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Here's something I didn't expect to see. The heaviest favorite this weekend (via Bovada) is Joanna Jedrzejczyk at -2250, Ronda is at -2000. (you can get roughly -1000 if you parlay both fights, which doesn't seem like a bad deal)

I'm surprised that a bet on Ronda pays more, maybe the gamblers think she might box to prove she's a complete fighter.

I understand why Joanna is an overwhelming favorite though, Valerie is a mediocre kickboxer who plans to stand and trade with Joanna. That sounds like a terrible plan, and I foresee a whole lot of blood in that fight. Casual fans and women who are only tuning in for Ronda have no idea what they are in for in the co-main.