Dana White has announced that Gilbert Burns will take on Belal Muhammad in a huge Welterweight co-main event at UFC 288 from Newark, New Jersey, on May 6th. The odds are out for this matchup, so let's have a look.
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These odds mean a bettor would win $138 on a $100 wager on Belal Muhammad, while they would need to risk $178 to win $100 on Gilbert Burns.
This fight comes with much anticipation as it provides clarity in the Welterweight division, providing a clear contender for champion Leon Edwards. Belal Muhamad comes into this fight on a nine-fight unbeaten streak, with his most recent win being a stoppage over Sean Brady. Gilbert Burns makes a quick turnaround here after beating Jorge Masvidal by decision at UFC 287 just weeks ago.
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Belal Muhammad (+110) vs. Sean Brady (-120) UFC 270 - Win
Belal Muhammad (+155) vs. Vicente Luque (-165) UFC Fight Night: Luque vs. Muhammad 2 - Win
Belal Muhammad (+185) vs. Stephen Thompson (-200) UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus - Win
Belal Muhammad (-200) vs. Demian Maia (+185) UFC 263 - Win
Belal Muhammad (+245) vs. Leon Edwards (-265) UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Muhammad - No Contest
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Gilbert Burns (-410) vs. Jorge Masvidal (+365) UFC 287 - Win
Gilbert Burns (-460) vs. Neil Magny (+410) UFC 283 - Win
Gilbert Burns (+400) vs. Khamzat Chimaev (-450) UFC 273 - Loss
Gilbert Burns (+132) vs. Stephen Thompson (-142) UFC 264 - Win
Gilbert Burns (-260) vs. Kamaru Usman (+240) UFC 258 - Loss
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