UFC on ESPN 66: Evan Elder vs Gauge Young Prediction & Betting Odds

Prepare for an undercard bout at UFC on ESPN 66 taking place at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This fight features Evan Elder facing Gauge Young and is part of the event headlined by Ian Garry vs Carlos Prates.

Evan `The Phenom` Elder holds a professional mixed martial arts record of 9 wins and 2 losses. He began his professional career in 2018 fighting out of Syndicate MMA and secured a submission victory over Darrius Flowers last July. His opponent, Gauge `Gee Money` Young, will be competing in his hometown. Young turned professional in 2020 and has quickly built a record of 9 wins, primarily known for his striking. He recently earned a TKO win against Eric Grant. While Young shows promise, he will need to address defensive vulnerabilities when stepping into the octagon against Elder`s versatile skill set.

Evan Elder vs Gauge Young Betting Odds

• Favorite: Evan Elder – 1.5 (-200)
• Underdog: Gauge Young – 2.8 (+180)

Evan Elder is listed as the significant favorite with odds of 1.5 (-200). The odds for him winning by decision (2.0, or -105) indicate that oddsmakers see a high probability of the fight going the distance in his favor. Gauge Young is the underdog at 2.8 (+180). Despite being less likely to win, his knockout odds of 7.0 (+600) offer potential value for bettors anticipating a finish. The betting landscape strongly suggests an Elder victory, predominantly by points, making Young a higher-risk option for those seeking an upset with better returns.

Evan Elder vs Gauge Young Start Time

The live broadcast for the UFC on ESPN 66 main card, which includes the Evan Elder vs Gauge Young bout, is scheduled to begin at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for the approximate start times in various time zones.

How to Watch Evan Elder vs Gauge Young

The fight can be watched live via ESPN+.