Here are the stats, betting tables, and top picks for Artur Beterbiev vs Joe Smith Jr. odds. We’re looking at all 20 betting markets and determining a top pick for each category. You’ll be able to find everything from the safest bet to the most lucrative Beterbiev vs Smith jr. prop bet.
How to Watch and Bet on Beterbiev vs Smith Jr.
Beterbiev vs Smith Jr. airs on June 18th, 2022 at 10:00PM ET. You can watch the fight on ESPN +, live from Madison Square Garden. Our Beterbiev vs Smith Jr. odds come from Bovada, one of the top Boxing betting websites.
Top Betting Pick for Beterbiev vs Smith Jr.
Artur Beterbiev has knocked out everyone he’s faced for a reason. His elusive fients and power jab are similar to the kind of boxing Bivol used to win the decision over Smith. Smith is a gritty fighter that moves forward often, which is exactly the kind of boxer not to be against Beterbiev. Bet the money line for parlay picks and the TKO prop for a -300 payout.
Top Pick for Fans of Joe Smith Jr.
If you think Joe can get it done, the Over 3.5 rounds prop bet pays out more than the Beterbiev money line and matches the majority of the last ten fights for both fighters. If Joe gets it done, it will be the hardest fought decision of his career.
Tale of the Tape for Beterbiev vs Smith Jr.
| Fighter | Artur Beterbiev | Joe Smith jr. ‘The Irish Bomber’ |
| Ranking | Unified Champion | WBO title Holder |
| Age | 37 | 32 |
| Height | 6’0’’ | 6’0’’ |
| Reach | 73’’ | 76’’ |
| Total Fights | 17 | 31 |
| Record | 17-0 | 28-3 |
| Knockouts | 17, 100% | 22, 70% |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Inactivity | Six Months | Five Months |
| Normal Weight class |
Light Heavy | Light Heavy |
| Boxing trainer | Marc ramsay, Andre Kulesza, | Jerry Capobianco |
Joe is the slightly larger man, and has five years of youth on the champion. In person, Beterbiev looks shorter and slightly heavier than Joe. Beterbiev has been known to cut significant weight leading up to the bout.
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— Boxing-Videos.com (@boxingvideoscom) June 16, 2022
Comparing the Fighters Trainers
Joe’s coach Capobianco was responsible for several olympians in the 90s but is now less relevant to anyone but Joe. Marc Ramsay worked with Jean Pascal, Eleider Alvarez and David Lemieux. It would seem Beterbiev has the training advantage, but Smith was able to defeat his training partner Elieder Alvarez in nine rounds.
Money Line and Method of Victory Betting Odds for
| Bet | Artur Beterbiev | Joe Smith jr. |
| Money line | -900 | +500 |
| TKO Win | -300 | +700 |
| Decision Win | +350 | +1100 |
Beterbeiv has knocked out all seventeen of his challengers, making the -300 KO prop a great choice. The $33 per $100 wagered payout indicates a 75% likelihood according to the oddsmakers.
Smith has been knocked out once, by little known Eddie Caminero in 2010 early in their careers.
Beterbeiv vs Joe Smith Jr. Odds History
Beterbeive opened at -1100 for this fight. He ranged from -105 against Gvozdyk in an early title win to -5000 against Enrico Koelling. This is his fifth fight below -1000.
Joe has been the favorite in his last two. He upset Eleider Alvarez and lost to Bivol at +1400. He also lost a decision to Sullivan Barrera at +210.
Over Under Odds for Beterbeiv vs Smith Jr.
| Bet | Over, Yes Odds | Under, No Odds |
| Will the Fight Go the Distance | +250 | -390 |
| 1.5 Rounds | +1800 | |
| 2.5 Rounds | -3300 | +900 |
| 3.5 Rounds | -1200 | +575 |
| 4.5 Rounds | -550 | +335 |
| 5.5 Rounds | -360 | +235 |
| 6.5 Rounds | -230 | +160 |
| 7.5 Rounds | -155 | +110 |
| 8.5 Rounds | -125 | -115 |
| 9.5 Rounds | +125 | -180 |
| 10.5 Rounds | +170 | -245 |
When considering the over, under- look at the last ten fights for both fighters and decide if there is any pattern to bet on.
Last Ten Outcomes for Beterbiev vs Smith Jr.
| Fight Outcome | Beterbiev | Smith Jr. |
| 10 Round Decisions | 0 | 2 |
| 12 Rounds Decisions | 0 | 2 |
| 1st Round TKO | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Round TKO | 0 | 2 |
| 4th Round TKO | 3 | 0 |
| 5th Round TKO | 1 | 0 |
| 7th Round TKO | 1 | 0 |
| 8th Round TKO | 0 | 2 |
| 9th Round TKO | 1 | 1 |
| 10th Round TKO | 2 | 0 |
| 12th Round TKO | 1 | 0 |
Beterbeiv has a bias toward late finishes against better boxers. His mid ranging finishing is common, making the over 2.5 Rounds prop safe, but not impenetrable. I don’t see a Smith Decision win, so betting the Fight Goes to decision, No prop bet covers you for any highly unlikely Smith Jr. Upset knockouts.
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Beterbiev vs Smith Jr. Group Betting Odds
| Bet | Beterbiev Odds | Smith jr. Odds |
| Rounds 1-2 | +1500 | +6600 |
| Rounds 3-4 | +900 | +6600 |
| Rounds 5-6 | +550 | +5000 |
| Rounds 7-8 | +400 | +3300 |
| Rounds 9-10 | +375 | +3300 |
| Rounds 11-12 | +450 | +4000 |
| Rounds 1-6 | +300 | +2200 |
| Rounds 7-12 | EVEN | +1400 |
The Beterbiev late knockout is a +100 bet, paying out triple his -300 knockout prop. If we’re picking a round betting prop, we’d pick that one. However, Artur has five of his last ten TKOs prior to the sixth round, so it’s not worth the risk.
Beterbiev vs Smith Jr. Boxing Breakdown
Beterbiev is the master of slight feints. They’re often so minor that onlookers can’t appreciate his style. Here, Beterbiev utilizes his jab as an offensive tool. One of the more dangerous issues in dealing with Artur is the power carried by every shot he lands.
Artur Beterbiev feint hook and throw jolt instead #BeterbievSmith pic.twitter.com/qGHocsxqV2
— #BeterbievSmith (@BatmanBoxing) June 15, 2022
Let’s compare that to the often back and forth work of Joe Smith jr. Smith will march forward with hands in front, and is praised for his grit. Bivol was able to land the jab early, punches that Smith will need to deal with in order to beat Artur. We see Beterbiev winning these exchanges, and ultimately hitting far too hard for Smith.
1st round of Bivol vs Joe smith Jr… well as much as I could post in 1 video #boxing (this is how Bivol needs to fight Canelo) stay on the outside and when pressured, throw combos on the inside and get out. You can’t stay inside to long against Canelo #CaneloBivol pic.twitter.com/Gj91uYgroP
— DrippaBoxing (@drippisback) May 5, 2022
Beterbiev’s ability to pour it on is stunning. Here, he landed two left hooks that set off a chain of some forty punches landed. His opponents will often not look rocked, but Artur can see the changes in their behavior and he knows he can put them away.
When Artur Beterbiev smells blood… it's all over! 😤🩸#BeterbievSmith | @trboxing pic.twitter.com/E3iUvjabNC
— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) June 17, 2022
Bet the Artur Beterbiev Money line at -900, or take a small risk on a -300 TKO prop bet.
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