Breaking News: Frankie Edgar (Pictured) is entering a UFC title fight and he’s the underdog. OK, so maybe that’s not groundbreaking information.
The former lightweight champ challenges reigning featherweight king Jose Aldo for his crown this Saturday at UFC 156. The scrap marks the most anticipated 145-pound affair in MMA history.
Edgar is pegged as a 2-to-1 long shot to dethrone the Brazilian. Aldo, meanwhile, checks in as nearly a 3-to-1 odds-on favorite to retain his title.
UFC 156 takes place inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Here are the available wagering lines for Saturday (Courtesy of BetUS):
Favorites (-) Underdogs (+)
Ian McCall +210
Joseph Benavidez -280
Demian Maia +150
Jon Fitch -180
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira +350
Rashad Evans -500
Antonio Silva +260
Alistair Overeem -360
Frank Edgar +200
Jose Aldo -260
Found January 28, 2013 on
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PLAYERS:
Frankie Edgar,
Jose Aldo,
Joseph Benavidez,
Demian Maia,
Jon Fitch,
Antonio Silva,
Alistair Overeem,
Frank Edgar,
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira
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