Betting odds for UFC Houston are locked in ahead of tonight's card, and the books have made their picks clear across the board. These are near-final lines, so don't expect much movement before the first bell.
In the main event, Anthony Hernandez is a significant -240 favorite over former middleweight champion Sean Strickland, who comes back at +205. The total is set at 4.5 rounds, with the under (+156) slightly favored, suggesting oddsmakers expect a finish if Hernandez gets his way.
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Geoff Neal is a -190 favorite against Uros Medic (+165) in their welterweight matchup. The fight has a 1.5-round total, with the over (+140) favored — a reflection of both men's tendency to get the job done early.
Melquizael Costa is a -230 chalk over Dan Ige (+195), with the total set at 2.5. The under (+207) is on the board, meaning oddsmakers strongly expect this one to end before the third round.
Spivac vs. Delija a Near Pick'em
The closest fight on the card per the odds is Ante Delija vs. Serghei Spivac, where Delija is a slim -120 favorite with Spivac at +100. The 1.5-round total sits at +112/-132, making this one of the more unpredictable bouts of the night.
Michel Pereira Favored Over Zach Reese
Michel Pereira opens as a -160 favorite against Zach Reese (+140). The over 1.5 rounds is +105, indicating some uncertainty about whether this one goes the distance — fitting given Pereira's unpredictable style.
UFC Houston gets underway tonight. Stay tuned to MMA News for live results and post-fight coverage.
Data: BetOnline
