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- Conor Benn defied the odds as a 13/10 outsider to beat Chris Eubank Jr in a dominant display.
- Islam Makhachev won the UFC Welterweight title as the 4/11 favourite, living up to pre-fight expectations.
- Angry Ginge remains the favourite to win I’m A Celebrity after a strong opening episode in the jungle.
This Week in Betting
It’s been a blockbuster week across multiple sports and entertainment markets and as OLBG’s resident betting expert, I’ve pulled together the key results, shocks, and odds movements you need to know about.
From a statement win for Conor Benn at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, to the start of I’m A Celebrity, a new UFC champion and some familiar faces dominating in reality TV, here’s your latest betting round-up.
Conor Benn Shocks the Bookies With Statement Win Over Eubank Jr
Let’s start with the biggest boxing story of the week and one of the most surprising betting results.
Conor Benn defied the odds to defeat Chris Eubank Jr in their rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
After losing the first bout, Benn went in as the 13/10 underdog and completely flipped the script with a dominant display.
Interestingly, only 15.29% of bet365 punters backed Benn to win by Decision which was the exact outcome that landed.
TalkSport Bet also offered a huge 40/1 boost for new customers on Benn to win, which proved a smart play for those who took advantage of the free bets offer.
This is another reminder to always keep an eye on enhanced odds across the best boxing betting sites.
Islam Makhachev Claims UFC Welterweight Crown As Odds-On Favourite
Over in the octagon, Islam Makhachev made good on his 4/11 pre-fight odds to defeat Jack Della Maddalena and claim the UFC Welterweight Championship.
It was a clinical, composed display from Makhachev, who was backed heavily across UK betting sites in the lead-up to the bout.
With UFC cards coming thick and fast, make sure you're checking out the latest odds and best MMA betting sites for insight and offers.
Dorking Wanderers Win FA Trophy Clash As Favourites
In the football world, Dorking Wanderers edged out Eastbourne Borough 3-2 in a thrilling FA Trophy second-round tie.
Bookmakers had Dorking as favourites and they delivered though not without drama.
With the third-round draw due this afternoon, eyes will be on who they pull next as the Trophy action heats up.
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Richard Storry Wins Big Brother As Overwhelming Favourite
Reality TV had another major moment on Friday night as Richard Storry became the oldest-ever winner of civilian Big Brother, scooping the crown as the 1/4 odds-on favourite going into the final.
The 60-year-old captured the public’s imagination, and it was no surprise to see bookmakers close ranks in the build-u pricing him well ahead of the competition.
Storry's win shows that people of all ages can win these Reality shows and may well change the landscape of pre-show markets going forward.
Angry Ginge Still Favourite in the Jungle As I'm A Celeb Kicks Off
Sunday night marked the return of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, with Twitch streamer AngryGinge entering the jungle as the early favourite and nothing’s changed after the first episode aired.
He remains top of the market to be crowned King of the Jungle, with bookies still backing him ahead of fellow campmates.
Expect volatility here though as early eliminations and challenge performances often shake up the odds fast.
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Jake’s Take: Lessons From This Week’s Betting Markets
- Value often sits with the underdog, especially when public sentiment is lopsided. Benn was overlooked, and the betting percentages prove it.
- Favourite backers still cash in, particularly in reality TV markets. Richard Storry's win was never in doubt heading into the final week.
- Enhanced odds offers continue to be popular. TalkSport Bet’s Benn boost to 40/1 was one of the most biggest specials all year.
