Mike Perry Favored at -200 Over Nate Diaz in Netflix MVP MMA Debut
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Updated · Covers · May 17
Mike Perry Favored at -200 Over Nate Diaz in Netflix MVP MMA Debut
10 articles · Updated · Covers · May 17
Mike Perry entered Saturday’s inaugural MVP MMA event as a clear betting favorite over Nate Diaz, with moneyline odds around -200 and a suggested pick of Perry by decision at +190.
Perry’s edge rests on recent activity and sharper striking after reinventing himself in bare-knuckle boxing, where he became a BKFC champion and stayed active.
Diaz, now 41, has fought mostly in novelty boxing bouts since leaving the UFC in 2022, raising doubts about his pace and durability over a full MMA fight.
The matchup pits Diaz’s 21-13 record and 12 submission wins against Perry’s 14-8 mark and 11 knockout victories in a welterweight undercard bout streamed on Netflix.
Will Mike Perry's bare-knuckle violence conquer Nate Diaz, or has he forgotten how to grapple?
Is Netflix's first MMA event the beginning of the end for the UFC's reign?
Is MVP's star-studded debut building a new MMA dynasty or just a nostalgic cash grab?