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Weekend of March 21st Upcoming Betting Events & How to Watch Live

This week delivers another action-packed lineup across the alternative sports world. From Formula 1’s return to China and BKFC’s Fight Night in Philly to the high-intensity battles of Supercross in Birmingham and World of Outlaws racing across Georgia and Texas, there’s no shortage of betting opportunities. Add in the thrill of professional bull riding, the precision of NHRA drag racing, and the coastal drama of the WSL’s Portugal event, and you’ve got a week full of excitement. Here’s your comprehensive guide to what’s on, where to watch, and where to bet.

WSL: MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal

When: March 15-25, 2025 (Competition window)
Where: Praia de Supertubos, Peniche, Portugal
Where to Watch: Live on WorldSurfLeague.com and ESPN+
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal, the third stop on the 2025 World Surf League Championship Tour, is well underway at the renowned Supertubos beach break. Known for its powerful, hollow waves and challenging conditions, this event marks a critical juncture for competitors aiming to stay above the Mid-season Cut line.

In the women’s division, the Semifinals are set with an exciting lineup: Caroline Marks faces Molly Picklum in one matchup, while rookie sensation Erin Brooks (who upset world champion Caitlin Simmers in the Quarterfinals) takes on Gabriela Bryan in the other. On the men’s side, Jack Robinson has already advanced to the Round of 16 with a dominant performance in building swell conditions, alongside Liam O’Brien and Yago Dora.

With the competition window extending through March 25, organizers will select the best days for optimal surf conditions, promising high-stakes action as the world’s elite surfers battle the unpredictable Atlantic Ocean.

Current Status: Women’s Semifinals and Men’s Round of 32 (in progress)
Next Call: Check WorldSurfLeague.com for daily updates

Formula 1: Heineken Chinese Grand Prix

When: March 21-23, 2025
Where: Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China
Where to Watch: Live on ESPN and F1 TV Pro
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

Following a dramatic season opener in Australia that saw Lando Norris claim victory ahead of Max Verstappen, Formula 1 heads to China for the second round of the 2025 championship. This marks F1’s return to the challenging 5.451-kilometer Shanghai International Circuit, where teams will face a Sprint Race weekend format, offering additional points and excitement.

The Australian Grand Prix revealed the competitive landscape for the new season, with McLaren demonstrating impressive pace as Norris and Piastri both showed strong form. Verstappen’s Red Bull remains a threat despite losing the championship lead for the first time since 2022, while Mercedes surprised with both George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli securing top-four finishes.

With Norris leading the championship by 7 points over Verstappen, and McLaren tied at the top in the Constructors’ points with Mercedes, the Chinese Grand Prix presents a crucial opportunity for teams to establish momentum early in the season.

Key Times (Eastern Time): 

Thursday, March 20:

  • Practice 1: 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Friday, March 21:

  • Sprint Qualifying: 3:30 a.m. – 4:14 a.m.
  • Sprint Race: 11:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 22: 

  • Qualifying: 3:00 a.m. – 4:00 a.m.

Sunday, March 23: 

  • Race: 3:00 a.m. (56 laps)

AMA Supercross Round 10: Birmingham

When: March 22, 2025
Where: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, AL
Where to Watch: Live on SuperMotoCross TV and Peacock
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship heads to Birmingham for Round 10, following Cooper Webb’s dominant performance in Indianapolis. Webb extended his championship lead to 15 points over Chase Sexton after an impressive wire-to-wire victory at Lucas Oil Stadium, demonstrating his championship-caliber consistency and determination.

The Protective Stadium track layout is expected to present unique challenges, testing riders’ technical skills and adaptability. Justin Cooper’s breakthrough second-place finish in Indianapolis and Justin Barcia’s season-best fourth place suggest the competition is intensifying as the series progresses toward its midpoint.

With Webb firmly in control of the championship, the pressure is mounting on Sexton and the rest of the field to close the gap before it becomes insurmountable. This makes Birmingham a pivotal round for championship aspirations.

Key Times (CT):

  • Practice & Qualifying: Begins at 10:00 a.m.
  • Main Event: 6:00 p.m.

BKFC Fight Night Philly

When: March 21, 2025
Where: 2300 Arena, Philadelphia, PA
Where to Watch: Live on The BKFC App
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship returns to its spiritual home of Philadelphia for another action-packed event at the legendary 2300 Arena. Following the record-setting KnuckleMania V at the Wells Fargo Center, BKFC Fight Night Philly promises to deliver the raw, unfiltered combat that has made the promotion the fastest-growing in combat sports.

The main event features a highly anticipated clash between Dustin “The Disciple” Pague and Andrew Angelcor, two of bare knuckle fighting’s most ferocious competitors. In the featured fight event, local favorite John “Johnny Garb” Garbarino, fresh off his successful debut and memorable post-fight marriage proposal at KnuckleMania V, faces Michael “Murc” Jones.

The card also showcases veteran fan favorites like Travis “The Animal” Thompson and undefeated Brandon “Stronghold” Conley, alongside promising newcomers looking to make their mark in the promotion.

Key Times (ET):

  • Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.
  • First Bout: 7:00 p.m.
  • Main Card: 9:00 p.m.

PBR Unleash The Beast: Wrangler PBR Greater Palm Springs

When: March 21-23, 2025
Where: Acrisure Arena, Palm Desert, CA
Where to Watch: Live on PBR RidePass and the PBR YouTube Channel
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The PBR Unleash The Beast tour moves to the California desert for the Wrangler PBR Greater Palm Springs event, where the world’s top bull riders will continue their battle for the 2025 championship. Dalton Kasel enters as the hottest rider on tour, coming off his third event win of the season and second consecutive victory in Louisville, bringing him within 88 points of world No. 1 Brady Fielder.

Fielder remains the man to beat, riding his last 12 bulls and demonstrating the consistency needed to maintain the top position. The event will also feature another chapter in the Monster Energy Team Challenge, as teams continue to position themselves for the season-long competition.

With the world championship race tightening and every qualified ride critical for season points, Palm Springs promises high-stakes action and elite competition across all three days.

Key Times (PT):

Friday, March 21:

  • Event Start: 7:45 p.m. (10:45 p.m. ET)

Saturday, March 22:

  • Event Start: 6:45 p.m. (9:45 p.m. ET)

Sunday, March 23:

  • Event Start: 1:45 p.m. (4:45 p.m. ET)

NHRA Arizona Nationals

When: March 21-23, 2025
Where: Firebird Motorsports Park, Chandler, AZ
Where to Watch: Live on NHRA.TV
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

Following an explosive season opener at the Gatornationals where Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Chad Green (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock), and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) claimed victories, the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads to Firebird Motorsports Park for the Arizona Nationals. This event features the exciting Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, offering competitors additional opportunities to earn points and prize money.

The Arizona desert traditionally produces record-setting conditions, with cooler temperatures and good air density favoring high horsepower applications. Fans can expect four-wide racing at speeds exceeding 330 mph in Top Fuel and Funny Car, along with the precision driving of Pro Stock competitors.

Key Times (PST):

Friday, March 21:

  • Pro Stock Car Qualifying: 2:00 p.m.
  • Nitro Qualifying (Funny Car & Top Fuel): 2:30 p.m.
  • Pro Stock Car Qualifying: 4:30 p.m.
  • Nitro Qualifying (Funny Car & Top Fuel): 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 22:

  • Top Fuel Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Semifinal: 11:30 a.m.
  • Funny Car Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Semifinals: 12:05 p.m.
  • Pro Stock Car Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Semifinals: 12:45 p.m.
  • Top Fuel Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Finals: 2:15 p.m.
  • Funny Car Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Finals: 2:50 p.m.
  • Pro Stock Car Qualifying & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Finals: 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 23:

  • Eliminations Begin: 11:00 a.m.

World of Outlaws: Battle at the Crossroads & Texas Two Step

When: March 21-22, 2025
Where: Swainsboro Raceway (GA) & Cotton Bowl Speedway (TX)
Where to Watch: Live on DIRTVision
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The World of Outlaws presents another double-header weekend with both Late Model and Sprint Car action at two different venues. The Late Models will compete in the “Battle at the Crossroads” at Georgia’s Swainsboro Raceway, while the Sprint Cars head to the “Lone Star State” for the Federated Auto Parts Texas Two Step at Cotton Bowl Speedway.

Both events feature two full nights of racing, with preliminary action on Friday setting the stage for Saturday’s main features. The Late Models will run a 35-lap feature on Friday followed by a 50-lap showcase on Saturday, while the Sprint Cars will contest twin 30-lap features over the weekend.

Battle at the Crossroads (Late Models) – Key Times (ET):

Friday, March 21:

  • Pit Gates Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Grandstands Open: 4:30 p.m.
  • Hot Laps Begin: 6:30 p.m.
  • Feature: 35 Laps

Saturday, March 22:

  • Pit Gates Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Grandstands Open: 4:30 p.m.
  • Hot Laps Begin: 6:30 p.m.
  • Feature: 50 Laps

Texas Two Step (Sprint Cars) – Key Times (CT):

Friday, March 21:

  • Gates Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Grandstand Gates Open: 5:00 p.m.
  • Hot Laps/Qualifying: 6:30 p.m.
  • Feature: 30 Laps

Saturday, March 22:

  • Gates Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Grandstand Gates Open: 5:00 p.m.
  • Hot Laps/Qualifying: 6:30 p.m.
  • Feature: 30 Laps

High Limit Racing: California Spring Swing

When: March 19, 21, 22, 2025
Where: Multiple Venues in California
Where to Watch: Live on FloRacing
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

High Limit Racing’s 410 winged sprint car series, owned by NASCAR champion Kyle Larson and five-time World of Outlaws champion Brad Sweet, brings its high-stakes action to California for a three-race spring swing. The midweek action begins at Tulare’s Thunderbowl Raceway on Wednesday, followed by Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway in Bakersfield on Friday, and concluding at Perris Auto Speedway on Saturday.

This California homecoming for native sons Larson, Sweet, and Rico Abreu adds extra significance to the events, as they take on the best local talent and traveling competitors. With over $5.8 million in prize money at stake across the 2025 season, these races represent important opportunities for drivers to establish early momentum in the championship race.

Key Times (PT):

Wednesday, March 19 – Thunderbowl Raceway:

  • Pits Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Gates Open: 4:00 p.m.
  • Hot Laps: 5:30 p.m.
  • Racing Starts: 7:00 p.m.

Friday, March 21 – Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway:

  • Pits Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Gates Open: 4:00 p.m.
  • Hot Laps: 5:30 p.m.
  • Racing Starts: 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 22 – Perris Auto Speedway:

  • Pits Open: 2:00 p.m.
  • Gates Open: 5:00 p.m.
  • Hot Laps: 5:30 p.m.
  • Racing Starts: 7:00 p.m.

BYB 38: Wolves Brawl II

When: March 22, 2025
Where: The Hangar, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Where to Watch: Check BYB Extreme Fighting Series for broadcast information
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

BYB Extreme Fighting Series returns to the United Kingdom for Wolves Brawl II, bringing its signature “Trigon” triangle ring and bare-knuckle action to Wolverhampton. Following successful international expansion events, BYB continues to build its global footprint with this card featuring both local British talent and international fighters.

Known for its smaller fighting area that forces action and its quick rounds that encourage aggression, BYB’s unique ruleset creates high-intensity bouts with a higher finishing rate than traditional combat sports. The intimate venue of The Hangar ensures fans will be close to the action for what promises to be an electrifying night of fights.

Key Times (ET):

  • Broadcast Begins: 2:00 p.m. (7:00 p.m. local time)

Jai Alai Battlecourt

When: March 18 & 21, 2025
Where: Magic City Fronton, Miami, FL
Where to Watch: Live on ESPN3, FUBO, and YouTube
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The Jai Alai Battlecourt Winter 2025 season continues with two matchups this week as teams jockey for playoff positioning. Tuesday’s broadcast-only event features the Renegades taking on the Warriors, with the Warriors desperate for a win to improve their last-place standing. Friday brings the Fireballs facing the Cyclones in a general admission event at Magic City Fronton.

In the current standings, the Devils and Fireballs are tied at the top with 5.5 points each, with the Chargers close behind at 5.0 points. The Renegades (4.5), Cyclones (3.0), and Warriors (2.5) round out the table, making every match crucial as the season progresses.

Key Times (ET):

Tuesday, March 18:

  • Renegades vs. Warriors: 5:00 p.m. (Broadcast Only)

Friday, March 21:

  • Fireballs vs. Cyclones: 7:00 p.m. (General Admission)

Major Arena Soccer League (MASL)

When: March 21-23, 2025
Where: Various Venues
Where to Watch: Check Broadcast Listings on MASL.tv
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The MASL season enters a critical stretch with nine games over three days as teams make their final push for playoff positioning. Chihuahua Savage, San Diego Sockers, Kansas City Comets, and Baltimore Blast have all clinched postseason berths, but the battle for the remaining spots and seeding remains intense.

Utica City FC, Empire Strykers, and Milwaukee Wave are locked in a tight race for the fifth through seventh positions, while Tacoma Stars and St. Louis Ambush are still in contention. Dallas Sidekicks, Texas Outlaws, and Harrisburg Heat have been mathematically eliminated but can still play spoiler roles in the season’s final weeks.

Key Games (ET):

Friday, March 21:

  • Harrisburg Heat vs. Utica City FC: 7:05 p.m.
  • Baltimore Blast vs. Milwaukee Wave: 7:35 p.m.
  • Kansas City Comets vs. Tacoma Stars: 10:05 p.m.

Saturday, March 22:

  • Utica City FC vs. Baltimore Blast: 7:35 p.m.
  • St. Louis Ambush vs. Texas Outlaws: 8:05 p.m.
  • Empire Strykers vs. San Diego Sockers: 10:05 p.m.

Sunday, March 23:

  • Texas Outlaws vs. Milwaukee Wave: 5:05 p.m.
  • Tacoma Stars vs. Kansas City Comets: 5:05 p.m.
  • San Diego Sockers vs. Empire Strykers: 7:05 p.m.

Disc Golf Pro Tour: The Open at Austin

When: March 20-23, 2025
Where: Harvey Penick & Sprinkle Valley, Austin, TX
Where to Watch: Live on Disc Golf Network
Where to Bet: With our Partnered Sportsbooks

The Disc Golf Pro Tour continues with MVP’s Open at Austin presented by Flight Factory, a four-round championship featuring the world’s top professional disc golfers competing across two challenging courses. Defending champions Ohn Scoggins (Women’s Pro Open) and Niklas Anttila (Men’s Pro Open) return to defend their titles against a stacked field of competitors.

This event utilizes both the Harvey Penick and Sprinkle Valley courses, testing players’ abilities across different terrains and shot-making requirements. With an extra round compared to most DGPT events, stamina and consistency will play crucial roles in determining the champions.

Key Times (CT):

Wednesday, March 19:

  • Press Conference: 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 20:

  • FPO Round 1: 10:00 a.m.
  • MPO Round 1: 3:15 p.m.

Friday, March 21:

  • FPO Round 2: 10:00 a.m.
  • MPO Round 2: 3:15 p.m.

Saturday, March 22:

  • FPO Round 3: 10:00 a.m.
  • MPO Round 3: 3:15 p.m.

Sunday, March 23:

  • FPO Final Round: 10:00 a.m.
  • MPO Final Round: 3:15 p.m.

From the powerful barrels of Supertubos to the high-speed action of Formula 1 in Shanghai, and from the dirt-slinging excitement of World of Outlaws to the raw intensity of bare-knuckle fighting, this week’s events offer non-stop action for fans and bettors alike. Stay locked into NXTbets for expert picks, real-time odds, and in-depth analysis on all alternative sports.

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