the best competition in the lightweight division and handled them all successfully in order to earn his belt.

As for Gaethje, he has always been around the top level of UFC lightweights but came up short when it mattered. He is one of the toughest fighters out there that wants to assert aggressive striking in his battles.

This fight could go either way, as Oliveira is a bit slow to get started in his fights. As for Gaethje, he is the type that will continue punching regardless if he breaks his arm or not.

This will be one of those fights where Gaethje can come out aggressive and get in a position to win early. Oliveira looked rough to begin his last two fights but somehow managed to escape with a win.

Best Bet: Gaethje Wins at +145

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Rose Namajunas vs. Carla Esparza Prediction

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Namajunas and Esparza once fought back in 2014 for the Strawweight belt. Esparza got the better of Namajunas by submission and took over the belt.

Fast forward eight years later, the two are set to face off once again. Namajunas is a completely different fighter, full of confidence and a belt to defend.

Namajunas has not lost a fight when it comes to rematches against former opponents. She is now 4-0 against old foes, where a few of these were huge upsets. She should be able to outstrike Esparza and improve to 5-0 on rematches.

Best Bet: Namajunas Wins at -195

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Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson Prediction

Ferguson is as durable as they come in the lightweight division and is a veteran for sure. Chandler has not entirely translated his success over since switching to the UFC.

In this fight, Chandler has a great opportunity to showcase his talents and get back on top of things. Ferguson has not been as dominant since he lost to Khabib back a few years ago.

Best Bet: Chandler Wins -410

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UFC 274 Betting Lines

Here are the main card betting odds for UFC 274:

Charles Oliveira (-165) vs. Justin Gaethje (+145)

Rose Namajunas (-195) vs. Carla Esparza (+165)

Michael Chandler (-410) vs. Tony Ferguson (+310)

Mauricio Rua (+190) vs. Ovince St. Preux (-235)

Donald Cerrone (-170) vs. Joe Lauzon (+150)

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