UFC Integrity Issues Arise Amid Betting Controversy

UFC fighter Isaac Dulgarian has been released following a controversy surrounding abnormal betting activity ahead of his fight against Yadier del Valle at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. According to a report from Casino.org News, Dulgarian was a heavy betting favorite, priced at minus 275, with del Valle at plus 220.

However, unusual betting patterns emerged, particularly on del Valle winning in Round 1, prompting Integrity Compliance 360 to alert sportsbooks of this activity. The betting line moved dramatically, with Dulgarian's odds dropping to minus 154 just before the fight.

In response to the flagged betting activity, several sportsbooks halted betting on the fight entirely. The UFC also released a statement emphasizing their commitment to integrity, noting that they work with Integrity Compliance 360 to monitor wagering on all UFC events.

Following the fight, which ended with del Valle winning by submission in Round 1, Caesars Sportsbook announced they would issue refunds to bettors who lost on the fight. They stated that mobile customers with losing bets would receive cash credits within 24 hours.

Dulgarian, who had previously made comments about fighters receiving a cut of betting profits, remains listed on the UFC's website with a record of seven wins and two losses. This incident raises significant concerns about the integrity of betting practices in the UFC and could have broader implications for the sports betting community.

The UFC's proactive measures and the response from sportsbooks reflect the seriousness with which they are treating these allegations.