UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs Park Odds & Prediction
Tatsuro Taira returns to the Octagon this Saturday, August 2, at UFC Vegas 108, looking to extend his unbeaten run and inch closer to title contention. Standing in his way is South Korea’s Hyunsung Park, a slick striker with knockout power and nothing to lose.
Taira enters as a heavy favorite — and for good reason. But does Park have the tools to turn this into a dogfight? Or will the grappling prodigy impose his usual dominance?
Let’s break down the odds, stats, and sharpest betting angles for this high-upside flyweight matchup.
Taira vs Park: Tale of the Tape
Taira has been flawless so far — 5-0 in the UFC, four finishes, and barely touched. But Park, a Dana White’s Contender Series alum, brings an aggressive striking style and surprising power for a flyweight. The question is: can he keep it standing long enough to matter?
| 🧾 Stat | 🐉 Tatsuro Taira | 🐯 Hyunsung Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 16‑1‑0 | 10‑0‑0 |
| UFC Record | 5‑1‑0 | 5‑0‑0 |
| Finish Rate | 71% | 90% |
| Wins by Submission | 7 | 5 |
| Significant trikes LPM | 2.99 | 4.27 |
| Takedowns per 15 min | 2.73 | 1.90 |
| 5-Round Experience | ✅ Yes (1 UFC main event) | ❌ None |
| Notable UFC Wins | ✅ 5 UFC wins | ❌ None yet |
Takeaway:
Taira dominates the stat sheet, but it’s the style contrast that matters most. Grappler vs Striker. Control vs chaos. Experience vs wild card.
Moneyline Odds (via bet365)
- Tatsuro Taira: -350
- Hyunsung Park: +275
At -350, Taira is a parlay anchor, not a straight value play. You’re paying for dominance. Park’s +275 line reflects a puncher’s chance, but stylistically, this matchup doesn’t favor him.
Taira is priced like a future champ, and Park is priced like a Hail Mary. If you’re betting this straight, you’re paying a premium. Let’s look for sharper paths…
Over/Under: Will It Go the Distance?
- Over 2.5 Rounds: -130
- Under 2.5 Rounds: -110
Taira finishes quickly when he finds the back. Park, meanwhile, has a kill-or-be-killed approach and has never faced a submission artist at this level.
Best Bet: Under 2.5 Rounds (-110)
Taira has only seen the scorecards once in his UFC career. Park has never been submitted, but he hasn’t faced someone like Taira. If it hits the ground early, this may not last long. Whether it’s Taira’s sub or Park’s punch, this fight likely ends inside 12 minutes.
Method of Victory – What Are the Real Paths?
- Taira by Submission – +120
Taira’s clearest path. He thrives in back-takes and transitions. If he gets Park down, the tap may not be far behind. - Park by KO – +700
Park has serious power, and if Taira makes a mistake on the feet, this could flip instantly. Unlikely — but worth a sprinkle. - Taira by Decision – +300
Only happens if Park survives Taira’s pressure and defends subs, which no one’s done yet.
Final Prediction: Taira by Submission (Round 2)
Park is explosive, but Taira is a level above on the ground — and he’s surgical when he gets control. Expect a takedown, back-take, and submission before the third round. Taira stays undefeated and builds his case for a top-10 opponent next.
He’s not just winning — he’s making a statement.
Best Bets Recap – UFC Vegas 108
- Tatsuro Taira to Win – -350
- Under 2.5 Rounds – -110
- Taira by Submission – +120
- Park by KO – +700 (value hedge)
