What It Means
In boxing, “Points Victory or Technical Decision” refers to how a fight is won based on the judges’ scorecards rather than a knockout (KO/TKO). This market covers two outcomes:
- Points Victory – The fight goes the full number of rounds and the winner is decided by the judges’ scorecards.
- Technical Decision – The fight is stopped early due to an accidental injury (like a head clash), and the winner is decided using the judges’ scorecards if enough rounds have been completed (usually 4 rounds in a 12-round fight).
Example of Points Victory
- Fighter A vs Fighter B
- The fight goes the full 12 rounds.
- Judges score:
- 116–112
- 117–111
- 115–113
- Fighter A wins on points.
Bet Wins: If you bet on Fighter A to win by Points/Decision, your bet wins.
Example of Technical Decision
- Fighter A vs Fighter B
- Round 6: Accidental clash of heads causes a cut on Fighter B.
- Doctor stops the fight.
- Judges scorecards are used to declare a technical decision.
- Fighter A is ahead and wins.
Bet Wins: If you bet on Fighter A to win by Points/Technical Decision, this still counts.
What’s NOT Included:
- KO (Knockout)
- TKO (Technical Knockout)
- Disqualification
These results are not considered “Points/Technical Decision” outcomes.
Betting Tips
- Analyze Fighters’ Styles:
- Defensive, tactical fighters like Floyd Mayweather, Shakur Stevenson, or Devin Haney are more likely to win on points.
- If both fighters have low KO rates, the bout is likely to go the distance.
- Check Past Results:
- If a fighter has many wins by UD (Unanimous Decision) or SD (Split Decision), points betting is logical.
- Southpaws or Technical Boxers:
- They often win on points due to movement and avoiding damage.
- High Stakes Fights (Championships):
- Fighters tend to be cautious. Bet on points/technical decision in these types of fights.
- Use Live Betting:
- If the first few rounds are tactical and slow-paced, live bet on a decision win.
Example of a Betting Market
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Fighter A by KO/TKO/DQ | 2.50 |
| Fighter A by Points/Technical Decision | 1.90 |
| Fighter B by KO/TKO/DQ | 6.00 |
| Fighter B by Points/Technical Decision | 5.50 |
Summary
Points Victory/Technical Decision betting is ideal for fights expected to go the distance or feature technical, low-power boxers. With proper research, it offers safer odds than knockout bets and is popular for savvy bettors targeting decision-based wins.
Let me know if you want tips for a specific fight!
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