The festivities and adrenaline of last weekend’s UFC 329 won’t be easy to match. Still, the UFC returns to Oklahoma this weekend, as two former champions, Kamaru Usman and Dricus Du Plessis, go head-to-head in the main event of UFC Oklahoma. Aside from the main event showing, we have a plethora of talent battling it out in the Sooner State. So, per usual, I’m back with my three most carefully selected UFC Oklahoma best bets, Fight Night analysis, and predictions so you can play them at ibet.
- Back Cannonier vs. Duncan to end by KO/TKO at 2.15 odds at ibet.
- Bet on Chase Hooper winning by KO or submission at 1.67 odds at ibet.
- Take Harris to win at 2.07 odds at ibet.
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UFC Oklahoma Best Bets
Jared Cannonier 3.65 (+265) vs. Christian Leroy Duncan 1.24 (-417)
The Stylistic Matchup: Two heavy-hitters will light up the co-main event in what should be an all-out striking battle.
Four straight wins, a 7-2 UFC record, and a 71% knockout percentage are part of the justified hype that England’s Christian Leroy Duncan enters OKC with. The Brit loves a spinning strike or two (flashy for us Englishmen, I know), but most importantly, the defensive frailties he struggled with early in his UFC tenure seem to have been fixed.
However, one simply doesn’t prove oneself as a legitimate contender without going through a gatekeeper. In-step Jared Cannonier. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ doesn’t take his nickname lightly; 7 knockouts from his 11 UFC career wins position him as a serious threat, although at 42 years of age, doubts are beginning to linger on how much remains in the tank.
Cannonier vs. CLD Prediction
From a technical striking ability, age, size, and momentum advantage, this really is Duncan’s fight to lose. Unfortunately, the UFC odds agree… Maybe a little too much.
I wouldn’t argue CLD as a parlay piece whatsoever, but for my bettors seeking some single action in this bout, there’s an intriguing prop bet that seems to be holding value.
The most apparent win condition for both men is to flatline the opponent. With some seriously heavy leather being lined up, back this fight to end by knockout. If Cannonier’s old, sneaky power creeps in, we’re covered, and if Duncan has the speed and kickboxing advantage we anticipate, we’re also covered because surviving three rounds of the Brit’s punishing offence will be unlikely.
Cannonier vs. Duncan Best Bet: Fight Ends by KO/TKO at 2.15 [+115]
Chase Hooper 1.24 (-417) vs. Mitch Ramirez 3.65 (+265)
The Stylistic Matchup: A young prospect looks to return to the win column against a heavy hitter without a UFC win.
We know Chase Hooper is all about that grappling, but an aggressive kickboxing offense has matched his skill set of late. The 26-year-old was riding high on a five-fight win streak prior to losses versus Hernandez and Gibson Jr., but it would seem that the level of competition has dropped significantly ahead of his Saturday return.
Mitch Ramirez entered the UFC as a man known for his heavy hands. However, his fights told a different story, suggesting we have an average striker on our hands. Two UFC bouts and two TKO losses are the reasons why the line is so wide, and worse still, he’s yet to prove he can fend off constant grappling attacks at this level.
Hooper vs. Ramirez Prediction
He’s easily marketable and still years absent of reaching his prime. Losing via knockout in back-to-back fights is concerning, yes, but Hooper remains a huge favorite. The reason being? Well, he simply has more ways to win, and despite the setbacks, he’s clearly the more UFC-capable fighter out of the two.
Hooper might not be ready for the upper echelon at 155 lbs, but he’s undoubtedly proven himself at destroying this level of competition. He’ll most likely snatch a submission with his superior grappling, but I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw some ground-and-pound.
Hooper vs Ramirez Best Bet: Chase Hooper Wins by KO or Submission 1.67 [-149]
Alvin Hines 1.67 (-300) vs. RJ Harris 2.07 (+200)
The Stylistic Matchup: Two sweaty heavyweight newcomers will arrive in OKC, head-hunting.
Alvine Hines’ unbeaten run was rudely interrupted when Jhonata Diniz welcomed him to the UFC last year. He then popped for steroids and could very well be entering his first pro bout without the juice this weekend.
He was a finishing machine prior to the UFC, but what heavyweight with just a tiny bit of talent isn’t? The problem is that Hines is 34 and has relied heavily on aggression in regional scene wins. This style, without serious talent, won’t survive in the UFC.
RJ Harris is green. He’s 5-0 and will make his UFC debut this weekend, but at 27 and 6’6, I see more promise in him than in his opponent. He’s very long, thus frustrating for the opposition. His LFA tenure isn’t exactly the best measuring stick, but his ability to deal with overly aggressive opponents does stand out in this matchup.
Hines vs. Harris Prediction
Other than having one fight in the UFC, I struggle to understand why this betting line isn’t split down the middle. More importantly, I prefer Harris’ as a lower-level heavyweight overall. He’ll have the size and speed, and as mentioned, a juice-less Hines could be an easy night in the office.
With all this juice talk, the betting juice is another problem on this card. Fortunately, we have a live underdog in Harris, even if it is a sloppy heavyweight battle.
Hines vs. Harris Best Bet: Harris to Win 2.07 [+107]
UFC Oklahoma Best Bets Information
- Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 2026 – 11:00 p.m. CET
- Location: Oklahoma City, USA
- How to Watch: UFC Fight Pass & Paramount+
- Scheduled Fights: 12
- Main Event Bout: Dricus Du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman
- Co-Main Event Bout: Jared Cannonier vs. Christian Leroy Duncan
- Biggest UFC F Betting Favorite: Alden Coria at 1.06
