<p>Scheduled to be the last bout of the night, the contest between Vitor Costa and Damian Pinas appears to provide plenty of intrigue for bettors who know <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/punter-iq/guide/how-to-bet-on-ufc">how to bet on the UFC</a>.</p> <p>Forming part of the <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/ufc-mma">Dana White UFC Contender Series</a> card in Week 8 of the ninth season, this encounter is expected to take place around two hours after the card begins on Wednesday, October 1, at 10:00 AEST.</p> <p>The pair will clash at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, as they both aim to impress those who matter and secure a UFC contract to take their careers to the next level.</p> <h2>Vitor Costa vs Damian Pinas: Tale of the Tape</h2> <p>If looking to bet on this fight, bettors would be wise to examine how the two fighters compare.</p> <p>Indeed, there are many noticeable differences between their key statistics and attributes. These can play a role in the outcome of the fight, which is why it’s crucial to look at the tale of the tape. Costa’s figures are presented first…</p> <ul> <li>Age - 25 vs 23</li> <li>Height - 6'2" (188cm) vs 6'1" (186cm)</li> <li>Weight - 203.3 lbs (92.2 kgs) vs 185.8 lbs (84.3 kgs)</li> <li>Stance - Orthodox vs Orthodox</li> <li>Record - 8-1-0 vs 7-1-0</li> </ul> <h2>Vitor Costa vs Damian Pinas: Betting Preview</h2> <p>As can be seen from the comparison above, Costa appears to have a physical advantage heading into the fight. He has an additional inch of height, while he is almost 18 lbs (8 kgs) heavier than his opponent.</p> <p>He does have one more professional fight under his belt, but their records are almost identical. Still, the Brazilian hasn’t lost a fight in his last five, whereas the man from Aruba has lost one over that period.</p> <p>Costa’s Last Five Opponents:</p> <ul> <li>Antônio Marco Guimarães - Win (TKO, 1) - Sep 2024</li> <li>Eduardo Garvon - Win (TKO, 1) - Jul 2024</li> <li>Rafael Silva - Win (Sub, 1) - Sep 2023</li> <li>Édson Silva - Win (Sub, 1) - May 2023</li> <li>Miguel Firmino - Win (SD, 3) - Sep 2022</li> </ul> <p>Pinas’ Last Five Opponents:</p> <ul> <li>Wesley Silva - Win (TKO, 1) - Dec 2024</li> <li>Jhony Gregory - Win (TKO, 1) - Sep 2024</li> <li>Carlos Matos - Win (TKO, 2) - Jun 2024</li> <li>Italo Gomes - Loss (DQ, 1) - Mar 2024</li> <li>Leonardo Ruiz - Win (TKO, 1) - Nov 2023</li> </ul> <h2>Vitor Costa vs Damian Pinas: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>The <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/ufc-mma/dana-whites-contender-series/vitor-costa-v-damian-pinas-9677506">betting odds for the Vitor Costa vs Damian Pinas</a> bout have highlighted the Brazilian as the favourite entering this fight in the Octagon.</p> <p>Indeed, it’s hard not to back him. When looking for value, picking him to win by TKO/KO in the ‘Method of Victory’ market is the best option, as he has won by this method in the last two fights.</p> <p>Alternatively, if you want to play it safer, we would suggest backing the ‘No’ outcome in the market regarding the ‘Fight to go the distance’. Only one of the 10 fights that the pair have fought has gone the distance, and this doesn’t look at all likely to happen again.</p>