Sportsbet UFC: Odds, Markets & MMA Betting Guide for Australia
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is the biggest MMA promotion in the world. Fighters like Anderson Silva, Conor McGregor, Paddy Pimblett and Jose Aldo have helped make it a popular sport to bet on. Major UFC Sportsbet events come with 19 markets, including method of victory and round betting. With over 40 UFC events held annually, this is a year-round championship that attracts Aussie fans in their droves.
How UFC Sportsbet Betting Works
UFC markets operate differently than cricket, the AFL and NRL. Each UFC event is made up of several fights, each of which lasts for three or five rounds. Punters can take advantage of different betting markets which are based on the type of win, length of the fight and other factors. We calculate UFC odds Sportsbet through expert analysis.
Types of UFC Bets (Moneyline, Method of Victory, Round Betting & More)
The format of UFC fights allows us to offer several betting markets per fight. The exact number of markets depends on the profile of the event, but you can expect to find these options:
| Bet Type | Description | Example | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Which fighter will be declared the winner? | Alex Pereira to beat Ciryl Gane @1.92. | Beginner |
| Method of victory | Betting on whether the fight will be decided by submission, TKO, or points. | Ilia Topuria to beat Justin Gaethje by KO/TKO @1.49 UFC odds Sportsbet. | Beginner |
| Round betting | Wagering on which round the fight will end in. | Tatsuro Taira to beat Joshua Van in round two @8.75. | Intermediate |
| Over/under rounds | Generally only available on Championship fights. You bet on whether the fight will last over or under 3.5 rounds. | Under 3.5 round between Jack Della Maddalena and Carlos Prates @1.80 odds. | Intermediate |
| Fight to go the distance | Yes or no on whether the fight will go the distance and have to be decided on points. | No – Topuria vs Gaethje @1.08. | Intermediate |
| Double chance | Gives you two chances to win. You can either bet on a draw or one of the fighters to win by two possible methods | Jack Della Maddalena to win by submission or points @3.70 Sportsbet UFC odds. | Intermediate |
| Fight to start round | Will the fight reach the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th round? | Van vs Taira: Fight to start round 4 – No @4.25 | Advanced |
How to Read UFC Odds at Sportsbet
Compared to sports like tennis and soccer, the best UFC fighters often have higher margins. This is because MMA has a greater level of unpredictability. One mistake can end the fight. Sportsbet UFC odds fluctuate from the time the fight is announced to the weigh-in. This can be because of how a fighters training camp has gone or whether an injury was suffered. Fight week odds line movement is common and we show key statistics to help you out. This includes fighting style, recent results, and head to head.
UFC Parlay & Multi Betting on Sportsbet
Many of our punters prefer placing parlay/multiple bets on the UFC. A Sportsbet UFC parlay involves wagering on multiple outcomes from different fights in one single bet. All of your picks must be accurate for your bet to win. Just one incorrect selection will mean your bet is settled as a loss. However, we will void any selection where the fight does not go ahead as planned. This is also the case if a fight is postponed for at least 24 hours.
UFC Sportsbet Rules & Settlement
We have seen many occasions in MMA where a fight has been cancelled after the weigh in or an event is postponed. We use the official result announced in the octagon to settle bets. Appeals and amendments will not result in a change to your bet result. We will void all wagers when a “no contest” result is declared. Bets will only remain active if the fight is due to be rescheduled within 48 hours. We must emphasize that Sportsbet UFC bets remain in place if a fight changes from 5 rounds to 3 rounds or vice versa.
Fight Night & PPV Sportsbet UFC Odds
Pay-per-view (PPV) events are where you will see the leading names in the UFC battle it out for the biggest titles. Fight Night events are often streamed through an existing subscription and feature lower ranked athletes. Fighters themselves are battling to earn a spot on a PPV event so they can earn more money. Sportsbet UFC coverage increases for PPV fights, and you can utilise more markets as a result. Some of our Fight Night contests only have one market: Match winner.
UFC in Australia: Local Events & Aussie Fighters
The UFC popularity and participation has grown rapidly in Australia. UFC Perth takes place at the RAC Arena and is headlined by local favourite Jack Della Maddalena against Brazil’s Carlos Prates. 2025 Rookie of the Year Quillan Salkilld is also in action, as he takes on veteran Beneil Dariush. You can place Sportsbet UFC bets on all 13 fights on May 2, with other Aussies in action including:
- Steve “Astroboy” Erceg
- Tai “Bam Bam” Tuivasa
- Junior “The Juggernaut” Tafa
- Cam “the Battle Giraffe” Rowston
- Jacob “Mamba” Malkoun
- Dom “Street Buddha” Mar Fan
Sportsbet UFC vs Competitors
We are proud of our multi betting opportunities at Sportsbet, but we are aware that Bet36 and Ladbrokes offer more MMA specials. We feel that our UFC Sportsbet odds are as competitive as other operators. And we offer faster payouts, as well as live UFC betting, which some of our rivals don’t. You can use the table below to learn more about how our UFC betting compares with other bookies.
| Bookmaker | Number of Markets Per UFC Event | Live Betting | Cash Out | Early Payout | Specials | Parlays |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportsbet | Up to 19 | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| TAB | 1 | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Ladbrokes | Up to 82 | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Bet365 | Up to 75 | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Sportsbet UFC Betting FAQ
What happens to my UFC bet if a fight is cancelled?
Your bet will be void if the fight is cancelled beforehand. We also void bets when the fight is declared a “no contest”. This can occur when the fight stops because of an accidental foul or another event where no winner is declared.
Does Sportsbet offer live betting on UFC?
We offer live UFC betting on selected fights. This allows you to take advantage of ever-changing UFC sportsbet odds as the action takes place in the octagon.
How do UFC Sportsbet odds work?
We calculate Sportsbet UFC odds based on multiple factors. We consider ranking, age, H2H, fighting style, and more to deliver competitive prices. Odds often fluctuate right up until the weigh in.