Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson was originally brought into the UFC as part of the UFC’s absorption of the WFA, and more importantly to allow Chuck Liddell to avenge his final loss. Rampage, however, had different plans, and would upset the champion and claim the title for himself. After losing his title in a controversial decision to Forrest Griffin in 2008, Rampage managed to keep his career relevant by avenging two losses of his own with a spectacular knockout of his PRIDE nemesis Wanderlei Silva. After losing to Rashad Evans in May 2010, most questioned whether Rampage’s head was still in the game, however after upsetting top contender Lyoto Machida at the end of the year, Rampage has shown why he is still ranked top 5 in the division.

The Latest Quinton Jackson Vs Matt Hamill Odds;

Quinton Jackson – (-280) @ Bodog.Com
Matt Hamill – (+220) @ BookMaker.Com

Matt Hamill made a name for himself on TUF 3, notably as the first deaf fighter to compete in the UFC. After losing in a grudge match with TUF 3 winner Michael Bisping, Hamill’s stock skyrocketed as most expected him to easily lose, and instead he showed off his vastly improved striking and well rounded MMA game. Since then, Hamill has gone 6-1 in the UFC and is currently on a 5 fight winning streak including a stoppage loss to top contender Rich Franklin, a disqualification “win” to current champion Jon ‘Bones’ Jones (where Hamill was soundly dominated), and close decision wins against former contenders Tito Ortiz and Keith Jardine. Like Rampage, Hamill is probably two wins away from a title shot.

Most onlookers are viewing this fight as a striker versus wrestler matchup, with Rampage (despite being known for his slams) taking on the role of the striker, and Hamill taking on the role of the wrestler. However, like all top mixed martial artists, Rampage himself is a very good wrestler, and Hamill has made considerable improvements in his striking. The reason why the odds have Rampage as such a favorite however is because the difference in their striking ability is perceived to be a lot bigger than the difference in their wrestling ability, if there is even a difference there at all.

Some will point to Rampage’s loss to Rashad Evans as evidence that Rampage is susceptible to takedowns and losing a decision by being outwrestled, however the difference between Evans and Hamill is that Evans possesses one punch knockout power.

Since Rampage will not have to worry about Hamill’s power, he can more easily address Hamill’s takedown attempts while looking for knockout openings of his own.

There is however a bigger reason to believe that Rampage might lose the fight. Rampage partially blamed his Evans loss on his film commitments, and has openly stated that he would rather act than fight. Rampage has always had a bit of a reputation for disliking training, however over the last couple of years the perception is that Rampage’s head is seriously out of the fight game. Hamill is not a bad fighter, and at this level of the game, failing to train properly can easily cost one the fight.

Despite all this, the stylistic matchup and the skill set differential greatly favours Rampage. He is the vastly better striker, has more power, and the prediction is that he will knock Hamill out. Further, despite clearly losing the third round to Lyoto Machida, Rampage looked very good in the first two rounds, suggesting that the motivation issues are not as problematic as some think. The odds are however a little steep at -280, and for that reason only a small-medium size bet can be recommended. However a Rampage win really does seems like a formality.

The Quinton Rampage Jackson Vs Matt Hamill Betting Odds are currently jumping around, as money is placed on what is now the UFC 130 main event. The favourite, Quinton Jackson’s odds have fluctuated between -270 and -320.

Conclusion: We feel a small-medium bet is warranted on Rampage at the current odds.

Quinton Jackson Vs Matt Hamill Odds;

Quinton Jackson – (-280) @ Bodog.Com
Matt Hamill – (+220) @ BookMaker.Com

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