Five Props is a column featured on MMAOddsbreaker.com after every major MMA event that highlights the biggest underdog prop bets to cash out from that card. Here are five UFC on ESPN+ 9 bets that cashed big based on the closing odds from across various sportsbooks.
1) Donald Cerrone by Decision (+410)
Donald Cerrone put in one of the best performances of his career as dropped Al Iaquinta multiple times and beat him up over five rounds to put himself back into title contention. Cerrone decision backers rejoiced once the final bell sounded as they were able to claim a +410 winner
2) Derek Brunson by Decision (+318)
In the co-main event, Derek Brunson landed the bigger strikes, but most certainly utilized his grappling advantage to edge Elias Theodorou by decision in a bout that was always destined to go to the cards. Brunson by decision paid +318
3) Vince Morales by Decision (+286)
Vince Morales did just enough on the feet to beat an ineffective Aiemann Zahabi by decision for his first UFC victory. Morales by decision closed +286
4) Shane Burgos by Decision (+260)
In one of the night’s marquee fights, Shane Burgos showed no fear going toe to toe with Cub Swanson. Burgos landed the bigger, more impactful strikes opening up Cub Swanson to earn the biggest win of his career by decision. Burgos by decision paid out a handsome +260
5) Cole Smith by Decision (+260)
In the night’s opening bout, Cole Smith was able to wear out Mitch Gagnon and earn a decision victory in his UFC debut. Smith by decision paid +260
A $100 parlay on these five props would have netted $106,545
