First episode of the new year!

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return to First Strike with a look ahead to 2026 — including UFC betting tips for the year, a peek into the futures market, and an early conversation around UFC 324. Joined this week by special guest Lou Finocchiaro!

From long-term betting strategy to division outlooks and early market edges, the crew sets the tone for another big year on First Strike.

Programming note: We recorded this episode before the news broke that Kayla Harrison is out of next week’s fight against Amanda Nuñes due to injury.

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First episode of the new year!Dave Ross and Rob Moreno return to First Strike with a look ahead to 2026 — including UFC betting tips for the year, a peek into the futures market, and an early conversation around UFC 324. Joined this week by special guest Lou Finocchiaro!From long-term betting strategy to division outlooks and early market edges, the crew sets the tone for another big year on First Strike.<blockquote>Programming note: We recorded this episode before the news broke that Kayla Harrison is out of next week’s fight against Amanda Nuñes due to injury.</blockquote>👉 Subscribe for weekly UFC betting previews, sharp insights, and expert guests every fight week.📲 Follow us across platforms: @drosssports | @TheRobbeo | @GambLou   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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First Strike: VSiN's UFC Betting Podcast

2026 Betting Tips, Futures Market & UFC 324 Preview | First Strike

First Strike is back with a full betting preview of UFC 326, featuring a massive BMF Championship showdown between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira.

Hosts Dave Ross (@drosssports) and Rob Moreno (@TheRobbeo) are joined by Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics) to break down the card from a betting perspective, diving into matchup dynamics, analytics, and model predictions ahead of fight night.

On this episode:



📊 Data-driven insights with Reed Kuhn

🥊 Holloway vs Oliveira BMF title fight breakdown

💰 Betting angles and market value

🎯 Model predictions across the card

Whether you’re betting the fights or just want sharper analysis heading into UFC 326, First Strike gets you ready for fight night.

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🌐 More sports betting coverage at VSiN.com



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Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo





00:00 - UFC 326 

01:10 - BMF Championship Preview 

08:40 - Sumudaerji vs Jesus Aguilar Preview 

10:57 - Drew Dober takes on Michael Johnson 

13:10 - Co-Main Preview: Borralho vs RDR 

16:27 - Rob Moreno joins the show 

18:17 - Long Xiao vs Cody Garbrandt Prediction 

22:30 - Robocop vs The Hulk Rematch 

26:45 - Model Prediction on Johnson vs Dober 

30:14 - Main Event Time! 

40:00 - UFC 326 Modelo Update


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First Strike is back with a full betting preview of UFC 326, featuring a massive BMF Championship showdown between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira.
Hosts Dave Ross (@drosssports) and Rob Moreno (@TheRobbeo) are joined by Reed Kuhn (@Fightnomics) to break down the card from a betting perspective, diving into matchup dynamics, analytics, and model predictions ahead of fight night.
On this episode:
 
📊 Data-driven insights with Reed Kuhn
🥊 Holloway vs Oliveira BMF title fight breakdown
💰 Betting angles and market value
🎯 Model predictions across the card
Whether you’re betting the fights or just want sharper analysis heading into UFC 326, First Strike gets you ready for fight night.
🎧 Subscribe to First Strike wherever you get your podcasts.
🌐 More sports betting coverage at VSiN.com
 
 Follow the hosts: on X:
Dave Ross — @drosssports
Rob Moreno — @TheRobbeo
 
 
00:00 - UFC 326 
01:10 - BMF Championship Preview 
08:40 - Sumudaerji vs Jesus Aguilar Preview 
10:57 - Drew Dober takes on Michael Johnson 
13:10 - Co-Main Preview: Borralho vs RDR 
16:27 - Rob Moreno joins the show 
18:17 - Long Xiao vs Cody Garbrandt Prediction 
22:30 - Robocop vs The Hulk Rematch 
26:45 - Model Prediction on Johnson vs Dober 
30:14 - Main Event Time! 
40:00 - UFC 326 Modelo Update Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UFC 326 Betting Preview | Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira BMF Championship | First Strike

First Strike is back with a full betting preview of UFC Mexico, headlined by Brandon Moreno vs Lone’er Kavanagh.

Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Dan Vreeland (@GumbyVreeland) to break down the card from a betting perspective, diving into model projections, matchup dynamics, and where the value might lie heading into fight night.



📊 Model-driven predictions

💰 Betting angles across the card

🧠 Moreno vs Kavanagh breakdown

🎯 Spots worth targeting (and avoiding)



Whether you’re looking for sharp analysis or actionable betting insight, First Strike gets you ready for UFC Mexico.

🎧 Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Or watch on YouTube! (@FirstStrike-mma)

🐦 Follow the hosts on X: @drosssports & @TheRobbeo

🌐 More sports betting coverage at VSiN.com



00:00 - Welcome Back

01:13 - Previewing Brandon Moreno vs Lone’er Kavanagh

05:53 - A look at Marlon Vera vs David Martinez

08:00 - Expect Fireworks in Daniel Zellhuber vs King Green

10:00 - Diving Deeper in UFC Mexico

11:10 - Ailin Perez vs Macy Chiasson

14:44 - Identifying some Prelim plays

18:19 - Welcome back Rob Moreno

20:38 - Extracting value out of Zellhuber vs Green

24:26 - A close look at Ailin Perez vs Macy Chiasson

28:06 - Advice from the data

31:16 - Main Event Model Predictions

37:44 - Wrap Up


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First Strike is back with a full betting preview of UFC Mexico, headlined by Brandon Moreno vs Lone’er Kavanagh.
Dave Ross and Rob Moreno are joined by Dan Vreeland (@GumbyVreeland) to break down the card from a betting perspective, diving into model projections, matchup dynamics, and where the value might lie heading into fight night.
 
📊 Model-driven predictions
💰 Betting angles across the card
🧠 Moreno vs Kavanagh breakdown
🎯 Spots worth targeting (and avoiding)
 
Whether you’re looking for sharp analysis or actionable betting insight, First Strike gets you ready for UFC Mexico.
🎧 Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Or watch on YouTube! (@FirstStrike-mma)
🐦 Follow the hosts on X: @drosssports & @TheRobbeo
🌐 More sports betting coverage at VSiN.com
 
00:00 - Welcome Back
01:13 - Previewing Brandon Moreno vs Lone’er Kavanagh
05:53 - A look at Marlon Vera vs David Martinez
08:00 - Expect Fireworks in Daniel Zellhuber vs King Green
10:00 - Diving Deeper in UFC Mexico
11:10 - Ailin Perez vs Macy Chiasson
14:44 - Identifying some Prelim plays
18:19 - Welcome back Rob Moreno
20:38 - Extracting value out of Zellhuber vs Green
24:26 - A close look at Ailin Perez vs Macy Chiasson
28:06 - Advice from the data
31:16 - Main Event Model Predictions
37:44 - Wrap Up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UFC Mexico: Brandon Moreno vs Lone'er Kavanagh | First Strike

The transition to Paramount Plus has made UFC more accessible.
Viewers are willing to overlook some technical glitches for lower costs.
The UFC is actively promoting finishes in fights.
Strickland's fighting style may lead to a decision rather than a finish.
There is value in betting on both Ege and Medich in their respective fights.
Strickland's experience may give him an edge in the fight against Hernandez.
Ronda Rousey's return is seen as a money grab rather than a serious comeback.
The undercard features intriguing matchups that could surprise viewers.
The importance of matchmaking in the UFC is highlighted by recent trends.
Historical figures like Joe Frazier are essential to understanding the sport's legacy.


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<ul><li>The transition to Paramount Plus has made UFC more accessible.</li><li>Viewers are willing to overlook some technical glitches for lower costs.</li><li>The UFC is actively promoting finishes in fights.</li><li>Strickland's fighting style may lead to a decision rather than a finish.</li><li>There is value in betting on both Ege and Medich in their respective fights.</li><li>Strickland's experience may give him an edge in the fight against Hernandez.</li><li>Ronda Rousey's return is seen as a money grab rather than a serious comeback.</li><li>The undercard features intriguing matchups that could surprise viewers.</li><li>The importance of matchmaking in the UFC is highlighted by recent trends.</li><li>Historical figures like Joe Frazier are essential to understanding the sport's legacy.</li></ul> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of First Strike, host Dave Ross and guest Lou Finocchiaro discuss the latest developments in MMA, including the impact of Paramount Plus on UFC viewing, the upcoming fight between Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez, and insights on the undercard. They also touch on the return of Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, and reflect on the significance of historical figures in combat sports.

2026 Betting Tips, Futures Market & UFC 324 Preview | First Strike

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