It has become very popular to bet on the UFC across the United States. The odds for each fighter have become main talking points in the media and with such varying opinions on each fighters chance of winning it is very possible to make a healthy profit betting on UFC fights.
On this page we explain the current legal status of sports betting in Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri, outline the options Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri residents have for betting on UFC fights, look at some popular UFC bets, and finish with a general step by step guide to getting started.
Is Sports Betting Legal in Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri?
It depends on the state.
- Kansas: Yes. Sports betting launched on September 1, 2022, with licensed online sportsbooks and casino sportsbooks.
- Missouri: Yes. Voters approved Amendment 2 in November 2024, and online and casino sports betting launched on December 1, 2025.
- Oklahoma: No. A bill to legalize sports betting through the state’s tribal casinos, House Bill 1047, failed in the Senate in April 2026, and supporters have discussed taking the issue to voters instead.
Where Can Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri Residents Bet On The UFC?
Licensed Sportsbooks in Kansas and Missouri
In Kansas and Missouri, licensed sportsbook apps such as DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, Fanatics and bet365 offer the full range of bets on UFC fights. You must be 21 or older and physically located in the state. Oklahoma residents can use these apps while visiting Kansas or Missouri.
Prediction Markets
Prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket let you buy and sell contracts on the outcome of UFC fights. Instead of betting against a sportsbook, you trade with other users, and the price of a contract reflects the market’s view of how likely an outcome is. These platforms operate under federal oversight from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) rather than state gambling law, which is why they are available in all three states, including Oklahoma.
Daily Fantasy Sports
Daily fantasy sports (DFS) apps are available in all three states. DFS lets you pick fighters or players and compete based on their statistics rather than betting on who wins.
Offshore Sportsbooks
Offshore sportsbooks are licensed outside the United States and accept bets from residents of all three states. They are not licensed or regulated by any US state, which means bettors who use them have no state regulator to turn to if there is a dispute over a bet or a withdrawal.
UFC Betting Options
There are a variety of bets you can make on each UFC fight, but the most common wager by far is simply wagering on which athlete will win the fight.
Here’s an example of the odds from the Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira main event fight from UFC 326:
In this example Max Holloway is the favorite with odds of -205. This means you would have to risk $205 to win $100 betting on Holloway. Charles Oliveira is a +175 underdog, so a $100 wager would win $175 (payout of $275) betting on Oliveira.
There are several other betting options available as well. Some of the prop bets include total rounds (over/under 2.5 rounds as seen in above screenshot), method of victory, round betting and more.
Here’s a look at the method of victory odds from the Holloway vs Oliveira fight. Method of victory (also called Fight Outcome) is my personal favorite prop to bet:
The odds indicate that Holloway by knockout or DQ is most likely to win (odds of +135).
How To Bet On The UFC From Kansas, Oklahoma or Missouri – Step By Step
Whichever option you choose, the process of getting started is similar. Here’s a general guide.
Step 1. Choose Your Option
Decide which type of platform fits how you want to bet. Licensed sportsbooks offer the full range of bets where they are available, prediction markets let you trade contracts on the outcome, and DFS apps are built around player stats. Review the options above before signing up.
Step 2. Check The Age and Location Rules
Every platform has its own eligibility requirements. Most prediction markets and DFS apps require you to be at least 18, while licensed sportsbooks require you to be 21 in most states and physically located in the state where they are licensed.
Step 3. Create and Verify Your Account
Sign up with your legal name, date of birth and address. Regulated platforms are required to verify your identity, so you may be asked for the last four digits of your Social Security number or a photo of your ID.
Step 4. Fund Your Account
Deposit using one of the platform’s payment methods, which commonly include debit cards and bank transfers. Check how withdrawals work, and how long they take, before you deposit.
Step 5. Find The Market and Place Your Bet
Navigate to the UFC or MMA section, select the market you’re interested in, and choose your position. Before confirming, check the price or odds and how much you stand to win, using the bet types explained above as a guide.
Step 6. Set Limits
Decide on a budget before fight night and stick to it. Most regulated platforms let you set deposit and time limits in your account settings. If betting stops being fun, help is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.
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