What is said about Grasso Vs Shevchenko 2?
Kuhn on what the numbers mean: Shevchenko was a clear favorite in her surprising loss to Grasso, so the odds should be closer this time. And yet, Shevchenko still has performance advantages, but not enough to make her a big favorite again.
‘Bullet’ was probably ahead on the scorecards before Grasso submitted her. If the market believes the first fight was a fluke, Grasso could have value once again as an underdog, as she is in her prime at 30 and continues to improve as a fighter. Additionally, Grasso enters this fight as the reigning champion fighting with the crowd likely in her favor.
Parker on bettors’ inclination: Shevchenko will win. Some might consider her first fight one of the five biggest upsets in UFC history. Grasso took the first round with her boxing and her performance exchanging blows. In rounds 2 and 3, the judges gave the advantage to Shevchenko, who began to find her rhythm and seemed to be heading towards another victory. In the fourth round, Shevchenko continued her momentum and perhaps even became overconfident when a mistake allowed Grasso to take her back and seize the opportunity.