Originally Posted by
Svino
I was surprised to see Jordan Breen's take on Struve / Barry:
I am absolutely shocked Barry is a sizable favorite. I have placed money on Stefan Struve at +160, and would advise gambling types to consider doing likewise.
Pat Barry was submitted by Mirko Cro Cop and Tim Hague. Stefan Struve, while he has been knocked out dramatically and memorably, is still 5-3 in the UFC and can take punishment. He has also submitted BJJ black belts. He can sweep and submit from guard.
Not to say Barry can't win, but if Struve just grabs him and pulls guard, that might be the end. Not unwinnable for one of MMA's most winning personalities, but the odds should be flipped in Struve's favor.
We'll see, I guess. I rarely bet strikers over grapplers, even having a "rule" against betting on sprawl-and-brawl favorites. But I just see Struve getting smashed here.