One Oddschecker user has staked a four-figure bet on the Irishman at 7/1.
After months of rumours and empty threats by two of the biggest global sporting icons, they’ve finally settled on a eye-watering amount and, more importantly, a date for them to face off in the ring. Neither Conor McGregor or Floyd Mayweather will struggle for cash following the super-fight, with both fighters expected to earn an absurd £78 million each! Even though punters can only win a fraction of this amount from the fight, it hasn’t stopped them looking to make a quick win.
The date for the fight was announced last night and since that announcement bets have been flooding in for the two superstars. The Irish UFC star may be 7/1 to win the bout but surprisingly Conor McGregor has been the popular choice with bettors. Boxing pundits are largely in agreement that McGregor will struggle to compete with Mayweathers speed and power in a straight boxing match, however, the majority of punters are happy to take on the older American. Following the shock announcement of the date, 58% of bets have been placed on the Irishman being victorious. This includes one bullish Oddschecker user who has staked a four-figure bet at 7/1.
Conor McGregor to win by knock-out has been the popular pick with bettors, which has been priced at 15/2 with one bookmaker.
Expect the odds for Conor McGregor to shorten as we get closer to August, he’s a big price now but the media will hype up his chances, which will in-turn shorten his price. If you’re going to back the Irishman, I’d get on him now.
