Following Charles Oliveira’s impressive knockout of Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, solidifying his position as the No. 1 lightweight contender, the odds are stacked against him in a potential rematch against reigning champion Islam Makhachev.
Newly released odds for the second fight between Makhachev and Oliveira indicate that the Dagestani native is a massive favorite. The current odds from BetOnline.ag are as follows:
Charles Oliveira: +285
Islam Makhachev: -350
Initially, Makhachev was listed as a -400 favorite for the rematch, but bets placed on Oliveira have slightly lowered those numbers. Nevertheless, Makhachev remains the overwhelming favorite to emerge victorious.
Considering the current odds, a $100 wager on Makhachev would yield a mere $28.57 in profit, while a $100 bet on Oliveira would result in a $285 payout if he manages to win. Makhachev’s implied winning percentage stands at 78 percent, while Oliveira’s is a modest 26 percent.
Given their previous encounter in October, where Makhachev dominated Oliveira with a formidable display of striking and ground skills, it’s unsurprising that Makhachev is heavily favored to win again.
In their initial bout, Makhachev dismantled Oliveira in less than two rounds, ultimately securing victory with an arm-triangle choke submission, thus becoming the new UFC lightweight champion.
Since then, Makhachev successfully defended his title with a unanimous decision win against UFC featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski, while Oliveira rebounded with a win over Dariush.
At present, no official decision has been made regarding Makhachev’s next opponent. The champion aims to return in October when the UFC heads to Abu Dhabi.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about rematch
What are the current odds for a potential rematch between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira?
The current odds for a potential rematch between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira are as follows:
- Charles Oliveira: +285
- Islam Makhachev: -350
Who is favored to win the rematch?
Islam Makhachev is heavily favored to win the rematch against Charles Oliveira.
How did their first fight play out?
In their initial encounter, Makhachev dominated Oliveira with a dominant performance on the feet and on the ground. Makhachev ultimately finished the fight with an arm-triangle choke submission, crowning him as the new UFC lightweight champion.
Has Islam Makhachev defended his title since the first fight?
Yes, after defeating Oliveira, Makhachev successfully defended his title with a unanimous decision win over UFC featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski.
What is the implied winning percentage for Makhachev and Oliveira?
Based on the current odds, Makhachev has an implied winning percentage of 78 percent, while Oliveira has a winning percentage of just 26 percent.
When is the potential rematch expected to take place?
No official decision has been made about Makhachev’s next opponent or the exact date of the potential rematch. However, Makhachev hopes to make his return in October when the UFC lands in Abu Dhabi.
More about rematch
- UFC Official Website
- BetOnline.ag
- Islam Makhachev UFC Profile
- Charles Oliveira UFC Profile
- UFC Lightweight Division
- UFC Lightweight Championship
