Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

June 5, 2025

Set for another unforgettable evening of Mixed Martial Arts action, UFC 316 is going down this Saturday night with two world title bouts on tap for fight fans across the globe. With some of the biggest names of the sport set to throw down, why not crank up the intensity level of this can’t-miss event by placing a bet on the latest UFC 316 odds?

Sean O’Malley Moneyline

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With plenty of highlight-reel tilts taking place down the Jersey Turnpike in Newark, you can find all the best odds and expert analysis for this event below. Don’t wait, get some skin in on the fights tonight by placing a bet with our top moneymaking picks and score a knockout over the oddsmakers at UFC 316.

Vicente Luque vs. Kevin Holland

Best Odds on Luque to Win: bet365 (+225)
Best Odds on Holland to Win: Sports Interaction (-275)

Kicking off UFC 316 with a clash between decorated UFC veterans, Vicente “The Silent Assassin” Luque takes on Kevin “Trailblazer” Holland. In a matchup that’s sure to produce no shortage of fireworks within the cage, expect to see Holland get back on track as he scores the decision victory over Luque.

While both fighters have built reputations for themselves as dangerous finishers, it’s safe to say their best fighting days are behind them. With both combatants having lost three of their last five fights entering this bout, both men are sure to be hungry to right the ship in this main card opener.

Luque made quick work of his last opponent, Themba Gorimbo, securing the first-round submission victory, but things won’t be nearly as easy against Holland. Sporting a four-inch height advantage, as well as a five-inch edge in reach, Holland will be able to mitigate any danger thrown his way from his opponent.

Look for Holland to control the pace of the matchup, utilizing his stellar striking skillset to avoid grappling with Luque, and landing damaging shots throughout the bout as he cruises to a win on the judges’ scorecards to kick off UFC 316.

Prediction: Holland by DEC (+400 @ TonyBet)

Mario Bautista vs. Patchy Mix

Best Odds on Bautista to Win: Sports Interaction (+155)
Best Odds on Mix to Win: bet365 (-175)

Primed to make a splash in his UFC debut, expect to see an impressive performance out of former Bellator Bantamweight Champion, Patchy “No Love” Mix, as he looks to halt the momentum of the surging Mario Bautista.

One of the biggest names in the MMA world outside of the UFC, Mix’s inclusion at UFC 316 was a sensational last-minute replacement after Marlon Vera was forced to withdraw from the bout. One of the best grapplers across the globe at 135 lbs, Mix has no trouble forcing the tap from his opponents whenever the cage door closes.

While Bautista has shown strong grappling skills of his own in the past, they simply aren’t on the same level as Mix. Even on the feet, Mix may be the superior fighter. While not a knockout artist, he more than has what it takes to inflict damage in the standup game.

Back Mix to firmly assert himself into the UFC Bantamweight title picture with an impressive victory over Bautista, securing the submission victory, and nabbing you a solid payday in the process.

Prediction: Mix by SUB (+420 @ TonyBet)

Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer

Best Odds on Gastelum to Win: Sports Interaction (+310)
Best Odds on Pyfer to Win: BetVictor (-350)

In a matchup that was originally supposed to take place in Mexico City this past March, we will finally get to see this clash between top middleweights as Kelvin Gastelum takes on Joe “BodyBagz” Pyfer.

After bouncing back from his first UFC loss in resounding fashion, scoring a first-round knockout over Marc-Andre Barriault at UFC 303, Pyfer is primed to continue his ascent up the middleweight rankings. Facing arguably his toughest test to date in Gastelum, look for Pyfer to showcase his improved all-around skillset as he takes the win on the judges’ scorecards.

While all of his wins have come inside the distance in his UFC career, Pyfer is going to have a tough time putting down the uber-tough Gastelum. Having only ever been finished by submission in the UFC, a sore spot in Pyfer’s game currently, don’t expect to see Gastelum’s chin finally crack at this point in his career.

Having shared the Octagon with decorated strikers such as Israel Adesanya, Jared Cannonier, and Robert Whittaker and not having been finished in any of those fights, it’s safe to assume that Gastelum will be able to remain standing throughout this clash.

That being said, look for Pyfer to still dominate the bout on the feet as he uses his superior size and strength to overwhelm his opponent, landing big shots throughout the fight, and managing distance well thanks to his four-inch reach advantage. Back Pyfer to win by decision as he continues to be one of the hottest young prospects in the division.

Prediction: Pyfer by DEC (+154 @ TonyBet)

Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison

Best Odds on Pena to Win: Sports Interaction (+525)
Best Odds on Harrison to Win: BetVictor (-600)

Gold is on the line in the co-main event of UFC 316 as Julianna “The Venezuelan Vixen” Pena defends her women’s bantamweight title against renowned combat sports phenom, Kayla Harrison.

While Pena has proven herself to be one of the toughest fighters to grace the Octagon in recent memory, toughness can only get you so far. After claiming the bantamweight strap in a controversial split decision over Raquel Pennington, watch as Harrison leaves no doubt as to who the best 135-lb fighter on the planet is as she hands Pena her first loss inside the distance since 2020.

Harrison, an Olympic gold medalist in Judo, has been running rampant throughout the mixed martial arts scene since debuting back in 2018. With her meteoric rise stemming from her imposing frame, elite grappling, and brutal ground-and-pound ability, there’s no realistic pathway to victory for Pena in this championship clash.

With seven career finishes by submission in her career, an area that Pena has been susceptible to in the past, expect to see Harrison overwhelm the champion with pressure, using her superior strength to send the fight to the canvas, locking in a fight-ending submission as she crowns herself the new queen at 135 lbs.

Prediction: Harrison by SUB (+170 @ TonyBet)

Kayla Harrison to Win by Submission

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Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley

Best Odds on Dvalishvili to Win: bet365 (-275)
Best Odds on O’Malley to Win: BET99 (+225)

Capping off UFC 316 with a world title rematch for the undisputed Bantamweight Championship, Merab “The Machine” Dvalishvili will make his second title defence against the man he won the belt from back at UFC 306, “Suga” Sean O’Malley.

While O’Malley has taken his time in working towards this title rematch, it’s hard to envision it going any differently than their first meeting. Aptly holding the moniker of “The Machine”, the cardio and pressure presented by Dvalishvili is absolutely absurd. Able to push the tempo for the whole 25-minute fight, this is something nobody has had an answer to since beginning his 12-fight win streak dating back to 2018.

With O’Malley seemingly uneasy standing across the Octagon from Dvalishvili, as he hasn’t shown his usual amount of confidence when sharing the cage with him, the wrestling base of the champion plays directly into Suga’s biggest weakness. Not a finisher by any means, Dvalishvili has won 11 of his last 12 fights by decision, meaning we could see a long, drawn-out grappling affair in the main event.

It would be foolish not to give O’Malley a striker’s chance at cracking the chin of Dvalishvili at some point in this championship scrap, but the safe money is on the Machine to keep on chugging as he goes up 2-0 against the Suga Show in this main event tilt.

Prediction: Dvalishvili by DEC (-163 @ BetVictor)

UFC 316 Prelim Picks

Don’t just limit your wins to the main card of UFC 316; instead, score a big win before the main card even begins with our UFC 316 prelim picks.

• Mederos by DEC (+137)
• Salkilld by DEC (-110)
• Yoo by KO (+175)
• da Silva by SUB (+1400)
• Williams by KO (+125)
• Spivac by DEC (250)
• Ribeiro by KO (+850)
• Van by DEC (-110)

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Written by: Greg Warren

June 4, 2025

We’re still a long way from the start of the NFL season, but that doesn’t mean football bettors have to wait until September to begin sharpening their handicapping skills.

The Canadian Football League will open its 2025 season on Thursday when the Ottawa Redblacks visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders, as nine teams begin their respective quests to become Grey Cup champions.

The Toronto Argonauts are runaway favourites to repeat as Grey Cup champions at most online sportsbooks at around +250 odds, but the CFL can be wildly unpredictable due to the fact that six of the nine teams qualify for the playoffs. It’s all about getting hot in the fall, and we’ve seen several underdogs cruise to Grey Cup titles over the years.

Toronto Argonauts to win the Grey Cup

+250

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Betting on who will win the Grey Cup is just one of the many ways you can indulge in Canadian football, though, so let’s expand our horizons and take a look at three season-long futures bets to lock in before the pigskin flies on the new season.

All odds in this article courtesy of bet365.

Nathan Rourke Most Outstanding Player (+700)

A refocused Rourke has the potential to easily be the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player this season, and that’s reflected in him having the second-shortest odds to win the award behind Toronto’s Chad Kelly at +425. If you can recall, the BC Lions quarterback wasn’t on a CFL roster to start last season as he tried to find a permanent home in the NFL. After several failed attempts to crack some active NFL rosters, he returned to the Lions in the middle of the season and struggled, leading the team to a 3-5 record while throwing four touchdowns and nine interceptions. Making the transition from the NFLback to the CFL in the middle of a campaign is beyond difficult, but with a full offseason to readjust and acclimate to the Canadian game, Rourke, the 2022 Most Outstanding Canadian, should easily be a top-three player in the league this time around.

In 2022, Rourke exploded onto the CFL scene by finishing the year with a 78.7% completion rate while throwing for 3,349 yards and 25 touchdowns in just 10 games. Unfortunately, a foot injury in Week 11 derailed his incredible 2022 season, but he’ll now have the chance to play his first full season of Canadian football, and the statistical possibilities are potentially record-breaking. The Lions have two competent veteran running backs in William Stanback and James Butler to balance out the offence, and Rourke has several potent receiving options in Jevon Cottoy, Justin McInnis, and Keon Hatcher, among others, to help guide him to success.

If he can stay healthy, +700 will likely be the longest price we see for Rourke in this betting market for the entirety of the season.

Tiger-Cats over 8.5 regular-season wins (-135)

Are the Hamilton Tiger-Cats the most undervalued team in the league from a betting perspective this season?

Most online sportsbooks have given them the second-longest odds to win the Grey Cup this season at around +1000, suggesting they’ll be a sub-.500 team.

However, quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell turned back the clock last year with the most impressive statistical season of his illustrious 12-year CFL career, and Hamilton went out and got him even more weapons to choose from this offseason, including All-Star receiver Kenny Lawler, who is also a two-time Grey Cup champion. Mitchell’s health is always a concern, especially now at the age of 35, but Taylor Powell is one of the best backup quarterbacks in the league, so the Tiger-Cats should be in good shape should Mitchell succumb to injury.

The team also made some under-the-radar moves on defence, which should also help their chances of being at least a .500 team this season.

Surprisingly, two of the three ists on TSN’s CFL Preview Show picked Hamilton to win the Grey Cup this year, so perhaps the Ticats are being undervalued by oddsmakers to start the season?

Tiger-Cats over 8.5 regular-season wins

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Tim White over 1,025.5 receiving yards (-110)

If you believe the Tiger-Cats are being undervalued, and that Mitchell can at least have an average season by his Cstandards, this pick is a virtual lock.

White has recorded no less than 1,164 receiving yards in each of the past three seasons, and there’s no reason why he can’t be one of the best receivers in the league again this season. He’s been incredibly durable throughout his four-year CFL career, appearing in no less than 13 games in each of those seasons, while averaging an impressive 15 yards per catch in that span.

White will once again be the team’s top receiving option in 2025, which means he’ll be getting plenty of targets, and there’s no reason to believe he won’t easily sur the 1,000-yard mark if he can remain healthy.

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Written by: Greg Warren

June 2, 2025

With the professional hockey and basketball seasons winding down, golf season is now in full swing as we head into Canadian Open week.

This year’s annual event will be held at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley from June 5-8, one week before the U.S. Open, the third major of the season. The recently renovated North Course will play a challenging 7,445 yards, with the 585-yard par-5 18th hole serving as the signature hole on the par-70 track.

Rory McIlroy, No. 2 in the World Golf Rankings, is the outright favourite to win the event with around +425 odds depending on the online sportsbook. Ludvig Aberg, No. 6 in the World, and Shane Lowry, No. 16 in the WGR, will also be competing in the field this week.

Rory McIlroy to win the Canadian Open

+425

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Defending champion Robert MacIntyre, who we correctly identified as a player to back at ridiculously long 80-1 odds in our preview last year, will also be back to defend his title, albeit at much shorter +2500 odds this time around.

There will also be a strong contingent of Canadian players in the field, including 2023 Canadian Open champion Nick Taylor.

All odds mentioned in this article are courtesy of bet365.

Notable Canadians in the field

Corey Conners (+1600): Conners has the third-shortest odds in the field, and for good reason. He has five top-10 finishes and 10 top-25 results in 14 events this season, missing the cut just once. He’s also played very well in the two majors this season, posting a T8 result at the Masters and a T19 at the PGA Championship. Conners finished sixth at the Canadian Open last year but has never won the annual event on home soil.

Taylor Pendrith (+2000): Pendrith is also in the midst of a fine season, posting six top-25 results and four top-10 finishes in 15 events. He finished T5 at the PGA Championship and T12 at last week’s Memorial Tournament, so he’s swinging it well heading into the Canadian Open. Pendrith is sixth on Tour in strokes gained off the tee and sixth in greens in regulation this season.

Nick Taylor (+3500): After missing the cut at the PGA Championship, Taylor rebounded with a fourth-place finish at the Memorial last week. He’s posted three top-10 finishes and seven top-25 results in 15 events this season, so he must be feeling good about his chances of becoming a repeat champion at the Canadian Open this week. The Winnipeg native has been excellent at hitting greens this season, ranking 12th on Tour in greens in regulation percentage and 25th in proximity to the pin with his approach shots.

Mackenzie Hughes (+3500): It’s a little surprising to see Hughes with relatively short odds at this event given his recent play. He’s missed the cut in three of his last five events and he’s coming off a T39 result at the Memorial. However, he did finish have an impressive result at the Myrtle Beach Classic during that stretch, finishing T2 after losing in a playoff.

Boosted 3-leg Canada parlay: Corey Conners, Taylor Pendrith, Mackenzie Hughes Top-20 Finish

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Three golfers to back

Sam Burns (+3000): We’re getting some nice value on Burns, a five-time PGA Tour winner, at this price. He’s playing well heading into this event, finishing no worse than 30th over his last five events, including three top-15 results. He’s third in total strokes gained over his 12 events, and he’s had some success in Canada, finishing T4 in 2022 and T10 in 2024 at this event. We like his chances this week given the limited field.

Justin Rose (+7000): Why not take a flyer on the 44-year-old veteran this week? He’s one of the best putters on Tour, as evidenced by his 12th-ranked putting average and 17th-ranked one-putt percentage, and he’s already had some success this season with a T3 at Pebble Beach and a second-place finish at the Masters after losing in a playoff to McIlroy. He also had a T8 at the Arnold Palmer in March. With a lack of talent in the overall field, back Rose to be a mainstay on the leaderboard this week in Canada.

Nicolai Hojgaard (+8000): Consider Hojgaard as a deep sleeper entering this tournament. He’s largely struggled since March but is showing signs of turning things around after a T41 showing at the PGA Championship, where he put together three solid rounds aside from a 77 in the third round that sent him spiraling down the leaderboard. Statistically, Hojgaard is having a solid season, ranking 17th in strokes gained approach to green, 15th in driving distance, 12th in greens in regulation, and 26th in birdie average. He’s still seeking his first PGA Tour win, but he boasts four wins on his resume in Europe.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

May 30, 2025

It’s the penultimate matchup of the 2025 Memorial Cup, as the London Knights take on the Moncton Wildcats, with the winner earning the right to play the Medicine Hat Tigers in the 2025 final. As some of the top junior hockey talent gear up for a massive game, why not raise the stakes of this clash by placing a bet on this year’s Memorial Cup odds?

Below, we’ve featured our best bets and expert predictions for tonight’s big game, allowing you to get some skin in on the game and win with our top moneymaking plays. Don’t wait, lace up your skates, jump the boards, and get ready to score with our Knights vs. Wildcats picks.

All odds courtesy of bet99.

London Knights vs. Moncton Wildcats Picks & Predictions

London Knights -1.5 (+105)

After yet another dominant season in the OHL, the Knights are hungry to continue building upon their recent success. Last year the Knights were upset in the Memorial Cup Final by the host, Saginaw Spirit, so look for them to be motivated as ever entering into this tilt.

In their round-robin matchup with the Wildcats, the Knights took the narrow victory 3-2 in overtime, but the scoreboard doesn’t reflect the actual play on the ice.

From start to finish, it was clear that the Knights were the better squad. Not only did the Knights open the scoring in the matchup within the first two minutes of the contest, but they also dominated time on attack. The Knights heavily outshot the Wildcats, most notably in the third period, as the shots were 16-3 in London’s favour.

Look for the Knights to leave no doubt as to who the superior team is in this matchup, punching their ticket to back-to-back Memorial Cup Finals, covering the puck line as favourites in the process.

Under 7 Goals (-125)

Both teams in this matchup sport some legitimate offensive firepower, but with so much on the line in this contest, expect a low-scoring affair in the Knights vs. Wildcats clash.

In their three round-robin games, the Knights never had a game exceed five total goals. On the other side of this equation, the Wildcats had two of their three games finish under seven goals, but ultimately, their last meeting against the Rimouski Oceanic resulted in eight total goals.

With the under having been a popular trend for both sides in this tournament, expect to see this trend continue. Hammer the under and watch as your bankroll grows while the score stays low during the Knights vs. Wildcats clash.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

May 23, 2025

The time has come for one of the oldest traditions on the F1 calendar, as the Monaco Grand Prix takes place this weekend. With its roots dating back to the first official F1 season in 1950, we’ve seen stars emerge at this race, such as past winners Ayrton Senna, Graham Hill, and Michael Schumacher.

The only way this thrilling event could get any more interesting is by placing a bet on the latest F1 Monaco Grand Prix odds.

Oscar Piastri to Win the Monaco GP

+200

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Below, we’ve featured the latest Formula 1 betting odds, winning betting trends for the race, as well as our expert picks that are sure to boost your bankroll. Don’t wait, check out the current race odds below, head to your preferred sportsbook, and throw down your next winning wager on the 2025 F1 Monaco Grand Prix.

2025 Monaco Grand Prix Odds

Monaco Grand Prix Trends

• Since 2014, Ferrari and Red Bull have dominated at Monaco with eight of the last 10 races being won by either side.
• Coming in as heavy favourites, McLaren hasn’t won the Monaco GP since 2008. This is also notable, as McLaren owns the most wins all-time at the Monaco GP, with 15.
• While Charles Leclerc took the win in 2024, there are three multi-time winners of the Monaco GP in this race: Max Verstappen (2021, 2023), Fernando Alonso (2006, 2007), and Lewis Hamilton (2008, 2016, 2019).
• Ten of the last 15 winners of the Monaco GP have also been polesitters (66.6% win rate).
• Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the fastest lap all-time at the Monaco GP at 1m, 12.909s in 2021.

Charles Leclerc Podium Finish (+125)

Coming off his first victory in Monaco in the 2024 season, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc is primed to repeat with a strong finish in 2025. Having finished as the polesitter in three of the last four Grand Prixs, Leclerc has showcased a proven ability to succeed at this track.

Being the polesitter in this race hasn’t translated into success every time, as Leclerc has only made the podium once, coming from last year’s victory. But, as they say, you’re only as good as your last race, indicating that Leclerc is still a great bet to finish on the podium in Monaco.

While he’s only managed to capture a podium finish once so far this season, look for him to get his season back on track as he scores himself yet another impressive performance at the 2025 Monaco GP.

Both McLaren Cars to Finish on the Podium (-110)

The biggest story in the early stages of the 2025 F1 season has been the dominance of the McLaren Mercedes team, comprising of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Through the first seven races of the season, the dynamic duo has reigned victorious with one of the scoring a first-place finish five times.

Additionally, this season, the two have secured podium finishes in the same race five times. No other team has managed to accomplish the feat to this point.

With their exceptional driving ability and showing no signs of slowing down (literally), look for McLaren to dominate the competition once again as both Piastri and Norris lock up podium finishes at the 2025 Monaco GP.

Longshot Pick: George Russell to Win Outright (+2000)

If you’re looking for a live underdog that has the legs to pull off the upset victory, look no further than Mercedes driver George Russell. The UK product has been solid throughout the 2025 season, currently holding the fourth-place spot in the driver standings.

While Russell hasn’t managed to score a first-place finish yet this season, he’s rightfully due for a dominant showing. Having made the podium in four of the seven races run this season, including a second-place finish in Bahrain, he could be poised for another good run at a track he’s had some previous success on.

Having finished fifth at the Monaco GP in three straight years, look for Russell to finally break free from the pack, scoring his first win of the season, and netting you a sizeable payday with this longshot pick to win.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

May 13, 2025

The second golf major of the calendar year, the 2025 PGA Championship, gets underway Thursday from Quail Hollow Golf & Country Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. With all the best golfers in the world squaring off for this prestigious title, the only way the action could get any more intense is by placing a bet on the latest PGA Championship odds.

Scottie Scheffler to win the PGA Championship

+500

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Below, we’ve featured everything you’ll need to craft a winning bet slip on this weekend’s golf action, including winning betting trends, insight on the Canadians competing, the latest outright odds to win, as well as our top longshot picks to pull off a moneymaking upset on your next ticket.

To get the party started, let’s take a look at some of the latest betting trends from recent PGA Championship events.

• The last 12 winners of the PGA Championship have been in the Top 44 after the first round.
• 11 of the last 12 winners have won at least four events in their careers coming into this tournament.
• Consistency is key, as 11 of the last 12 winners have had at least three top-10 finishes that season.
• The PGA Championship favours the young, with nine of the last 12 winners being 31 years old or younger.
• Experience is needed in order to secure the win at this major, with 11 of the last 12 winners having competed in at least 110 career events.
• Lastly, don’t underrate the cream of the crop, as nine of the last 12 winners have ranked among the top 23 of the World Golf Rankings.

Notable Canadians in the Field

Corey Conners (+5000)

Holding the shortest odds of any Canadian competing at the 2025 PGA Championship, Corey Conners hopes to become the first Canadian to ever win the event.

In the midst of a successful 2025 campaign, Conners has finished in the top 25 in eight of his 12 events played, as well as five top-10 finishes so far this season. In six PGA Championship appearances, Conners has finished in the top 25 three times, narrowly missing the mark in 2024 as he finished T26.

Conners is looked at as a legitimate contender to win the 2025 PGA Championship in the eyes of the oddsmakers as they currently have him slotted within the top 20 of all participants.

After putting forth a strong showing at the 2025 Masters, finishing eighth overall, Conners may be primed to continue his strong play at the majors, notching himself his third top-10 finish at a major in less than two years.

Taylor Pendrith (+17500)

Hoping to score his first win of the 2025 season, Taylor Pendrith will aim to make a splash at the 2025 PGA Championship. The Richmond Hill native has had a solid year thus far, compiling thee top-10 finishes in 13 events played this season.

While Pendrith has proven he possesses tremendous upside once he gets hot, unfortunately he has failed to perform when the lights are at their brightest. Having only successfully made the cut twice in his last five appearances at a major, Pendrith has struggled mightily at the biggest events of the season.

Even with these negative trends in mind, one area for bettors to consider when backing Pendrith is his proven success at Quail Hollow. In two solo events played on the course, Pendrith has finished in the top 10 previously, shooting a 3-under at the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship.

With his proven success at Quail Hollow, Pendrith could be ripe for a surprise finish atop the leaderboard at the 2025 PGA Championship.

Mackenzie Hughes (+20000)

Getting hot at the right time of the season, Mackenzie Hughes could be the best option to win the 2025 PGA Championship of all the Canadians in the field. Having racked up three top-10 finishes in his last four outings, including top-three finishes at the RBC Heritage and Myrtle Beach Classic, Hughes has shown no signs of slowing down.

As the Hamilton product readies himself for another strong showing, he will need to exorcise some demons in order to put forth a respectable finish. In six appearances at the PGA Championship, Hughes has only ever made the cut once, finishing with a lacklustre T58 finish in 2020 for his best final spot at the major.

While he hasn’t managed to find success at the event, Hughes has performed well at Quail Hollow in the past, recently finishing sixth at the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship, with a rock-solid 6-under.

If Hughes is able to get the monkey off his back when it comes to playing for the PGA Championship, he may be able to pick up where he left off and score his first top-20 finish at a major in his career.

Nick Taylor (+30000)

A Canadian golfer holding a plethora of experience on the PGA Tour, Winnipeg’s Nick Taylor hopes to finally capture his first win at a major in his career. Having already won an event in 2025 with a first-place finish at the Sony Open in Hawaii, the best golf of his career could still be ahead of him.

While his longstanding career has been full of various successes, Taylor has struggled at majors. Having failed to make the cut at a major in eight of his last nine outings, Taylor certainly hasn’t shown an ability to compete among the world’s best as of late.

Additionally, Taylor has struggled to perform at Quail Hollow throughout his career, with his best score on the course being even par.

Taylor holds longshot odds and should remain being viewed that way, until he’s able to prove he can secure a respectable finish at a major, his line is essentially untouchable.

Adam Hadwin (+60000)

Lastly, holding the longest odds of any Canadian competing at the 2025 PGA Championship, Moose Jaw’s Adam Hadwin hopes to secure his second career win in style as he claims a major victory this weekend.

Currently trudging through a rough season, Hadwin hasn’t had much success in 2025. With only two top-25 finishes to show for himself in 13 events played, a win at the PGA Championship appears unlikely. While Hadwin did have a sensational run at the 2022 U.S. Open, since then he hasn’t finished in the top 50, missing the cut in back-to-back appearances at a major.

Hadwin hasn’t had much better luck when it comes to his performances at Quail Hollow, with his only two finishes in the negative coming at the 2017-18 and 2018-19 Wells Fargo Championships, since then he has never had a better showing than four-over par.

Holding incredibly unfavourable odds for a reason, steer clear of Hadwin for your 2025 PGA Championship bets as he will need a miracle to secure a respectable finish at this major.

Corey Conners top-20 finish

+188

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Best Outright Odds

Top Longshot Picks to Win

Daniel Berger (+6600)

Looking to score this first event win of the 2025 season, don’t sleep on Daniel Berger at the 2025 PGA Championship. In 12 events played, Berger has finished in the top 25 nine times, showing elite-level consistency throughout the year.

Coming off of a strong performance at the Masters that saw him finish T21, Berger doesn’t wilt under the pressure of these prestigious events.

At +6600 odds, you can’t go wrong backing Berger to pull off the biggest win of his career as he upsets the field and secures his first major victory of his 12-year pro career.

Keith Mitchell (+10000)

If you’re looking for a bonafide moneymaker at the 2025 PGA Championship, then look no further than Keith Mitchell. The University of Georgia alum has proven that he possesses top-tier ability, evident by his two top-10 finishes in 2025, as well as five straight top-20 finishes.

While Mitchell does lack experience at any of the PGA tour majors, he does have experience at Quail Hollow, having played the course four times, including top-10 finishes at the 2018-19 & 2020-21 Wells Fargo Championships.

With his recent hot streak, combined with his history of success on the course, Mitchell could be set for a terrific showing at the 2025 PGA Championship, with very long odds of +10000.

Bud Cauley (+25000)

Last ,but not least, on our list of longshots to watch at the 2025 PGA Championships, secure yourself a sneaky win on your golf bet slips by backing Bud Cauley this weekend. While Cauley may not have the illustrious resume of some 14-year pros, don’t sleep on this legitimate underdog.

In nine events played in 2025, he has already earned three top-10 finishes, only three shy of his career best set back in 2012. Showing reliable consistency from event-to-event, Cauley’s numbers speak for themselves. Only one of 10 golfers on the PGA Tour to rank above average in scoring average, birdie average, driving distance, greens in regulation, and putting, Cauley, at +25000, seems like an enticing price given his current trajectory.

Additionally, while he hasn’t played in a major since 2020, he has made the cut in four his six major appearances. In his last event at Quail Hollow, Cauley finished with a score of 4-under par as he placed 24th at the 2018-19 Wells Fargo Championship.

At +25000, Cauley is more than worth sprinkling a wager on, as he looks to defy the odds and become quite possibly the biggest underdog to ever claim the PGA Championship.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

May 9, 2025

Bringing the action north of the border for the first time in 2026, UFC 315 is going down live from Montreal, Quebec, headlined by two undisputed world title fights. Set to be yet another unforgettable evening of mixed martial arts action, showcasing a plethora of Canadian talent, the only way to increase the excitement level for this event is by placing a bet on it.

Belal Muhammad Moneyline

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That’s why at CSB, we’ve compiled all the best odds, picks, and predictions into one place so you can maximize your winning potential on every fight scheduled for UFC 315. Don’t wait, score a knockout over the oddsmakers this weekend with our expert betting preview and make the most out of the latest UFC 315 odds.

Benoit Saint-Denis vs. Kyle Prepolec

Best Odds on Saint-Denis to Win: bet365 (-1000)
Best Odds on Prepolec to Win: Sports Interaction (+725)

Kicking off the main card of UFC 315 with a matchup that’s sure to bring fireworks inside the Octagon, Benoit “God of War” Saint-Denis will look to get back into the win column against returning Canadian fighter, Kyle “Killshot” Prepolec.

After taking this fight on just a week’s notice after Joel Alvarez was ruled out of the bout due to injury, Prepolec jumped at the opportunity to get himself back into the premier MMA organization, competing in front of his home country to boot.

A former UFC fighter, Prepolec went 0-2 in his first stint with the company, and is hungry to prove he belongs. Awaiting him across the cage, however, is the toughest test of his 18-year MMA career.

There’s nothing more dangerous than a wounded animal, and that’s the mentality you can expect to see from Saint-Denis heading into this matchup. Looking to bounce back in a major way, after suffering back-to-back knockout losses to Dustin Poirier and Renato Moicano, BSD will need to put forth a dominant performance in order to put himself back into the upper echelon of the UFC lightweight division.

While both fighters have a rich history of scoring victories inside the distance, look for the world-class ability of Saint-Denis to prove too great for Prepolec. With Prepolec having never been knocked out over 26 pro bouts, look for Saint-Denis to instead bring the fight to the ground early on, locking in a fight-ending submission and scoring an early win in the process.

Prediction: Saint-Denis by SUB (+130 @ bet365).

Alexa Grasso vs. Natalia Silva

Best Odds on Grasso to Win: bet365 (+200)
Best Odds on Silva to Win: BetVictor (-250)

In a high-stakes clash between two of the top women’s flyweight fighters in the world, Natalia Silva will look to punch her ticket for a world title shot with a victory over former undisputed title holder, Alexa Grasso.

Coming off of a lacklustre performance against all-time great Valentina Schevchenko at UFC Noche, Grasso has her hands full in this main card scrap. Taking on a surging contender, look for her to suffer back-to-back losses for the first time in her career as Silva takes the win by decision.

Undefeated in the UFC, Silva has been a wrecking ball since ing the organization. With six wins, including two by knockout, Silva has proven herself to be the complete package. Sporting a crisp and dangerous standup striking ability, reliable grappling game, and tremendous athleticism that allows her to keep up pressure into the latter stages of a fight, Silva has world title potential in spades.

Hot off the heels of a one-sided beatdown against former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade, expect to see Silva continue her dominant ways as she overwhelms Grasso on the feet, avoiding any unnecessary risks, and vaulting her way into the world title picture as she cruises to a win on the judges’ scorecards.

Prediction: Silva by DEC (-134 @ TonyBet)

Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi

Best Odds on Aldo to Win: BetVictor (-188)
Best Odds on Zahabi to Win: Sports Interaction (+170)

Hoping to set his hometown crowd ablaze, Montreal-native Aiemann Zahabi will go toe-to-toe with a legend of the sport in Jose “Junior” Aldo at UFC 315.

Since returning to the sport after brief retirement that saw him inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as allowed him to compete in a trio of boxing matches, Aldo hasn’t missed a step. Still one of the most well-polished and high IQ fighters the UFC has ever seen, Aldo is a tough matchup for any opponent on any given night.

Facing a red-hot Zahabi with his home crowd behind him, look for Aldo to play spoiler as he takes the win by decision.

While Zahabi has looked terrific in his UFC tenure, going 6-2 overall, including his current five-fight win streak, he has never faced someone of Aldo’s calibre. Having shared the Octagon with some of the biggest names in the sport’s history, there’s really nothing Zahabi can throw at Aldo that he can’t handle.

Coming off of a controversial split decision loss to Mario Bautista in his last bout, Aldo can’t afford to lose at this point of his career if he ever hopes to once again reclaim his spot atop the featherweight division.

Bank on Zahabi to be used as a stepping stone for Aldo’s late-career resurgence, as he notches the win by decision to the dismay of the Montreal crowd.

Prediction: Aldo by DEC (-110 @ TonyBet)

Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot

Best Odds on Shevchenko to Win: Sports Interaction (+110)
Best Odds on Fiorot to Win: BET99 (-135)

In what’s sure to be an all-out banger for the undisputed women’s flyweight championship, Valentina “Bullet” Shevchenko defends her title against French phenom, Manon “The Beast” Fiorot.

While Fiorot possesses an undefeated streak in the UFC, as well as a slight size advantage against the champ, expect this bout to be a easy victory for Shevchenko as she scores the win by decision.

I’m honestly shocked to see Shevchenko at plus-money in this bout. Having steadily improved her game throughout her career, Shevchenko is still a premier fighter at her advanced age. Taking on a challenger in Fiorot that’s only two years younger than her and has far less experience, there really isn’t any pathway to victory for The Beast.

Shevchenko is the superior fighter on the feet, she’s the superior fighter on the ground, and she has double the amount of Octagon experience compared to her opponent. Fiorot has shown glimpses of tremendous upside, but even as she heads into the biggest fight of her career, she’s still incredibly raw.

Expect Shevchenko to dominate this fight from start to finish, easily winning the fight round-by-round, and score yourself a major boost to your bankroll as The Bullet exterminates the Beast.

Prediction: Schevchenko by DEC (+210 @ TonyBet)

Valentina Shevchenko Moneyline

+110

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Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena

Best Odds on Muhammad to Win: bet365 (-175)
Best Odds on Maddalena to Win: BetVictor (+175)

Capping off UFC 315 with a can’t-miss bout with the undisputed welterweight title up for grabs, Belal “ the Name” Muhammad looks to make his first successful title defence against Jack Della Maddalena.

Say what you will about Muhammad, but the guy knows how to win. Currently riding an 11-fight unbeaten streak, including wins over notable names such as Leon Edwards, Stephen Thompson, and Sean Brady, Muhammad has mastered his game plan and has yet to find an opponent that can stop it.

Heavily reliant on his standout wrestling ability, Muhammad wastes no time bringing the fight to the ground, controlling the fight over the course of the scrap. With his high-pressure fight style, we can expect to see Muhammad dictate the pace of the fight, draining the Aussie striker Maddalena in his first taste of five-round action.

While Maddalena will have a puncher’s chance throughout the clash, Muhammad has shown increased defensive striking ability after suffering devastating KO losses early on in his UFC career. Inversely, JDM has struggled mightily against grapplers who pale in comparison to Muhammad (see Basil Haffez fight).

With a major advantage in five-round fight experience, superior grappling, and unwavering confidence, bank on Muhammad to score the decision victory so you can end off your UFC 315 betting experience with a win.

Prediction: Muhammad by DEC (+100 @ BetVictor)

UFC 315 Prelim Picks

Don’t just bet on the main card action of UFC 315, instead net your first winning wager on the prelim matchups scheduled for this event. Below you can find each of our juicy UFC 315 odds picks so you can kickstart your winning evening with these profitable prop bets.

• Almakhan by DEC (+130)
• Santos by KO/TKO/DQ (+400)
• Silva by KO/TKO/DQ (+220)
• Stirling by KO/TKO/DQ (-110)
• Bukauskas by KO/TKO/DQ (+275)
• Jasudavicius by DEC (+120)
• Malott by KO/TKO/DQ (+275)

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

May 2, 2025

Making its long-awaited return to one of the original destinations in the company’s history, UFC Des Moines is set to bring the heat to Iowa. In its first time hosting an event in the Hawkeye state since UFC 26, this weekend’s Fight Night is a banger, headlined by a clash between top-ranked bantamweights Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo.

The only way the action of UFC Des Moines could get any better, is by getting some skin in on the fights with our comprehensive Fight Night betting preview.

Cory Sandhagen Moneyline

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Below, we’ve featured the best UFC Des Moines odds so you can maximize your winning potential on all your bets placed. Additionally, we’ve also supplied our top moneymaking picks and predictions so you can score a knockout over the oddsmakers this evening.

Don’t wait, strap on the gloves, come out swinging, and see if you’ve got what it takes to cash-in on the thrills at UFC Des Moines.

Jeremy Stephens vs. Mason Jones

Best Odds on Stephens to Win: Pinnacle (+426)
Best Odds on Jones to Win: bet365 (-550)

Kicking off the main card with a clash between two fighters looking to make a statement in their second UFC stints, Jeremy “Lil’ Heathen” Stephens takes on Mason “The Dragon” Jones.

After revitalizing his combat sports career as one of the premier bare-knuckle boxers on the planet, Stephens has earned his way back to the UFC where he hopes to recapture some of the momentum that once had him placed among the elites of the lightweight division.

While Stephens has proven that he still has plenty of gas left in the tank when it comes to his fighting career, look for him to suffer yet another bump in the road as he takes the loss to Jones.

Also making his return to the UFC after an unsuccessful first run in the organization that saw him go 1-2-1, Jones has since strung together four straight wins at Cage Warriors, three of which coming by knockout. Coming into the prime of his career, Jones is primed to utilize his superior athleticism and size to best the Octagon veteran Stephens in the main card opener.

While both fighters have proven knockout power, look for them both to respect the others’ abilities, instead opting for a clean, back-and-forth bout. Expect to see the three-inch reach advantage of Jones to come into play throughout the bout as he cruises to the win on the judges’ scorecards, notching the victory in his UFC return.

Prediction: Jones to Win by Decision (+170 @ NorthStar Bets)

Cameron Smotherman vs. Serhiy Sidey

Best Odds on Smotherman to Win: NorthStar Bets (+112)
Best Odds on Sidey to Win: Sports Interaction (-135)

Next up on the main card is a competitive matchup between Dana White’s Contender Series alumni, as Cameron “The Baby-Faced Killer” Smotherman takes on Canadian Serhiy Sidey.

Holding a distinct size advantage in this matchup, back the Canadian fighter Sidey to get the job done on the judges’ scorecards.

Having put together an exciting, yet brief, UFC tenure, Sidey is hot off the heels of a thrilling split decision victory against a tough opponent in Garrett Armfield. Having shown top-tier skills at all areas of the fight game, Sidey has all the tools needed to rack up wins inside the Octagon.

While Smotherman is also coming off of a win in his own right, he simply isn’t as dangerous as his opponent. Having been finished by knockout twice in his pro-MMA career, this shows he is susceptible to taking big shots and absorbing damage, a stark contrast to Sidey who has never been finished in 13 pro fights.

Primed to begin his latest win streak, look for Sidey to go the distance for the third straight time, getting his hand raised and notching you an easy +190 payday.

Prediction: Sidey to Win by Decision (+190 @ BET99)

Montel Jackson vs. Daniel Marcos

Best Odds on Jackson to Win: Pinnacle (-190)
Best Odds on Marcos to Win: bet365 (+170)

In a potential Fight of the Night contender, you won’t want to miss the clash between Montel “Quik” Jackson and Daniel “Soncora” Marcos. While Marcos has remained perfect throughout his MMA career, look for him to taste defeat for the first time as Jackson shuts him down, picking up the win by knockout.

Having racked up back-to-back first-round knockouts, Jackson has continued to evolve and improve every time he steps into the Octagon. While Marcos has looked equally as impressive in his UFC tenure, he has escaped with split decision wins in two of his four UFC wins.

With his skillset having been tested, and his weaknesses put on full display, expect to see Jackson blast Marcos with vicious shots early in the fight, sending the Peruvian fighter crashing to the canvas, and notching his third straight knockout win as he hands Marcos his first career loss.

Prediction: Jackson to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+360 @ NorthStar Bets)

Santiago Ponzinibbio vs. Daniel Rodriguez

Best Odds on Ponzinibbio to Win: Pinnacle (-108)
Best Odds on Rodriguez to Win: bet365 (+100)

Pitting two savvy veterans of the sport up against one another, only one fighter can remain in the win column as Santiago “Aregntine Dagger” Ponzinibbio takes on Daniel “D-Rod” Rodriguez.

With both fighters seemingly in the twilight of their careers, a loss here could spell the end of their UFC tenures. As the stakes could potentially be at their highest, we strongly advise backing Ponzinibbio to take the win by decision against Rodriguez.

Having participated in 15 more professional fights, as well as against tougher competition, Ponzinibbio is not just battle-tested, but is a proven top-tier combatant. While Rodriguez had a solid four-fight win streak from 2021-22, much of those wins came against past-their-prime fighters, as well as a highly-disputed split decision against Jingliang Li.

The far superior fighter on the feet, as well as the better grappler, look for Ponzinibbio to continue his final surge of his UFC career, earning the decision win against Rodriguez in Des Moines.

Prediction: Ponzinibbio to Win by Decision (+215 @ NorthStar Bets)

Reinier de Ridder vs. Bo Nickal

Best Odds on de Ridder to Win: Pinnacle (+271)
Best Odds on Nickal to Win: Sports Interaction (-325)

A thrilling co-main event that could have major ramifications throughout the UFC middleweight rankings, Reinier “RDR” de Ridder and Bo Nickal will do battle in a can’t-miss clash.

Both fighters sport undefeated records in the UFC, with no shortage of hype behind them ever since ing the organization. With de Ridder having established himself as a premier mixed martial artist in ONE as a former double-champion, look for him to pull off the shocking upset victory over the collegiate wrestling great, Nickal.

In an intriguing duel pitting jiu-jitsu against wrestling, look for the versatile skillset of de Ridder to provide him with a winning edge over Nickal. While Nickal has put forth impressive showings in his brief MMA career, the former Nittany Lion hasn’t fully lived up the hype he entered with.

After putting up a boring snoozefest of a clash against Paul Craig his last time out, Nickal has failed to show the expected development the MMA world had hoped to see at this point of his career. Meanwhile, in just two months, de Ridder has put his name firmly on the map in the UFC middleweight division, notching back-to-back first-round submission wins over tough competition in Gerald Meerschaert and Kevin Holland.

With this in mind, look for the more experienced, bigger, and versatile de Ridder to negate the dangerous offerings of Nickal, instead baiting him into a grappling exchange where he can lock in a fight-ending submission. At +790, de Ridder by submission is a bonafide bankroll booster that you won’t want to miss out on.

Prediction: de Ridder to Win by Submission (+790 @ BET99)

Reinier de Ridder Moneyline

+260

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Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo

Best Odds on Sandhagen to Win: NorthStar Bets (-480)
Best Odds on Figueiredo to Win: Pinnacle (+406)

Capping of the evening with a highly-anticipated clash between two of the most exciting combatants on the UFC roster, Cory “Sandman” Sandhagen takes on Deiveson “God of War” Figueiredo.

While Figueiredo has been impressive since jumping up in weight to the bantamweight division, look for him to suffer back-to-back losses for the first time ever in his career as Sandhagen continues to rally and make a push for the elusive undisputed gold.

Both fighters in this matchup are as well-rounded as they come, but both of them truly excel in standup exchanges. With highlight-reel finishes galore on both of their resumes, look for this matchup to largely be determined by who’s able to get the better of their opponent on the feet.

Widely viewed as the faster, more creative striker, Sandhagen also holds a distinct six-inch advantage in height, as well as two inches in reach. With his ability to keep Figueiredo at bay while landing solid shots of his own, look for Sandhagen to slowly pick away at the former lightweight champion as he gets back into the win column by the conclusion of this main event bout.

With both Sandhagen having gone the distance in three straight fights, three of his last four for Figueiredo, expect these two experienced five-round fighters to mitigate their gas tanks accordingly, taking this matchup to the judges, with Sandhagen picking up the victory.

Prediction: Sandhagen to Win by Decision (-141 @ NorthStar Bets)

UFC Des Moines Prelim Picks

Not only are there awesome matchups scheduled on the main card of this weekend’s Fight Night card, but the prelims of UFC Des Moines are jam-packed with must-see tilts. Featuring prominent names of the sport, such as Meisha Tate, Azamat Bekoev, and Canadian Gillian Robertson, score yourself a big win before the main card even begins with our UFC Des Moines prelim picks below.

• Petrovich to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+650)
• Mayes to Win by Decision (+550)
• Le to Win by Submission (+800)
• Robertson to Win by Decision (+100)
• Bekoev to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+210)
• Tate to Win by Submission (+500)

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April 22, 2025

Set to usher in the latest crop of NFL stars live from Green Bay, Wisconsin, the 2025 NFL Draft features several highly-touted prospects that are projected to take the league by storm. With each team set to be on the clock, why not get some skin in on this year’s draft like your in the War Room yourself by placing a bet on the latest NFL Draft odds.

At CSB, we’ve featured some of our expert picks on this year’s event with our 2025 NFL Draft betting preview. Below you can find several moneymaking bets that are sure to have your bankroll booming by the time the first round comes to a close.

Don’t wait, check out our list of the top NFL betting sites in Canada, sign up, and place your first bet on the 2025 NFL Draft odds today.

Our 2025 NFL Draft Betting Picks

Sites like bet365, Sports Interaction, and BET99 offer the best NFL draft odds coming up on April 24th, so be sure to sign up and get your bets ready for draft day. Scroll down for our top betting picks to cash in on this weekend.

Abdul Carter: Drafted Second Overall (+600)

In what’s set to be a nail-biting start to the 2025 NFL Draft, look for Penn State edge-rusher, Abdul Carter to have his name called as the second pick in this year’s draft class.

With Miami quarterback, Cam Ward the consensus first overall pick, this leaves the second overall selection between Carter and Heisman winner, Travis Hunter. While Hunter currently has strong odds indicating that he will be taken second overall, we wouldn’t bank on that becoming a fact.

As the Cleveland Browns are currently positioned to draft with the second overall pick, we can see them continue to bolster their front-seven, rather than opting-into the dual-threat ability of Hunter. While Hunter is truly a one of a kind player, there’s still plenty of speculation as to his ability to become elite at either position at the NFL level.

From a team needs perspective, Carter may be the better fit for the Browns as well. In the rough-and-tumble AFC North, trench warfare is often how the division is won. After inking Myles Garrett to a lucrative extension this offseason, pairing Carter with him could create one of the leagues most fearsome -rushing duos, while positioning themselves to maintain an elite defensive line for years to come.

There was a brief time where Carter was looked at as a potential number-one pick, making his case to be selected second overall a legitimate one. At +475 NFL draft odds, this is a great way to kickoff your NFL Draft bets with a bang.

Abdul Carter to Be Drafted Second Overall

+600

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Mason Graham: Drafted in the Top 5 (+180)

Primed to become the first interior defensive lineman selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, Michigan’s Mason Graham is a name to watch within the Top 5. With the consensus Top 3 of Ward, Carter, and Hunter seemingly a lock, this leaves just two spots open for Graham to have his name called, something we see having a great chance of happening, with plus-money attached to it.

The likely spot for Graham would be as the fifth overall draft choice to the Jacksonville Jaguars, as tackle Will Campbell from LSU is a popular pick to head to the New England Patriots at four. The Jags were putrid in stopping the run in 2024, allowing 132.6 yards against per game, ninth-worst across the entire NFL.

Needing a major boost to their porous defense, look for Graham to be the answer to their current issues, filling a massive hole in their roster, as well as adding a healthy dose of winnings into your balance.

Mason Graham Drafted in the Top 5

+180

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Matthew Golden: First Wide Receiver Drafted (+225)

In a somewhat down year for wide receivers in entering into the NFL Draft, look for Texas wideout Matthew Golden to be the first wide receiver drafted this year.

After a successful junior year as a member of the Longhorns, Golden racked up 987 yards and nine touchdowns in his final year of his collegiate career. Further bolstering his draft stock during the NFL combine, ing the fastest 40-yard dash time of any wide receiver, second-fastest overall, Golden has the makings of the next great NFL wideout.

The only competition Golden has in the first round of the NFL Draft comes from Arizona Wildcat, Tetairoa McMillan, who had back-to-back sensational seasons within the PAC-12.

In the eyes of most analysts, this decision could boil down to a coin flip, but with the Dallas Cowboys likely to be the team that takes a receiver off the board first in this year’s draft, look for them to select from within the Lone Star State, taking Golden over McMillan and cashing this juicy NFL Draft prop bet.

Matthew Golden to be the First Wide Receiver Drafted

+225

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Mykel Williams: Over 15.5 Draft Position (+400)

One of the top defensive prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, look for Georgia EDGE, Mykel Williams to fall in this year’s draft as he is selected after the 15th overall pick.

In a loaded draft class when it comes to defensive lineman, Williams is set to be the odd man out. Competing with the likes of Abdul Carter, Mike Green, Shemar Stewart, and Donovan Ezeiruaku, Williams likelihood of becoming a high draft pick is slim to none. While he will still be a first round pick the names featured ahead of him have proven they possess far greater upside and potential down the road of their careers.

After breaking out in his freshman season in which his Georgia Bulldogs captured the National Championship, he never truly improved from that season on. With his stats staying about the same for the entirety of his college career, look for NFL franchises to look elsewhere when selecting the -rusher for the future.

We project Williams to fall into the final few picks of the first round, with the Detroit Lions at #28 looking like a realistic scenario for the big man to be drafted at, well below the 15th spot oddsmakers see him going at.

Mykel Williams Under 15.5 Draft Position

-600

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Under 2.5 Wide Receivers Drafted in the First Round (+300)

As mentioned above when discussing who will be the first wide receiver off the board in the 2025 NFL Draft, this bet goes hand-in-hand with the weak talent pool available at the position. With Travis Hunter counting as a cornerback in the eyes of oddsmakers, Matthew Golden and Tetairoa McMillan are the only wideouts that will be drafted in the first round, meaning the Under 2.5 mark is a certified moneymaker for this year’s draft.

While some mock drafts may have players such as Luther Burden III, Emeka Egbuka, and Elic Ayomanor included in their first round projections, this is a very unlikely scenario. With most teams across the league possessing an established wide reciever corps., coupled with the superior depth of talent at other positions in the 2025 NFL Draft, it’s likely to see the second and third rounds be where we see receivers flying off the board at a high-rate.

Fade the amount of wide receivers drafted in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft and cash-in on this profitable prop bet market in this year’s selection process.

Under 2.5 Wide Receivers Drafted in the First Round

+300

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

April 17, 2025

The 2025 NBA Playoffs are officially upon us as we will soon find out who’s the best team in all of professional basketball. While there are several heavy betting favourites, such as the Oklahoma City Thunder, Boston Celtics, and Cleveland Cavaliers, let’s take a look at some of the top contenders with the best long odds to win the 2025 NBA Championship.

Oklahoma City Thunder to Win the 2025 NBA Championship

+180

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Below we’ve featured our top 2025 NBA Championship longshot picks so you can score a massive payday on the final result of the NBA Playoffs. Each of the teams mentioned here hold both profitable odds as well as a legitimate shot to compete for a title this postseason.

Learn how you can boost your bankroll with our top moneymaking NBA futures predictions, and place a wager on our NBA Championship longshot picks today.

New York Knicks (+3300)

After going all-in this offseason in order to compete for an NBA Championship in 2025, the New York Knicks are in a great position to reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.

By adding All-Star talents in Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges into their lineup, alongside the sensational play of Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, the Knicks have been consistently within the top of the Eastern Conference standings this year.

Possessing one of the best offences in the NBA, the Knicks are able to light up the scoreboard on any given night thanks to their high-paced and versatile offensive game plan. Additionally to their standout offence, head coach Tom Thibodeau has kept his team dialed in defensively, sitting within the top half of the league in defensive rating.

With star power, depth, and postseason experience, the Knicks could be ripe for an upset as they’ll likely meet the Celtics in the Eastern Semi-Finals, a team they were specifically designed to defeat. If they’re able to get past the defending NBA Champions, there may be no stopping the Knicks from claiming their first Larry O’Brien Trophy since 1973.

Minnesota Timberwolves (+5500)

While they don’t hold a favourable seed amidst a heated Western Conference playoff bracket, the Minnesota Timberwolves may be the most slept on squad heading into the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

After reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2024, the Timberwolves made a blockbuster move by sending longtime franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. With improved depth within their lineup, coupled with the emergence of Anthony Edwards as a bonafide superstar, the T-Wolves have been amongst the league’s best throughout the 2024-25 NBA season.

There no doubt were some rough patches over the course of the regular season, but since the All-Star break, the Timberwolves had the fifth-best record in the NBA, going 18-8 during the final stretch of the year.

A major indicator of the Timberwolves’ championship ceiling is their impressive overall team stats. Brandishing the fourth-best Net Rating and +/- across the NBA, the T-Wolves have been a sensational two-way ball team that can hang with the league’s best on any given night.

Behind All-Star Anthony Edwards, four-time Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert, and a cast of top-notch producers up-and-down their lineup, don’t be surprised to see the Timberwolves shock the basketball world as they claim the 2025 NBA Championship.

Minnesota Timberwolves to Win the 2025 NBA Championship

+5500

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Houston Rockets (+8000)

Possessing insane value when you consider their standing in the Western Conference and their overall success in the regular season, you won’t find any better value than the NBA Championship odds for the second-seed in the West, the Houston Rockets.

After exploding in overall production in 2025, the Rockets saw their win total rise by 11 from last season, positioning themselves in an opportune scenario throughout their 2025 NBA title run.

While it’s true that the Rockets are a young team at their core, they surprisingly still sport an average age of 26.44, 13th-oldest across the Association. With their mix of young rising stars, as well as grizzled, battle-tested veterans such as Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, the Rockets should have no trouble performing under the bright lights of the postseason.

Even though their overall experience may pale in comparison to the likes of their first-round series opponent, the Golden State Warriors, their well-rounded roster can’t be counted out this early on.

Lastly, as the two-seed in the West, they will have home-court advantage all the way through the postseason until a potential Conference Finals clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Even in the NBA Finals, only the Cavaliers and Celtics would hold a home-floor advantage over the Rockets, a pivotal wining factor to take into consideration.

at +8000, back the Rockets to go on a deep postseason shuttle as they set for liftoff into a new era of Houston hoops, shooting for the stars, and potentially landing within the NBA Finals for the first time since 1995.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

April 11, 2025

Making its return to South Beach, UFC 314 is sure to bring the heat to Miami as we’ve got a stacked card in store for us on Saturday night. Headlined by a featherweight title fight between former champion Alexander Volkanovski vs. surging contender Diego Lopes, this is set to be an unforgettable evening of mixed martial arts.

Alexander Volkanovski Moneyline

-125

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The only way the action inside the Octagon can get any better is by placing a bet on each of the main card bouts on tap this weekend.

At CSB, we’re here to help you boost your bankroll and score a knockout over the oddsmakers with our UFC 314 odds, betting preview, and predictions. Below we’ve provided where you can secure the best odds possible on UFC 314, as well as our expert picks for the method of victory for each main card scrap.

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Nikita Krylov vs. Dominick Reyes

Best Odds on Krylov to Win: Pinnacle (-169)
Best Odds on Reyes to Win: Sports Interaction (+155)

Kicking off the main card with a battle between two battle-tested veterans in the light heavyweight division, Nikita “The Miner” Krylov takes on Dominick “The Devastator” Reyes.

Pitting two decorated finishers against one another generally leads to a short-lived bout, but look for this trend to get bucked as the fight goes the distance, with Krylov getting his hand raised at the end of the matchup.

While Reyes is currently experiencing a bit of a career revival having won back-to-back fights by knockout, don’t expect to see him have similar success against Krylov. Making his first trip to the Octagon since May of 2023, Krylov has won three straight fights, including two first-round finishes.

With Krylov possessing a much more well-rounded skillset compared to his opponent, look for him to have no trouble mixing up his strategy against Reyes throughout the fight, avoiding any dangerous striking attempts by his opponent.

Entering into his 40th professional MMA bout, Krylov has only ever been knocked out once in his career, with this loss coming in 2013 in his UFC debut. With his ability to stay within the fight, while also serving as a dangerous force himself, look for a dominant showing from Krylov as he cruises to a victory on the judges’ scorecards, securing you an early payday on your UFC 314 bets.

Prediction: Krylov to Win by Decision (+350 @ Sports Interaction)

Yair Rodriguez vs. Patricio Pitbull

Best Odds on Rodriguez to Win: Pinnacle (-196)
Best Odds on Pitbull to Win: bet365 (+170)

In what’s sure to be a thrilling contest between two exciting fighters, look for Yair Rodriguez to spoil the UFC debut of Patricio Pitbull by picking up the decision victory.

Making his long-awaited debut in the UFC, Pitbull has been one of the most successful fighters outside of the organization for several years. Having won four title bouts in Bellator across both featherweight and lightweight, he will serve as a great matchup against former interim UFC featherweight champion, Rodriguez.

Both combatants have built an impressive resume of jaw-dropping finishes, but expect to see this fight take a slower pace as they look to avoid being added to one another’s highlight reel.

The major deciding factor in this bout ultimately comes down to the massive size advantage in favour of Rodriguez. Sporting a five-inch advantage in height, and a six-inch advantage in reach, Rodriguez is poised to control the action of the matchup, landing first, while also managing his distance from Pitbull.

In what’s sure to be a competitive bout, back Rodriguez to get back into the win column with a decision victory over Pitbull.

Prediction: Rodriguez to Win by Decision (+130 @ Betway)

Bryce Mitchell vs. Jean Silva

Best Odds on Mitchell to Win: bet365 (+200)
Best Odds on Silva to Win: Betway (-225)

In what many are calling “the people’s main event”, Bryce “Thug Nasty” Mitchell will take on Jean “Lord” Silva.

With legitimate bad blood having developed between both fighters, with Silva calling out Mitchell’s porous public opinions, and Mitchell accusing Silva of using black magic on him (welcome to the world of MMA), look for both fighters to try and end this rivalry soundly inside the distance.

In a clash of styles between the grappling-heavy Mitchell and the stand-and-bang Silva, look for the Brazilian kickboxer to shut the lights out for his opponent, picking up the knockout victory.

While Mitchell had a solid start to his UFC career, he has certainly struggled against top-tier opponents. With brutal and downright scary losses suffered at the hands of Ilia Topuria and Josh Emmett, Mitchell is in a bad position once again against Silva who’s done nothing but inflict pain on his opponents in the UFC.

Currently undefeated under the UFC banner, Silva has won four straight fights by KO/TKO. With Mitchell’s chin seemingly a cause for a concern, look for Silva to make good on his word, knocking some sense into Thug Nasty, and continuing his ascent toward the top of the featherweight rankings.

Prediction: Silva to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+120 @ Betway)

Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett

Best Odds on Chandler to Win: bet365 (+130)
Best Odds on Pimblett to Win: Pinnacle (-149)

In a must-see five-round co-main event, two of the biggest names in the lightweight division will go toe-to-toe as “Iron” Michael Chandler takes on Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett.

Pitting two of the biggest personalities against one another as they look to earn their way into title contention at 155 lbs, look for the hype train of Pimblett to get derailed as Chandler racks up the knockout victory.

Having built a career as one of the hardest-hitting lightweights on the planet, Chandler is always a threat to finish a fight in the blink of an eye. While his UFC tenure has resulted in more losses than wins, he has consistently put forth competitive showings against the elite of the lightweight division such as Charles Oliveira, Justin Gaethje, and Dustin Poirier.

Meanwhile, Paddy The Baddy has managed to remain undefeated in the UFC, but the level of competition he’s faced has been downright mediocre. With his biggest win having come over a 37-year-old Bobby Green, look for this fight to show the massive holes in his skillset.

One of the biggest red flags in Pimblett’s game is notably in his standup. Having already called for a slugfest on the feet, this would play directly into Chandler’s hands. We’ve seen Pimblett get wobbled by the likes of Luigi Vendramini and Jared Gordon in his UFC tenure, fighters whose knockout power pales in comparison to that of Iron Mike.

With his inability to keep his hands up and avoid big shots, expect to see Pimblett crash to the canvas early on in this fight, with Chandler standing tall and getting himself yet another highlight-reel victory at the expense of the contender from Liverpool.

Prediction: Chandler to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+300 @ Betway)

Michael Chandler Moneyline

+125

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Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes

Best Odds on Volkanovski to Win: Sports Interaction (-125)
Best Odds on Lopes to Win: Pinnacle (+112)

Making his long-awaited return to the Octagon after having his historic title reign come to an end against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298, Alexander “The Great” Volkanovski will look to reclaim his gold against phenom Diego Lopes.

In just a brief time, Lopes has gone from a nobody to one of the biggest names in the UFC in just two years. Having won five straight bouts, three of which coming by first-round finish, look for Lopes to have his momentum halted by the GOAT of the featherweight division.

While there are legitimate concerns regarding the chin of Volkanovski after having been knocked out cold in his last two fights, those loses came against two of the pound-for-pound best fighters in the prime of their careers.

Lopes has certainly proven himself to be an elite talent, but he isn’t at the level of competition that’s been able to best Alexander the Great. With a suspect gas tank that was fully exposed in his last matchup against Dan Ige, who took the fight on just four hours of notice, this has raised major concerns around Lopes’ ability to last during a five-round bout.

Having built his career in five-round championship fights, look for Volkanovski to slowly wear down his opponent, taking the fight into deep waters before finally exploding and putting the finishing touches against Lopes in the fourth or fifth round of the fight.

For a great example of how this fight can play out, re-watch Volks’ impressive title defence against Yair Rodriguez in 2023, with the same result to follow, a knockout win for the Aussie fighter.

Prediction: Volkanovski to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+300 @ bet365)

UFC 314 Prelim Picks

Not only are there sensational matchups scheduled throughout the main card of UFC 314, but don’t miss out on any of the action during the prelims. With competitive bouts scheduled from start-to-finish, score a big win before the main card begins with our UFC 314 prelim picks.

• Cornolle to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+450)
• Tulio to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+105)
• Sumudaerji to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+300)
• Dumas to Win by SUB (+700)
• Erosa to Win by DEC (+162)
• Hooper to Win by DEC (+187)
• Jandiroba to Win by DEC (+187)
• Woodson to Win by DEC (-105)

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Written by: Greg Warren

April 8, 2025

It might not feel like spring across many parts of Canada, but golf season is about to kick into high gear with the 89th edition of the Masters being played later this week.

Ninety-five players will be teeing it up at Augusta National Golf Club this week for the first major championship of the 2025 season, but last year’s champion, Scottie Scheffler, is once again the betting favourite (around +450 odds) at online sportsbooks. Scheffler, currently No. 1 in the World Golf Rankings, is seeking his third green jacket and has never finished outside of the top 20 in his five starts at the event.

Scottie Scheffler to win the Masters

+450

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Not far behind Scheffer in the outright betting markets is Rory McIlroy, who is desperate to complete his career grand slam of the golf majors with a win at Augusta this week. Most sportsbooks have the Irishman at +650 odds to finally claim a green jacket in his 17th Masters start. He finished T22 last year at Augusta and his best finish was second in 2022.

Here are a few Masters betting trends to consider before placing your wagers:

• Each of the past 10 winners had been in the top 30 in the World Golf Rankings.
• 15 of the past 16 winners had ranked inside the top 50 in driving distance.
• 12 of the past 14 winners had at least four professional wins worldwide.
• No first-timer has won the Masters since 1979 (Fuzzy Zoeller).
• 22 of the past 25 winners finished in the top 40 of the previous Masters.
• 21 of the past 26 winners had played in at least three previous Masters before their win at Augusta.

Notable Canadians in the field

Corey Conners (longest outright odds +5000 at Sports Interaction): Conners will be making his eighth Masters start after finishing T38 last year. He had a nice run at this course in 2022 and 2021, finishing T6 and T8, respectively. His form is solid right now, finishing in the top 18 in each of his last four events, including three top-10 results.

Taylor Pendrith (longest odds +12500 at bet365): Pendrith will be making his Masters debut, and he’s off to a solid start this season with four top-15 finishes. He’s also in fine recent form, posting a T5 result at the Texas Open at the end of March.

Nick Taylor (longest outright odds +25000 @ at Sports Interaction): Taylor will be making his third Masters start after missing the cut last year, but he did post a T29 result at Augusta in 2020, though. Taylor posted a win at the Sony Open in January but he’s missed the cut in back-to-back events heading into the Masters.

Mike Weir (longest odds +200000 at NorthStar Bets): It’s another victory lap for Weir at Augusta, and making the cut this year will be the goal of the 2003 champion, something he hasn’t done since 2020 when he finished T51.

Best outright odds

Three longshots to back

Russell Henley (+4500 to win at NorthStar Bets): I think we’re getting outstanding value on Henley here as a longshot at +4500. He’ll be making his ninth start at Augusta, with his best finish a T4 back in 2023. He’s made the cut in each of his last seven trips to Augusta, finishing in the top 15 in three of his last five starts there. Perhaps more importantly, Henley is off to a blistering start in 2025, notching a win last month at the Arnold Palmer and three other top-10 finishes. He’s also fitting the bill from an analytics perspective, ranking sixth in total strokes gained, 11th in driving accuracy, third in greens in regulation percentage, 10th in putting average, and fifth in scoring average on tour this season. Oh, and he’s a Georgia native that was born just two hours away from Augusta in Macon and played his collegiate golf at the University of Georgia.

Russell Henley to win the Masters

+4500

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Will Zalatoris (+5500 to win at NorthStar Bets): Zalatoris will be making his fourth start at Augusta, and he’s finished inside the top 10 in all three of his previous appearances at the Masters, including a second-place finish in 2021. He’s been on the doorstep of winning a major championship for several years now, posting seven top-10 finishes in majors, including runner-up in both the PGA Championship and U.S. Open in 2022. He’s had a mediocre start to the 2025 season, but he’s made the cut in all seven events he’s played in, with his best result a T12 at The American Express in January. We like him as a longshot this week to win outright, but the better play might be on him to finish inside the top 10 at +400.

Sungjae Im (+12500 to win at NorthStar Bets). We’re going with Im for our deep sleeper pick this year. He’ll be making his sixth Masters start after posting three previous top-16 finishes at Augusta, including T8 in 2022 and T2 in 2020. The South Korean also has a pair of top-five finishes this season in addition to ranking very well in putting average (12th), putts per round (10th), and one-putt percentage (12th) on Tour. He hasn’t played particularly well lately, either missing the cut or finishing outside of the top 60 four times in his last five events, which is likely the reason he has such long odds this week. However, it’s not often you find a price this long on a player that’s had this much previous success at Augusta.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

April 2, 2025

After a gruelling regular season and a thrilling first four rounds of the NCAA Tournament, March Madness 2025 has culminated in a blockbuster Final Four as the Florida Gators, Auburn Tigers, Houston Cougars, and Duke Blue Devils compete to become National Champions.

Duke to Win the 2025 National Championship

-110

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To the dismay of some, but thrill of others, this year’s tournament has been all chalk, with this becoming just the second time ever since the field expanded to 68 teams in 1985 that we’ve seen all four one-seeds reach the Final Four. The last time this occurred was in 2008.

With the best of the best set to square off, the only way these high-stakes matchups could get any more intense is by throwing down a bet on the action.

Below we’ve included where you can score the best odds on the 2025 Final Four, as well as our expert picks on how we see each matchup playing out, as well as our prediction to win the National Championship.

If you’re looking to place a bet on the 2025 Final Four, be sure to check out the best March Madness betting sites in Canada so you can score a big win on this year’s college basketball finale.

Don’t wait, get some skin in on the game today and make this year’s NCAA Tournament one for the history books.

Florida vs. Auburn

Best Odds on Florida to Win: BET99 (-150)
Best Odds on Auburn to Win: bet365 (+135)

Kicking off the Final Four with the first matchup between top-ranked teams, the Florida Gators will take on the Auburn Tigers. With the Gators hungry to snap their jaws on their third National Championship in school history, the Tigers are out for blood as they hope to claim their first-ever National Championship.

While both teams have looked strong throughout their March Madness runs, look for this game to go in favour of Florida.

Having been more battle-tested in this year’s tournament, the Gators have proven themselves to have the mental fortitude and ambition to fight till the final buzzer, a quality lost on many teams. This trait has been on full display this season, including their recent comeback victory against Texas Tech in the Elite Eight.

Auburn has looked solid throughout their Final Four run, but certainly hasn’t faced any team close to the talent level of the Gators.

Look for Florida to rely heavily on the standout scoring ability of junior Walter Clayton Jr. as he continues to be a walking bucket in the biggest moments of the game, then utilizing its sensational size to command the glass and dictate the pace of the game.

Expect to see Florida emerge with the victory in a low-scoring affair, as Auburn has finished all four of its tournament matchups with under 159.5 points scored.

Prediction: Florida Moneyline + Under 159.5 Points

Florida moneyline

-154

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Houston vs. Duke

Best Odds on Houston to Win: bet365 (+210)
Best Odds on Duke to Win: Sports Interaction (-250)

In another clash between a team with a prolific history within March Madness against a school looking for its first National Championship, the Duke Blue Devils will take on the Houston Cougars.

Pitting the top defensive team in the nation against one of the best offences in the country has set the stage for a matchup that’s sure to be chock-full of fireworks on the hardwood.

While the Cougars have continued to improve year-after-year, look for their National Title hopes to once again get dispelled as they fall to the Blue Devils in the Final Four.

The Houston defence, as good as it has been, is still at risk of a collapse as they take on a star-studded Duke team. Rostering top NBA prospects Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel, the Blue Devils duo has had no trouble getting buckets on their opponents throughout the season.

During the 2025 NCAA Tournament the Cougars have shown several instances of vulnerability, almost choking away a lead late to Gonzaga in the Round of 32, as well as a nail-biter against Purdue in the Sweet Sixteen. Meanwhile, Duke has been steamrolling opponents throughout March Madness, holding an average margin of victory of 23.5 points through the first four rounds.

Bank on the Blue Devils to once again cruise to victory, forcing the Cougars to play their brand of basketball as the over quickly hits in this matchup, with Duke ultimately reigning supreme over Houston.

Prediction: Duke Moneyline + Over 136.5 Points

NCAA Tournament Outright Winner Prediction

Based on our predictions found above, we envision a National Championship Game between the Florida Gators and the Duke Blue Devils.

These two squads have been by far the best teams in the NCAA this season, and it will all culminate in a must-see showdown with college basketball immortality on the line.

Both sides of this matchup have legitimate championship aspirations and the talent to back it up, but we don’t think the outcome of this matchup needs to be overthought, ride with the Blue Devils. Having sat atop, or within the Top 5 of the AP Polls throughout the regular season, the Blue Devils have lived up to the hype in every way possible this season.

With the superior on-court talent, as well as a rich history of success at the highest level, look for the favourites to go the distance as the Blue Devils secure their sixth National Championship and net you a healthy boost to your bankroll in the process.

2025 NCAA Champion Prediction: Duke Blue Devils

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

March 28, 2025

Making their long-awaited return to Mexico, UFC Mexico City is set to be a thrilling Fight Night event. Featuring several Mexican fighters looking to put on a show for their hometown fans, there’s sure to be plenty of fiery matchups inside the Octagon this Saturday night.

Brandon Moreno Moneyline

-250

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The only way the action of UFC Mexico City could get any better is by getting some skin in on the game with our expert picks and full betting preview. Below we’ve highlighted where you can secure the best odds on each of the main card bouts, as well as our predictions for the fight outcome for each of the bouts.

Boost your bankroll with our UFC Mexico City odds and betting preview below and score a knockout over the oddsmakers today!

Ronaldo Rodriguez vs. Kevin Borjas

Best Odds on Rodriguez to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (-145)
Best Odds on Borjas to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+130)

Kicking off the main card with a bang, Ronaldo “Lazy Boy” Rodriguez will look to continue building momentum around himself as he takes on Peru’s, Kevin “El Gallo Negro” Borjas.

In a battle between two young up-and-comers in the flyweight division, watch as Rodriguez extends his UFC undefeated streak as he triumphs over Borjas by submission.

Possessing a superb all-around game, Rodriguez has proven himself to be a dangerous finisher inside the Octagon. With 12 of his 17 pro MMA victories coming inside the distance, there’s no questioning Lazy Boy’s ability to get active once the cage door closes.

While Borjas has shown flashes of potential against tough competition in the past with loses to the likes of Alessandro Costa and Joshua Van, he’s simply too reliant on his standup game in order to generate wins.

Look for Rodriquez to be the faster fighter, making up for his three-inch reach disadvantage, being the first to enter exchanges, leading to him finding the perfect opportunity to shoot for the takedown and lock in a fight-ending submission.

Prediction: Rodriguez to Win by Submission (+400 @ bet365)

David Martinez vs. Saimon Oliveira

Best Odds on Martinez to Win the Fight: Betway (-400)
Best Odds on Oliveira to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+321)

Set to make a statement in his UFC debut, look for David “Black Spartan” Martinez to get the better of Saimon Oliveira as he scores the knockout victory in their clash.

Coming off of a strong showing against Xavier Franklin on Dana White’s Contender Series, Martinez has now extended his current professional MMA win streak to seven, with five of those wins coming by knockout.

Taking on an opponent coming off of back-to-back losses to begin their UFC career in Oliveira, look for Martinez to make a statement with his performance at UFC Mexico City, blasting Oliveira with hard shots as he sends him crashing to the canvas early on in their bout.

Prediction: Martinez to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+150 @ bet365)

Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Vince Morales

Best Odds on Rosas Jr. to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-450)
Best Odds on Morales to Win the Fight: bet365 (+380)

Looking to continue on his quest to becoming the youngest UFC champion of all-time, Raul “El Nino Probelema” Rosas Jr. will take on Vince “Vandetta” Morales.

While Morales has proven to be a tough opponent for anyone to face as he makes his 11th trip to the Octagon, he has unfortunately been on the losing side of these bouts more often than not. Taking on a young, motivated, and skilled fighter in Rosas Jr., look for Morales to once again come up short as he takes the loss on the judges’ scorecards.

Since making his UFC debut at just 18 years old, we’ve seen him take massive steps forward in his evolution both in skill as well as in his physical frame.

With his rapid development continuing to build, look for him to rely on his bread-and-butter grappling skillset to control the pace of the bout, keeping Morales in uncomfortable positions as he cruises to a win by decision.

Prediction: Rosas Jr. to Win by Decision (+105 @ Betway)

Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer

Best Odds on Gastelum to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+255)
Best Odds on Pyfer to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-300)

Hoping to pick up the biggest win of his career against a former middleweight title contender, Joe “Bodybagz” Pyfer is set to take on Kelvin Gastelum.

Both fighters enter into this clash coming off of wins, but they both still sit on opposite sides of the spectrum when it comes to the fight game. Pyfer is five years younger and holds a considerable size advantage over Gastelum, setting the stage for what should be a one-sided affair.

Gastelum’s struggles to make weight and keep up a healthy physique have ailed him in the past, something he cannot afford against a dangerous fighter like Pyfer.

While Pyfer has made a name for himself with his incredible knockout power, Gastelum has never been finished by knockout in his professional MMA career. This is even more impressive when you take into that he’s shared the Octagon with highly-decorated strikers such as Israel Adesanya, Robert Whittaker, and Jared Cannonier in his UFC tenure.

With that being taken into consideration, you can still expect to see Pyfer pick up the win inside the distance as he scores just the second submission victory of his UFC career.

Pyfer has recently put ample effort into developing his grappling skillset, having competed in three grappling matchups since 2020, winning each of them to boot. Look for him to finally showcase this layer of his game inside the Octagon.

With Gastelum having been submitted in two of his last four losses, expect to see Pyfer wear him down with hard shots early in the bout, before bringing the action to the ground, and forcing Gastelum to give up for a cheeky +350 boost to your bankroll.

Prediction: Pyfer to Win by Submission (+350 @ Sports Interaction)

Manuel Torres vs. Drew Dober

Best Odds on Torres to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+102)
Best Odds on Dober to Win the Fight: Betway (-110)

Don’t blink or you might just miss the outcome of the co-main event in this week’s Fight Night action as lethal combatants Manuel “El Loco” Torres and Drew Dober lock horns inside the Octagon.

Both fighters have built reputations as dangerous finishers, with each of them holding multiple first-round knockout victories in the UFC. In a battle between heavy-handed lightweights, look for Dober to edge out the win against Torres as he hands him his second knockout loss in a row.

While Dober has hit a bit of a rough patch in his career having suffered three losses in his last four fights, he still has plenty of upside every time he enters the cage. With outstanding power and a versatile striking skillset, Dober is more than capable of out-striking anyone in the division on his feet.

Even though Torres has had several knockout wins in his short UFC tenure, his power simply doesn’t measure up to Dober’s, which will result in the American quickly silencing the Mexican crowd as their hometown favourite is brutally finished in the penultimate matchup of the evening.

Prediction: Dober to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+162 @ Betway)

Drew Dober moneyline

-125

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Brandon Moreno vs. Steve Erceg

Best Odds on Moreno to Win the Fight: bet365 (-225)
Best Odds on Erceg to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+200)

Pitting two top contenders for the UFC Flyweight Championship against each other in the main event of UFC Mexico City, former champion #2 Brandon “The Assassin Baby” Moreno will look to earn himself a title shot by besting #8 Steve “Astroboy” Erceg in front of his home crowd.

While neither fighter was successful in defeating current division champion Alexandre Pantoja, it’s impossible understate the magnitude of this bout inside the flyweight division. With both of these skilled fighters having shown championship-level ability, look for the former title holder Moreno to make a statement as he racks up the knockout win over Erceg.

Sporting some of the best boxing at 125 lbs, Moreno has inflected an insane amount of damage to his most recent opponents. Able to move fluidly and land devastating shots, Moreno has scored two of his last three wins by way of KO/TKO.

Facing an opponent in Erceg that recently had his chin cracked against Kai Kara-, a fighter that was finished by Moreno, by doing simple MMA math you can quickly determine that Erceg is in dangerous waters in this main event bout.

Look for Moreno to overwhelm and out-skill Erceg throughout the duration of the fight, layering damage on his opponent into the latter stages of the fight, before finally forcing it to come to an end by way of knockout.

At +350, this is a legitimate heater of a prop bet that is sure to end your night off right with a juicy win on your bet slips.

Prediction: Moreno to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+350 @ bet365)

UFC Mexico City Prelim Picks

Not only are there several awesome fights scheduled for the main card of this weekend’s action, but you can also score a big win with our UFC Mexico City prelim picks. Check out our best bets for the results of each prelim bout of this Fight Night event and earn your first win before the main card even begins.

• Mederos by DEC (+110)
• Emmers by KO/TKO/DQ (+120)
• Garcia by DEC (-163)
• Godinez by DEC (-150)
• C.Rodriguez by DEC (+137)
• Gautier by KO/TKO/DQ (-138)
• Chairez by SUB (+275)

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Written by: Greg Warren

March 27, 2025

Alberta is one step closer to opening the province’s online gambling market to private operators.

Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Dale Nally, tabled legislation Wednesday that would create a new Crown Corporation, the Alberta iGaming Corporation, to oversee the new market and put the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Corporation in charge of regulation.

Nally introduced Bill 48, known as the iGaming Alberta Act, to the legislature, delivering the first reading of the new bill. It will now flow through the parliamentary process and will become law upon receiving royal assent. At that point, the government will have the ability to set a prospective launch date for its new iGaming market.

Industry sources have told Canada Sports Betting that they’re hopeful the new market can launch by Q1 of 2026.

“I would like to congratulate Minister Nally and the government of Alberta for successfully advancing this important piece of legislation,” said Paul Burns, CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association, in a statement to CSB. “The industry is excited for this next step to bring an open and competitive iGaming market to Alberta.”

Nally announced last June at the Canadian Gaming Summit in Toronto that the province intended to create an open gambling market, like recently implemented in Ontario, but the due diligence process of launching such a complex market has taken much longer than expected. The Alberta government has taken its time consulting with local First Nations and gambling industry leaders in Ontario as it begins to develop the framework for its market.

Nally previously announced the Summit that Alberta intends to largely adopt the framework from Ontario’s model, but with a few “tweaks” for the local Alberta market. During his speech on Wednesday, he announced one major “tweak” to the framework regarding a centralized self-exclusion program for bettors. He consistently preached throughout his address the importance of responsible gambling.

“If there is one thing I think we can do better [than Ontario], it’s that we can go live on day one with centralized self-exclusion,” Nally revealed. “I’ve heard directly from Albertans who have struggled with problematic gambling behaviours, specifically online, and they’ve chosen to stop gambling. They’ve cancelled their s. Some of these sites continue to market to them, email them with bonus offers, so our commitment is that on day one, there will be system-wide self-exclusion, you’ll be able to push a button and you won’t be able to play on any of the regulated online spaces. That will also include land-based casinos and racing centres.”

New revenue streams needed with Trump’s tariffs

The wheels were already in motion to innovate Alberta’s iGaming strategy before U.S. President Donald Trump began threatening to impose tariffs on imports from Canada, but the trade war has only magnified the importance of provinces seeking opportunities to create new local revenue streams.

Eilers & Krejcik, a boutique research firm focused on servicing the gaming equipment, sports, and interactive gaming sectors within the global gaming industry, has estimated that the new Alberta online gambling market could generate $863 million (USD) in gross gaming revenue at maturity.

Ontario’s iGaming market now consists of roughly 50 operators, and online gaming platforms generated $2.2 billion in total gaming revenue in the second year the market was in operation, according to iGaming Ontario’s 2023-2024 report. And a recent iGaming Ontario and Deloitte study found that Ontario’s regulated competitive iGaming market sustained almost 15,000 jobs and added a combined $1.24 billion to federal, provincial, and municipal government revenues in its second year of operation, contributing $2.7 billion to Ontario’s GDP in that span.

Play Alberta still a priority

In the meantime, the province’s only legal iGaming and sports betting option, Play Alberta, has been preparing to lose its legal monopoly in the online gambling space ahead of the arrival of private operators. Several updates have been rolled out over the past several months in an attempt to revamp its online casino and sports betting platforms. With possibly dozens of operators licking their lips to do business in the province, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis online gambling platform is doing everything it can to try and maintain its market share, which is estimated at 45% as it competes with grey market sites.

All of AGLC’s profits are reinvested back into provincial programs, but that won’t be the case for the private operators entering the marketplace in the future. They’ll need to pay a tax that is undetermined at this time on their gross gaming revenue to the provincial government. Operators pay roughly a 20% tax in Ontario, and it’s expected Alberta’s tax on gaming operators will likely be somewhere in the same ballpark.

Play Alberta recently enhanced its existing partnerships with the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, which owns and operates five professional sports franchises: the Calgary Flames (NHL), Calgary Stampeders (CFL), Calgary Roughnecks (NLL), Calgary Wranglers (AHL), and the Calgary Hitmen (WHL). Under the new of both these deals, Play Alberta will be the “exclusive” sports betting and online gaming partner with both properties, essentially taking away marketing opportunities with nearly all of the major professional sports franchises from private operators ahead of the launch of the market.

This past year, PlayAlberta.ca generated $235 million in net sales, an increase of more than $42 million from 2022-23. That number contributes to the $1.5 billion in total gaming revenue that’s sent to Alberta’s General Revenue Fund and s programs and services that Albertans rely on every day.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

It’s officially one of the best times of the year as the page has flipped to March on the sports calendar, and with it, comes the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

With no shortage of highlight reel moments ahead of us that will live on forever in the hearts of college hoops fans across the globe, you don’t want to miss out on a second of the action.

Easily the biggest draw of March Madness comes from the unpredictability of every matchup with jaw-dropping upsets occurring routinely throughout the tournament. That’s why at CSB, we’ve compiled all the best March Madness long shot picks so you can boost your bankroll betting on this year’s event.

Check out our featured moneymaking futures picks & predictions below, see which teams we foresee putting together a Cinderella run, and watch your bankroll boom while everyone else’s brackets bust.

Maryland Terrapins (+5000)

Kicking off our March Madness long shot picks, we’ve got the four-seed from the West Region of the March Madness bracket, it’s the Maryland Terrapins.

Led by freshman phenom and potential top-10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Derik Queen, Maryland has all the fixings to contend for a National Championship this season. Holding notable victories over top teams such as the Wisconsin Badgers and Illinois Fighting Illini this year, the Terrapins hope to finally break through the first weekend of March Madness since 2016.

An athletic squad that loves to push the pace offensively, Maryland is a terrific transition team. This strength has gone hand-in-hand with their standout defence, generating turnovers often and making their opposition pay on the other end.

At +5000, the Terrapins are a great long shot pick to back heading into the 2025 NCAA Tournament as they will look to outwork their opponents all the way toward the school’s first National Title since 2002.

Maryland to Win 2025 NCAA Tournament

+5000

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Gonzaga Bulldogs (+5000)

A mainstay in the NCAA Tournament, the Gonzaga Bulldogs are always a great bet to go on a deep run through the March Madness bracket. Having made 10 consecutive Sweet Sixteens coming into this year’s event, it’s safe to say that the Bulldogs are more than ready for the big stage.

A well-oiled machine offensively, Gonzaga sports one of the best offences in the Nation. Scoring a sensational 86.6 points per game, the Bulldogs simply can’t be stopped once they get the ball in their half court offence.

Led by the NCAA leader in assists per game, Canadian, Ryan Nembhard, Gonzaga is primed for yet another sensational showing at the NCAA Tournament. At +5000 odds, this squad is far better than the typical eight-seed and are sure to show it once the action tips-off.

Gonzaga to Win 2025 NCAA Tournament

+5000

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Texas A&M Aggies (+6600)

Coming out of the South Region with a legitimate chance to reach the Elite Eight for the first time in its school’s history, the Texas A&M Aggies have all the tools needed to go dancing this March.

Starting off the tournament with a favourable matchup against the Yale Bulldogs, the Aggies are set for a potentially advantageous path through their side of the bracket. Set for a potential matchup with the top-seeded Auburn Tigers in the Sweet Sixteen, the Aggies have legitimate upset potential as they’ve already defeated the Tigers once this season.

Additionally, the Aggies, while not the strongest offensive team, are always on the prowl for loose balls, and crash the offensive glass at the best rate in the NCAA. With their tenacity for controlling the boards and ability to outwork opponents through their physical brand of basketball, the Aggies are sure to cause frustration for every opponent faced.

At +6600, you can’t ask for better value from a top-four seeded team in the NCAA Tournament. Back Texas A&M and make a splash on your March Madness bets this year.

Texas A&M to Win 2025 NCAA Tournament

+6600

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VCU Rams (+25000)

Capping off our 2025 March Madness long shot picks with our prediction to be this year’s Cinderella, the VCU Rams may be set to make history this year.

With experience of making a deep run in the March Madness bracket from the 11-seed, evident from their Final Four appearance in 2011, the Rams should be looked at as the top value bet in any March Madness futures market.

While the lowest-seeded squad to ever win it all was the 1985 Villanova Wildcats as the eight-seed, don’t let this deter you from getting some juice out of this long shot pick this March.

VCU has performed well against some of the top teams in the Nation with wins over the Kansas Jayhawks, Arizona Wildcats, as well as two victories against the Iowa State Cyclones. With a savvy squad full of seniors, great depth, and impressive defensive ability, the Rams are a tough matchup for any opponent.

Possessing terrific size coupled with a high-volume three-point shooting offence, the Rams are sure to catch the college basketball world by storm with their eye-catching style of play.

At a whopping +25000 odds to win the 2025 NCAA Tournament, that means just a $10 wager would payout $2,500 in profit. At that price, why not sprinkle some cash on this hungry underdog to take home the National Title as you make history alongside the Rams with this long shot bet.

VCU to Win 2025 NCAA Tournament

+25000

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

March 5, 2025

Set for an unforgettable evening of mixed martial arts action, UFC 313 is taking place live from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday. Undisputed light heavyweight gold will be on the line in the main event of UFC 313 as fan-favourite Alex Pereira looks to make his fourth straight title defence against Magomed Ankalaev.

Alex Pereira Moneyline

-115

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With sensational matchups scattered throughout the main card of this Saturday night’s event, why not get some skin in on the game with the latest UFC 313 odds? At CSB, we provide expert picks as well as the top moneymaking prop bets on the UFC so you can boost your bankroll while watching each scrap unfold.

Don’t wait, score your next big win with our latest UFC 313 odds, picks, and, predictions using our in-depth betting preview below.

King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy

Best odds on Green to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+380)
Best odds on Ruffy to Win the Fight: Betway (-450)

We’re kicking off the main card with an exciting matchup between UFC veteran King Green vs. surging newcomer, Mauricio “One Shot” Ruffy. While Green has shared the Octagon with some of the best the lightweight division has to offer, look for Ruffy to continue his ascent into the top 15 at the expense of the longtime UFC mainstay.

Currently experiencing an up-and-down point of his career, Green’s best days are certainly behind him. Coming off of a one-sided submission loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 304, his chances of defeating the dangerous Ruffy are slim to none.

Aptly nicknamed “One Shot”, Ruffy has already demonstrated his explosive finishing ability on his feet. Having strung together back-to-back wins to kickstart his UFC tenure, the Fighting Nerd member Ruffy is primed to continue his undefeated streak in the UFC.

Having suffered three knockout losses over his last eight bouts, look for Green to struggle matching the power of his opponent, absorbing ample damage as the 28-year-old Brazilian scores a statement making victory to begin the main card of UFC 313.

Prediction: Ruffy to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+105 @ Betway)

Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo

Best odds on Lemos to Win the Fight: bet365 (+125)
Best odds on Lucindo to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (-143)

In a battle between Top 10 strawweights, #5 Amanda “Amandinha” Lemos will look to defend her spot in the upper echelon of the division against #7 Iasmin Lucindo.

While Lucindo has been seemingly walking on water through her four-fight win streak, look for this to come to an end as Lemos scores an emphatic finish by knockout in this main card bout.

Having proven herself as one of the most lethal finishers at 115 lbs, Lemos has ed five finishes in her eight UFC victories, three of which coming by way of knockout, good enough for second all-time within the division in both regards.

There’s no doubt that Lucindo has looked impressive in her recent win streak, but this matchup will be a drastic step up in competition after narrowly escaping with a win against Marina Rodriguez in her last trip to the Octagon.

Back Lemos to prove she still has what it takes to compete with the best in the world as she scores the knockout victory over the young Lucindo, maintaining her spot in the Top 5, and potentially setting herself up for a big matchup in the future.

Prediction: Lemos to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+700 @ Betway)

Jalin Turner vs. Ignacio Bahamondes

Best odds on Turner to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+114)
Best odds on Bahamondes to Win the Fight: 888sport (-125)

In my prediction for the Fight of the Night, be sure to get your popcorn ready for this thrilling battle between dangerous lightweights as #13 Jalin “The Tarantula” Turner takes on Ignacio “La Jaula” Bahamondes.

Pitting two lethal strikers against one another is generally the perfect recipe for a knockout, but instead, let’s pivot and look for this fight to go the distance as Turner takes the win on the judges’ scorecards.

Having gone through a mix of rotten luck and immaturity inside the Octagon, Turner has dropped three of his last four fights, two of which coming by split decision. With his spot in the Top 15 hanging in the balance, look for Turner to come into this scrap focused and more composed as he matches up with a mirror image of himself in Bahamondes.

While Bahamondes has made a name for himself through his dangerous striking skillset, able to throw highlight-reel kicks and elbows at any moment, look for him to struggle as he takes on one of the division’s top talents.

Typically, when two dangerous strikers match up against each other, this can lead to both parties being extra cautious, not looking to get into a firefight with a competitor they know can end things in a hurry. Due to this, we predict a slower pace than we normally see out of both combatants.

Having struggled when matched up with other tall fighters, look for Bahamondes to have difficulty closing the distance and dictating the pace as he normally does. Instead, expect Turner to lead the dance, picking apart Bahamondes over 15 minutes in order to score the decision victory.

Prediction: Turner to Win by Decision (+450 @ Betway)

Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev

Best odds on Gaethje to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+136)
Best odds on Fiziev to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-150)

In a rematch from their 2023 thriller that won Fight of the Night honours at UFC 286, #3 Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje will welcome back #11 Rafael “Ataman” Fiziev back to the Octagon after a lengthy layoff.

In their first matchup, it was Gaethje who would end up getting his hand raised after a majority decision, but look for the script to flip as Fiziev leaves no doubt in this rematch, picking up the knockout victory in the process.

Arguably the best striker in the entire UFC, there’s nothing quite like the Muay Thai skillset of Fiziev. Able to throw fight-ending strikes with blistering speed at any moment, the Azerbaijan product is incredibly dangerous whenever the door closes inside the cage.

With years of mileage beginning to add up for Gaethje, having gone through countless hard-fought wars inside the Octagon since his UFC debut, look for his chin to once again fail him.

Expect to see Fiziev connect with a brutal blow that brings the bout to a screeching halt, propelling himself back into the lightweight title conversation with this impressive victory, and snagging you a juicy win on your bet slip.

Prediction: Fiziev to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+175 @ Betway)

Rafael Fiziev Moneyline

-150

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Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev

Best odds on Pereira to Win the Fight: Betway (-110)
Best odds on Ankalaev to Win the Fight: bet365 (+100)

A highly-anticipated matchup for the light heavyweight crown, (C) Alex “Poatan” Pereira will look to continue his historic reign atop the division as he defends his belt against #1 Magomed Ankalaev.

While Pereira has begun to cement himself in legendary ranks during his current title reign, all good things must eventually come to an end, as Ankalaev cements himself as the new top dog at 205 lbs.

The activity level of Pereira has been unparalleled as a champion, having defended the gold three times in 2024 alone. This is incredibly commendable and part of the reason he’s risen to superstar status in the UFC, but this iration won’t mean jack once he stands across Ankalaev.

Having long been viewed as the most viable threat for the light heavyweight title for several years, Ankalaev is finally getting his crack at the gold, and I don’t envision him squandering it. With his lone pro MMA loss coming from a “flukey” Paul Craig triangle choke in the final second of their 2018 clash, aside from this blip Ankalaev has breezed through the rest of his competition.

In his UFC run, we’ve seen Pereira struggle to absorb damage, having been finished by Israel Adesanya at middelweight, as well as getting rocked several times in his last bout against Khalil Rountree.

Taking on an opponent of similar stature, equal finishing power, and vastly superior grappling ability, there really isn’t any plausible pathway to victory for Pereira in this five-round contest.

Bank on the underdog Ankalaev to score the upset victory in the main event, knocking out Poatan, and claiming his first UFC title victory to close out UFC 313.

Prediction: Ankalaev to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (+350 @ Betway)

UFC 313 Prelim Picks

Not only are there several amazing matchups on the main card of the latest UFC 313 odds, but the prelims are also jam-packed with exciting scraps. Check out our picks & predictions for UFC 313 and score your first win before the main card even begins.

• Guttierez by DEC
• Diaz by KO/TKO/DQ
• Santos by DEC
• Leal by KO/TKO/DQ
• Ferreira by KO/TKO/DQ
• Van by DEC
• Blaydes by DEC (+175)

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

February 28, 2025

The UFC is back in action this weekend as it makes its return to the UFC Apex Arena for UFC Vegas 103. Headlined by a battle between flyweight title hopefuls, Manel Kape will take on Asu Almabayev in the main event of the evening.

Manel Kape Moneyline

-220

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With terrific fights scheduled up and down this Fight Night card, the only way the intensity inside the Octagon could get any crazier is by placing a bet on the action. At CSB, we’ve provided the latest UFC Vegas 103 odds as well as our top moneymaking picks & predictions for this weekends event so you can boost your bankroll while enjoying each bout.

Check out our featured picks below, nab the best value for each bet, and score a knockout win over the online sportsbooks with our UFC Vegas 103 odds.

Danny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson

Best odds on Barlow to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-300)
Best odds on Patterson to Win the Fight: bet365 (+250)

Kicking off the main card with a showdown between dangerous finishers inside the Octagon, Danny “Lefthand2god” Barlow takes on Sam “The Future” Patterson. In a matchup that’s sure to be short-lived, bank on Barlow to keep his undefeated record intact as he scores a knockout victory against Patterson.

Having bounced back in a big way since losing his UFC debut, Patterson has strung together back-to-back first round submission wins. While he holds a slight size advantage in this matchup and sports a deadly submission game, don’t expect him to be able to lock in a fight-ending hold against Barlow.

Possessing sensational size and legitimate knockout power, Barlow has all the makings of a future contender at 170 lbs. Coming off a hard-fought victory against Nikolay Veretennikov, look for Barlow to utilize his heavy hands to avoid the judges’ scorecards as he lays the boom on Patterson early on in this bout.

Both of Patterson’s pro-MMA loses have come by knockout, a trend that’s sure to continue as his weak chin meets the strong hands of Barlow. Start your UFC Vegas 103 bets off with an easy win, back Barlow to earn the knockout victory against Patterson in this main card opener.

Prediction: Barlow to Win by KO/TKO/DQ (-138 @ Betway)

William Gomis vs. Hyder Amil

Best odds on Gomis to Win the Fight: Betway (-200)
Best odds on Amil to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+170)

In what’s sure to be a high-level striking affair, William “Jaguar” Gomis takes on Hyder “The Hurricane” Amil. While both fighters sport an undefeated record in the UFC thus far, look for Gomis to edge out Amil on the judges’ scorecards as he earns the decision victory.

Possessing a clean and crisp striking ability, Gomis has demonstrated terrific fight IQ in his UFC tenure. Able to move quickly and cleanly as he lands solid blows to his opponents while staying out of danger, Gomis excels at picking apart his opponents over multiple rounds.

While Amil may have the superior finishing ability in this matchup, expect to see him quickly grow frustrated as he’s unable to find any openings against Gomis. With a three-inch height and reach advantage in favour of Gomis, he will be able to dictate the pace of the fight, easily managing distance, and controlling the bout from start to finish.

Primed to move to 5-0 in the UFC, back Gomis to score the decision victory over Amil in this high-level duel at UFC Vegas 103.

Prediction: Gomis to Win by DEC (-110 @ bet365)

Nasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics

Best odds on Haqparast to Win the Fight: bet365 (+225)
Best odds on Ribovics to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-250)

A largely slept on matchup taking place on the main card, expect there to be fireworks in the Octagon as Nasrat Haqparast takes on Esteban “El Gringo” Ribovics. In a battle between two standout lightweights, look for Ribovics to continue his ascent into the top 15 of this deep division with a big-time showing against Haqparast.

While Haqparast has shared the Octagon with several formidable opponents in his UFC tenure, he has struggled to get the upper hand against top-level competition. While he’s only four fights into his UFC career, I feel confident in saying Ribovics has a massive ceiling, and will use Haqparast as his latest springboard in elevating his career.

Coming off of a fight-of-the-year candidate against Daniel Zellhuber at UFC 306, Ribovics showcased his sensational boxing skillset and heavy hands.

While Haqparast has managed to avoid being finished by dangerous strikers such as Dan Hooker in the past, look for Ribovics to time his shot wisely, sending his opponent crashing to the canvas as he extends his current win streak to four in a row.

Prediction: Ribovics by KO/TKO/DQ (+300 @ Betway)

Cody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez

Best odds on Brundage to Win the Fight: Betway (+110)
Best odds on Marquez to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (-120)

In a somewhat surprising co-main event, you can expect a short and sweet bout as Cody Brundage takes on Julian “The Cuban Missile Crisis” Marquez.

Pitting two dangerous middleweights in the midst of lengthy losing streaks against one another, look for Marquez to put an end to his losing ways as he scores a submission victory over Brundage.

With both fighters possessing the gas tanks of a RAM 1500, it’s fair to assume they will be coming out swinging to begin this contest. While Brundage has found success as a finisher, he’s also been on the receiving end of some brutal beatdowns.

Coming off a controversial no contest against Abdul Razak Alhassan, as well as not far removed from a bogus DQ victory against Jacob Malkoun, there’s no escape route for Brundage in this one. Look for Marquez to have no trouble meeting in the middle with Brundage, getting the better of their striking exchange before shooting in for a takedown and locking in a fight-ending choke.

Having scored all three of his UFC victories by submission, look for Marquez to have no trouble finishing Brundage on the ground, a fighter that’s been submitted twice in his last six bouts.

Prediction: Marquez by SUB (+250 @ Sports Interaction)

Julian Marquez Moneyline

-120

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Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev

Best odds on Kape to Win the Fight: bet365 (-210)
Best odds on Almabayev to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+183)

In the main event of UFC Vegas 103, two flyweights hoping to get their shot at gold will square off as #6 Manel “Starboy” Kape takes on #8 Asu “Zulfikar” Almabayev.

In a clash of styles between a highlight-reel kickboxer and a high-pressure wrestler, back the underdog Almabayev to control the bout on the ground by using his standout grappling skillset. While Kape has done well in small sample sizes against other fighters shooting for takedowns, he’s yet to face a wrestler of Almabayev’s accumen.

Averaging five takedown attempts per 15-minutes, Almabayev has successfully taken down all four of his previous UFC opponents. With a superb gas tank, the Kazakhstani fighter will have no trouble maintaining pressure, moving forward, preventing Kape from utilizing his dangerous striking ability.

With Kape having shown struggles in the past to maintain his energy when the fight gets into deep waters, I feel that this will lead to the winning edge in the bout in favour of Almabayev.

It may not be the most thrilling way to cap off the evening inside the Octagon, but when you can score a phat +275 bump to your bankroll, it’s hard to complain. Look for Almabayev to lay-and-pray, holding Kape down for 25 minutes, and taking the win by decision in the main event.

Prediction: Almabayev by DEC (+275 @ 888sport)

UFC Vegas 103 Prelim Picks

Not only are there great matchups in the main event of UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev, but there’s also multiple awesome fights to bet on in the prelims. Check out our UFC Vegas 103 prelim odds picks and score yourself a big win before the main card begins.

• De La Rosa by SUB (+700)
• Johnson by DEC (+150)
• Aldrich by DEC (-150)
• Almeida by KO/TKO/DQ (+375)
• Silva de Andrade by KO/TKO/DQ (+600)
• Mariscal by DEC (+225)
• Pinto by KO/TKO/DQ (-150)

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Written by: Greg Warren

February 24, 2025

It appears as though Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s days may be numbered with the Toronto Blue Jays after the two sides failed to come to on a contract extension last week.

The slugger had a self-imposed deadline of last Tuesday morning to get an extension done before he reported to spring training but a deal never materialized. Guerrero Jr. appeared before reporters last Tuesday and simply replied, “no,” when asked if the two sides were close to striking an agreement.

That means 29 other teams will likely be vying for his services when his contract expires and he tests free agency this winter, and there’s a very real chance that Vladdy could be traded at some point this season. It would be devastating for Toronto should he decide to walk this winter without the team receiving something in return. Vladdy said he’s still open to the possibility of remaining in Toronto, though, for the right price. Of course, there’s still a possibility that the Blue Jays and Guerrero Jr. could agree on an extension at some point over the coming months, despite the franchise player stating he wouldn’t negotiate during the season.

Guerrero Jr. will likely hit the open market at the age of just 26, which puts him in rare territory with his prime years still ahead of him. Some MLB prognosticators believe he could command north of $500 million in free agency, which would seemingly narrow the field for his services to just the big-market clubs.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s next team: Boston Red Sox

+500

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Guerrero Jr. has played his entire six-year career in Toronto, earning four All-Star nods and two Silver Slugger Awards. He recorded a .940 OPS with 30 home runs and 103 RBIs for the Blue Jays last season.

Let’s take a look at the most likely landing spots for Guerrero Jr., according to the oddsmakers over at Betano.

Guerrero Jr. next team odds

It’s not surprising that oddsmakers feel like Toronto still has the inside track on retaining Guerrero Jr.’s services. There’s still plenty of time until July’s MLB trade deadline, and the Blue Jays could gamble by holding on to him for the entire season and then making a strong offer in November, although they’ll lose their monopoly on negotiating rights at that point. Toronto’s front office says it remains committed to retaining the team’s franchise player, and there’s still hope a deal can be done.

But what if Vlad is seeking greener pastures with a true World Series contender? The New York Mets and owner Steve Cohen have shown they aren’t afraid to dish out record-breaking contracts after inking Juan Soto to a monstrous 15-year, $765 million deal this past offseason. They could also have a void to fill at first base next season if Pete Alonso rejects his player option and elects free agency, which seems likely if he has a decent season.

After the Mets, three teams—the New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Boston Red Sox—have the next shortest odds at +500 to land Vlad Jr., who in the past wasn’t too fond of the Yankees but now says he would consider an offer from the Pinstripes. The Rangers, who have an aging core and are clearly in win-now mode, are also a logical landing spot. Boston is a preferred landing spot of Guerrero Jr., who reportedly told close friends he would “love” to play for Boston, according to USA Today. The Red Sox also have a deep prospect pool that could help them potentially acquire Vlad Jr. in a trade in order to get the jump on the competition in extension talks. Boston third baseman Rafael Devers, a fellow Dominican player, is also pals with Vlad Jr which could ease the transition to Toronto’s AL East rival.

A potential longshot in the Guerrero Jr. sweepstakes could be the Los Angeles Angels, priced at +1400, to become the slugger’s next team. His father played for the Angels from 2004 to 2009 and entered the Hall of Fame wearing an Angels cap, so it’s a team both father and son are familiar with and clearly have fond memories of. The modern-day Angels have been stuck in a cycle of mediocrity, and adding a player of Guerrero Jr.’s calibre could be a move that launches the team into the postseason. The team will finally be rid of Anthony Rendon’s horrendous and bloated contract by the end of the 2026 season, which will wipe almost $39 million per season off the books. Those funds could easily be reallocated to help cover the costs of Guerrero Jr., who could be enticed by the thought of living and playing in the California sun.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s next team: Los Angeles Angels

+1400

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And of course we can’t mention a high-profile free agent without mentioning the Los Angeles Dodgers and their +1400 odds. It seems like the Dodgers are in on every free agent these days, but with a future Hall of Famer in Freddie Freeman already manning first base and a 2025 payroll already upwards of a league-high $320 million, it seems unlikely the team would be interested in the Blue Jays slugger.

Pick: Red Sox (+500) with a smaller wager on the Angels (+1400) as a dark horse.

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Written by: Matthew Eichhorn

February 21, 2025

Taking the action of the world leader in mixed martial arts to the Northwest, UFC Seattle is set to be a sensational evening chock-full of thrilling scraps. Headlined by former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo vs. rising star Yadong Song, you won’t want to miss this UFC Fight Night event.

Henry Cejudo Moneyline

+220

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The only way to make this weekend’s bouts any more exciting, is by placing bets on the latest UFC Seattle odds at an online sportsbook. Below we’ve featured where you can score the best odds on each main card bout, as well as our expert picks & predictions so you can walk away a winner on all your UFC wagers.

Don’t wait, check out our UFC Seattle odds, picks, and betting preview below and let’s knock out the oddsmakers this weekend.

2025 UFC Betting Record: +1.27 Units (6-9 SU)

Alonzo Menifield vs. Julius Walker

Best odds on Menifield to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (-220)
Best odds on Walker to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+200)

Starting off the main card with a matchup between deadly strikers, don’t blink or you may just miss the bout between #15 “Atomic” Alonzo Menifield vs. Julius “Juice Box” Walker.

In a clash between two fighters with proven knockout power, back the debuting Walker to make a statement in his first UFC bout. An undefeated prospect with all six of his wins coming by finish, Walker is primed to catapult his UFC tenure with a win against a ranked veteran in the light heavyweight division.

While Menifield has proven himself a dangerous striker in his own right, his rich history of slugfests and hard-fought battles may be catching up to him as he’s lost back-to-back fights by knockout in the first round.

Possessing a massive size advantage of four inches in height and five inches in reach, look for Walker to get the better of exchanges in this bout, entering first, and landing the bigger shots.

As a sizeable underdog, Walker to win by knockout at +500 is a great way to boost your bankroll on this main card opener.

Prediction: Walker to win by KO/TKO/DQ (+500 @ bet365)

Jean Silva vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan

Best odds on Silva to Win the Fight: Betway (-500)
Best odds on Baghdasaryan to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+400)

Pitting two lethal standup fighters against one another, Jean “Lord” Silva will look to remain undefeated in the UFC against Melsik “The Gun” Baghdasaryan.

Having showcased his abilities as a standout striker, look for Silva to show the evolution and depth of his skillset as he submits Bagdasaryan in their bout. In what should be a stalemate on the feet, the winning edge will likely go to whoever can gain an advantage in the grappling exchanges.

With Baghdasaryan having struggled in the past to avoid submission attempts from his opponents, with both of his pro-MMA loses coming by submission, Silva will have no trouble breaking down his opposition before shooting in to lock in a choke in order to secure the victory.

Many are expecting to see a glorified kickboxing match in this one, but look for Silva to dispel this, taking the fight to the ground, and scoring his first submission win since 2019.

Prediction: Silva to win by Submission (+650 @ Sports Interaction)

Rob Font vs. Jean Mastsumoto

Best odds on Font to Win the Fight: Sports Interaction (+135)
Best odds on Matsumoto to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (-147)

A classic battle between the battle-tested veteran against the rising star, #9 Rob Font will look to become the first fighter to defeat Jean Matsumoto.

The future has looked bright thus far for Matsumoto, but expect to see him face his first bout of adversity as he’s finished by the heavy-handed Font. Having made a career out of besting young talent, Font still has plenty of gas left in the tank.

Coming off of a win against Kyler Phillips in his last trip to the Octagon, Font has proven time and time again that he is among the best in the world at 135 lbs. Not to fully discredit Matusmoto and his success found so far in his career, but he’s never faced an opponent of Font’s calibre before.

Look for Font to keep moving forward, pressuring Matsumoto, and landing vicious blows that will lead to a fight ending combination, landing you a sizeable +800 win on your bet slip.

Prediction: Font to win by KO/TKO/DQ (+800 @bet365)

Brendan Allen vs. Anthony Hernandez

Best odds on Allen to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (+273)
Best odds on Hernandez to Win the Fight: bet365 (-300)

The co-main event of UFC Seattle will pit title hopefuls against each other inside the cage as #9 Brendan “All In” Allen will take on #12 Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez.

In a rematch of their 2018 LFA bout, expect to see a repeat of their previous meeting as Hernandez scores the decision victory.

While both fighters have grown their skillsets exponentially since their last fight six years ago, Hernandez is still the better fighter. Both combatants rely heavily on their grappling acumen, an area in which Hernandez has proven to be the more dangerous of the two.

Hot off the heels of a five-round beatdown over Michel Pereira, Hernandez is rapidly growing into one of the top contenders in the middleweight division. With Allen seemingly unable to get over the hump against top competition, look for Hernandez to dictate the pace, getting the better of grappling exchanges, and landing the more damaging blows of the fight

Hammer Hernandez to continue his six-fight win streak as the judges award him with the victory over Allen.

Prediction: Hernandez to win by Decision (+130 @ Betway)

Anthony Hernandez Moneyline

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Henry Cejudo vs. Yadong Song

Best odds on Cejudo to Win the Fight: bet365 (+225)
Best odds on Song to Win the Fight: Pinnacle (-270)

Capping off this loaded Fight Night card, #7 Henry “Triple C” Cejudo will look to make one last push into title contention as he takes on #8 “Kung Fu Kid” Yadong Song.

Having failed to earn a victory since making his return from retirement into the Octagon, look for Cejudo to finally have his hand raised as he scores the decision win over Song.

With closely contested battles against current Bantamweight champion, Merab Dvalishbili, as well as former-champion Sean O’Malley, Cejudo is still one of the best fighters in the division. Sporting a decorated wrestling resume, as well as improved striking, look for Cejudo to apply the pressure against Song as he prevents him from turning this bout into a slugfest.

While Song is the star pupil of Team Alpha Male, at 27 years old, he still lacks the mental fortitude to get the better of all-time great competitors such as Cejudo.

Look for Triple C to bring this fight to the ground, controlling Song, and preventing hims from landing any big blows as he cruises to the win column by decision in the main event.

Prediction: Cejudo to win by Decision (+350 @ Betway)

UFC Seattle Prelim Picks

Not only are there amazing fights scheduled for the main card of UFC Seattle, but there’s also tremendous action to wager on in the prelims of this Fight Night event. Check out our UFC Seattle prelim picks below and boost your bankroll before the main card even begins.

• Cerqueira by KO/TKO/DQ (+400)
• Ruziboev by KO/TKO/DQ (+150)
• Veretennikov by KO/TKO/DQ (N/A)
• Basharat by DEC (-125)
• Abdul-Malik by KO/TKO/DQ (-225)
• Fili by DEC (+210)
• Aslan by KO/TKO/DQ (-120)

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