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Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje Prediction, UFC 274 Odds, Highlights and Start Time

by
Zach Brunner
May 7, 2022

This UFC betting preview for Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje will share the odds, picks, prediction, stats, highlights, start time and stream for how to watch UFC 274 fights this weekend.

BREAKING | Charles Oliveira Stripped of Lightweight Title Ahead of UFC 274

Due to missing weight, Oliveira has been stripped of the title. While the fight is still on, there are consequences. CLICK HERE to read more.

Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje Start Time and UFC 274 Info

UFC 274 — Lightweight Title Bout | Main Event
Charles “do Bronx” Oliveira (32-8-0, 9 KO, 20 Sub) vs. Justin Gaethje (23-3-0, 19 KO, 1 Sub)
Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022
Start Time: This will be the final fight on the main card, which begins at 10 PM EST
Venue: Footprint Center — Phoenix, AZ
Coverage: ESPN+

In the main event of UFC 274, we have a tremendous battle for the Lightweight Title between two fighters with very different styles. While Charles Oliveira can stand up and fight, he is one of the best submission artists the UFC has ever seen. Clearly, he would love to get this fight to the mat. However, as we saw in his last fight against Dustin Poirier, he can get you to submit while still upright as well.

As for Justin Gaethje, he is a wrestler who refuses to wrestle. Instead, he will be looking to keep the fight on their feet, as he performs in front of his home crowd. He recognizes his mistake of backing up against another great grappler in Khabib Nurmagomedov, so expect to see him put the pressure on Oliveira. He will look to break him down with leg kicks early, then look to put his lights out as the fight wears on.

Simply, this fight comes down to which fighter gets to control how the fight goes. With two very different styles, it will be exciting to see how it plays out. If you’re looking for a best bet, put money on a finish. It doesn’t seem like this fight will go the distance.

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How to Watch UFC 274 Tonight

If you are wondering how to watch UFC 274, it’s easy! The UFC 274 prelims and early prelims will be available to watch for free via ESPN+. Anyone who has an ESPN+ account is already good to go. If you do not have an ESPN+ account, you can click here to get it! Either purchase an ESPN+ account ($6.99) or buy the full Disney+ bundle ($13.99), which includes Disney+ and Hulu — a worthwhile investment.

The packed main card will be available via PPV here. With two title fights, there’s no doubt that UFC 274 is a must-watch event on Saturday night.

Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje Odds & Betting Info

UFC betting odds for UFC 274 are taken from BetUS Sportsbook.

Moneyline:

Charles Oliveira: (-170)
Justin Gaethje: (+140)
Draw: (+6600)

Method of Victory:
Charles Oliveira

KO/TKO or DQ: (+600)
Submission: (+135)
Decision: (+400)

Justin Gaethje

KO/TKO or DQ: (+175)
Submission: (+3000)
Decision: (+700)

Round Betting:

Oliveira Round 1 (+330)
Gaethje Round 1 (+550)
Oliveira Round 2 (+500)
Gaethje Round 2 (+800)
Oliveira Round 3 (+750)
Gaethje Round 3 (+1250)
Oliveira Round 4 (+1200)
Gaethje Round 4 (+1800)
Oliveira Round 5 (+1800)
Gaethje Round 5 (+2500)
Oliveira By Points (+400)
Gaethje By Points (+700)

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Fighter Comparison

Charles Oliveira	NAME	Justin Gaethje
32-8-0	RECORD	23-3-0
Brazil	COUNTRY	USA
5-10	HEIGHT	5-11
155.5 lbs	WEIGHT	155 lbs
74 in	REACH	70 in
41 in	LEG REACH	40 in
28%	KO WIN %	83%
63%	SUB WIN %	4%
9%	DEC WIN %	13%

Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje Betting Trends & Stats

– Charles Oliveira defeated Dustin Poirier, by submission, in his last fight on Dec. 11, 2021.
– Justin Gaethje defeated Michael Chandler, by knockout, in his last fight on Nov. 6, 2021.
– Oliveira averages 3.44 significant strikes landed per minute with a 53% accuracy rate.
– Gaethje averages 7.50 significant strikes landed per minute with a 60% accuracy rate.
– Oliveira averages 3.13 significant strikes absorbed per minute with a 52% defense rate.
– Gaethje averages 7.81 significant strikes absorbed per minute with a 55% defense rate.
– Oliveira averages 2.50 takedowns per 15 minutes.
– Gaethje has a 73% takedown defense rate.

Stats via UFC.com