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The UFC returns to PPV this weekend from Madison Square Garden in New York City, headlined by a pair of title fights featuring a Welterweight showdown between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, as well as a Flyweight matchup between Valentina Shevchenko and Weili Zhang. Today was media day, and we had the opportunity to hear from the fighters before they compete, here's what they had to say.

## Jack Della Maddalena Happy to be an Underdog

When talking about the betting odds for his fight against Islam Makhachev this weekend, Della Maddalena smiled and explained that he feels better this way.


>"I enjoy the underdog role." - Jack Della Maddalena

After claiming the belt as an underdog to Belal Muhammad, JDM will look to get his hand raised in that spot again this weekend.

## Islam Makhachev Knows What's at Stake

Makhachev talked about what this fight meant for him in terms of the accomplishment, and he did not mince words, being open about what was on the line.


>"This is the biggest fight in my life." - Islam Makhachev

If Makhachev wins on Saturday, it would be the first time in UFC history that a Lightweight champion has moved up and claimed the Welterweight title.

## Valentina Shevchenko Wants to Display Best of the Sport

Flyweight champion Shevchenko talked about what she most wants out of this fight with former Strawweight champion Weili Zhang. She gave a calm response, saying it was all about giving her best performance.


>"I want to show the beauty of martial arts." - Valentina Shevchenko

This fight will feature the top two women in many pound-for-pound rankings, making it one of the biggest fights in female MMA history.

## Weili Zhang Talks Difference Between Flyweight and Strawweight

Former Strawweight champion Weili Zhang was asked how she is feeling leading up to her first fight since moving up in weight, as she prepares to challenge longtime Flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko.


>"I feel very different. This time I can eat." - Weili Zhang

Zhang will look to make history as the first woman to claim both Strawweight and Flyweight gold.

UFC 322 Media Day Highlights

The UFC brings us a stacked card of action this week from Madison Square Garden in New York City, headlined by a Welterweight title fight between champion Jack Della Maddalena and former Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. I went over every fight on the card to give my predictions and best bets, so let's get into it.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 11/12/2025**

## Jack Della Maddalena +205 vs. Islam Makhachev -256

Top pound-for-pound fighters go head-to-head here at Welterweight with legacy on the line. Jack Della Maddalena is a striker with high-level boxing and solid defensive grappling, which he showed by shutting down Belal Muhammad to claim the belt earlier this year. Islam Makhachev moves up after years as the Lightweight champion, with his dangerous grappling skills and much-improved striking, which he used to defend the title four times.

I like Makhachev to get the second belt here, as he has phenomenal control and submission skills on the ground, and despite his good defence in his last fight, we have seen JDM controlled on the ground before.

**Prediction:** Makhachev by 3rd Round Submission

## Valentina Shevchenko -130 vs. Weili Zhang +106

The Flyweight title is on the line as two champions collide in this super fight. Valentina Shevchenko is a dominant champion who has used her well-rounded skills to earn 10 title-fight wins since 2018, including a decision over Manon Fiorot in her last fight. Weili Zhang is a super athletic fighter who moves up in weight after a dominant run as the Strawweight champion, where she showed elite striking and grappling skills, holding the belt twice and defending it three times.

I lean towards Shevchenko, as she has the strength to wrestle with Zhang, and the power she showed against Fiorot could create big moments that win her the fight.

**Prediction:** Shevchenko by Decision

## Sean Brady -139 vs. Michael Morales +113

Title hopes hang in the balance as top Welterweights face off here. Sean Brady is a dominant grappler who comes in having won three straight, including a submission over former champion Lean Edwards in his last fight. Michael Morales is an undefeated striker with a long reach and big power, coming in off first-round knockouts over veterans Gilbert Burns and Neil Magny.

I'll go with Morales in this one, as his physical strength and reach could give Brady trouble controlling him, and he holds a massive striking advantage.

**Prediction:** Morales by 2nd Round TKO

## Leon Edwards +155 vs. Carlos Prates -192

Welterweight strikers collide in this fun matchup. Leon Edwards is a former champion who used his very technical striking and strong clinch game to win 12 straight fights before losing his last two to strong grapplers, Belal Muhammad and Sean Brady. Carlos Prates is a deadly knockout artist with a long reach that he uses well to mix up his weapons at range.

I'm taking the former champion in Edwards, as this is a much better matchup for him than the grapplers he has faced recently, and he has the striking to replicate what Ian Garry did to Prates early in their fight.

**Prediction:** Edwards by Decision

## Beneil Dariush +155 vs. Benoit Saint-Denis -192

Ranked Lightweights square off to open the main card. Beneil Dariush is a skilled fighter with solid striking and very tricky grappling, though in recent years, his durability has been an issue, with two knockout losses in his last three fights and a drop by Renato Moicano. Benoit Saint-Denis is a finisher who pushes a relentless pace with his striking and mixes in takedowns with a nasty submission game.

I took BSD to get a knockout in this one, as I see his aggression being too much for Dariush to survive in his current form.

**Prediction:** Saint-Denis by 1st Round TKO **Bet:** Saint-Denis by TKO/KO

## Bo Nickal -238 vs. Rodolfo Viera +190

An intriguing grappling match goes down here at Middleweight. Bo Nickal is a credentialed wrestler looking to get back on track after his first UFC setback against Reinier de Ridder. Rodolfo Viera is a skilled submission grappler who has developed good pressure boxing over his time in the UFC, which he showed against Tresean Gore in his last fight.

I like Nickal to get back on track here as he has the wrestling to control Viera and avoid his submission game.

**Prediction:** Nickal by Decision

## Roman Kopylov +148 vs. Gregory Rodrigues -185

Exciting Middleweights square off in this can't-miss matchup. Roman Kopylov is a fast kickboxer with strong body kicks, though his cardio and grappling are questionable. Gregory Rodrigues is an all-action fighter who keeps constant pressure on the feet and also has the grappling skills to mix in takedowns and ground-and-pound.

I lean towards Rodrigues here as I feel his volume and pressure give him the edge, although his durability against a striker at the level of Kopylov gives me some hesitation.

**Prediction:** Rodrigues by 3rd Round TKO

## Erin Blanchfield -238 vs. Tracy Cortez +190

Highly ranked Flyweights meet here, looking to push their way into title contention. Erin Blanchfield is a strong wrestler who is still just twenty-six years old, coming off a win over Rose Namajunas in a five-round matchup. Tracy Cortez is a well-rounded fighter with good boxing and a solid wrestling base.

I'll go with Blanchfield here, as she has the wrestling advantage and a similar level of striking, with more high-level experience.

**Prediction:** Blanchfield by Decision

## Malcolm Wellmaker -164 vs. Cody Haddon +133

Up-and-coming Bantamweights collide in this one. Malcolm Wellmaker is a knockout artist who quickly made a name for himself with first-round finishes of Cameron Saaiman and Kris Moutinho in his first two UFC fights. Cody Haddon returns here after over a year out of action since his debut victory over Dan Argueta.

I'm going with Haddon here, as he has proven his grappling at the UFC level, and while Wellmaker has the highlights, he hasn't yet demonstrated a complete game. With that, Cody Haddon is this week's Underdog Best Bet of the Week.

**Prediction:** Haddon by Decision **Bet:** Haddon MoneyLine

## Gerald Meerschaert +310 vs. Kyle Daukaus -417

Skilled grapplers go head-to-head here at Middleweight. Gerald Meerschaert is a tough and tricky grappler who has made a career of dragging opponents into deep waters and submitting them. Kyle Daukaus came back to the UFC with a bang, earning a first-round knockout of Michel Pereira, although he is traditionally more of a grappler with a dangerous submission game.

This is a good matchup for Daukaus, as he has the cardio and grappling to avoid falling into Meerschaert's game while maintaining a clear striking advantage.

**Prediction:** Daukaus by 3rd Round TKO

## Chepe Mariscal +113 vs. Pat Sabatini -139

Featherweight veterans square off in this fun prelim matchup. Chepe Mariscal is a fun brawler who comes in having won his first five UFC fights, showcasing a well-rounded skill set. Pat Sabatini is a strong grappler who looks to build on his momentum after an impressive win over Joanderson Brito.

I'll go with Sabatini in this one, as his grappling advantage is clear, and Mariscal hasn't shown much finishing ability, which has been Sabatini's problem.

**Prediction:** Sabatini by Decision

## Angela Hill +370 vs. Fatima Kline -500

Veteran and prospect collide here in this Strawweight prelim. Angela Hill is a high-volume kickboxer who has competed with the best in the division for many years, having evolved her game to feature solid grappling. Fatima Kline is a talented prospect with good striking and wrestling who has finished her last two opponents since moving to her proper weight class in the UFC. 

I like Kline here as she is the much younger fighter who is still improving her game while already having the skills to match Hill anywhere.

**Prediction:** Kline by Decision

## Baisangur Susurkaev -909 vs. Eric McConico +580

Middleweights looking to establish their place in the division square off here. Baisangur Susurkaev looks to keep building his name after earning a contract on Dana White's Contender Series and then debuting in the UFC a week later with a submission win. Eric McConico is a tough striker coming off his first UFC win with a close decision over Cody Brundage.

Susurkaev should handle business here, as he appears to be on a different level than McConico and is also over 10 years younger, giving him a significant physical advantage.

**Prediction:** Susurkaev by 1st Round TKO

## Viacheslav Borshchev +131 vs. Matheus Camilo -161

Fun clash of styles opens the card here at Lightweight. Viacheslav Borshchev is a fast kickboxer with dangerous power, tough to finish, though his grappling has gotten him into trouble. Matheus Camilo is a grappler looking to bounce back from a UFC debut where he was looking good until he was caught in a submission by Gabe Green.

I lean Camilo here as he has the grappling to control Borshchev and good enough striking to avoid taking too much damage on the feet early.

**Prediction:** Camilo by Decision

UFC 322 Odds Breakdown

The UFC is live from the Apex for a fun card of action headlined by Welterweights Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown. Follow along with the results all night right here.

## Prelims

## Middleweight Bout: Zachary Reese vs. Jackson McVey

**Result:** Zachary Reese def. Jackso McVey via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 2, 1:38

## Bantamweight Bout: Miles Johns vs. Daniel Marcos

**Result:**Daniel Marcos def. Miles Johns via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 2, 4:23

## Strawweight Bout: Tecia Pennington vs. Denise Gomes

**Result:** Denise Gomes def. Tecia Pennington via Decision (Unanimous) (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Round 3, 5:00

## Heavyweight Bout: Josh Hokit vs. Max Gimenis

**Result:** Josh Hokit def. Max Gimenis via TKO (Punches) 0:56

## Bantamweight Bout: Mayra Bueno Silva vs. Jacqueline Cavalcanti

**Result:** Jacqueline Cavalcanti def. Mayra Bueno Silva via Decision (Unanimous) (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) Round 3, 5:00

## Bantamweight Bout: Ricky Simon vs. Raoni Barcelos

**Result:** Raoni Barcelos def. Ricky Simon via Decision (Unanimous) (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Round 3, 5:00

## Featherweight Bout: Jamall Emmers vs. Hyder Amil

**Result:** Jamall Emmers def. Hyder Amil via Decision (Unanimous) (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) Round 3, 5:00

## Main Card

## Middleweight Bout: Marco Tulio vs. Christian Leroy Duncan

**Result:** Christian Leroy Duncan def. Marco Tulio via KO (Punch) Round 2, 3:20

## Lightweight Bout: Ismael Bonfim vs. Chris Padilla

**Result:** Chris Padilla def. Ismael Bonfim via TKO (Ground Strikes) Round 2, 4:30

## Welterweight Bout: Muslim Salikhov vs. Uros Medic

**Result:** Uros Medic def. Muslim Salikhov via TKO (Punches) Round 1, 1:03

## Flyweight Bout: Matt Schnell vs. Joseph Morales

**Result:**Joseph Morales def. Matt Schnell via Submission (Guillotine Choke) Round 1, 2:54

## Welterweight Bout: Gabriel Bonfim vs. Randy Brown

**Result:** Gabriel Bonfim def. Randy Brown via KO (Knee) Round 2, 1:40

UFC Fight Night: Bonfim vs. Brown Results

The UFC is back at the Apex tomorrow, headlined by a Welterweight matchup between Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown. The official weigh-ins took place today, here are the results.

## Main Card 7 PM EST

**Welterweight:** Gabriel Bonfim (170.5) vs. Randy Brown (171)

**Flyweight:** Matt Schnell (126) vs. Joseph Morales (125)

**Welterweight:** Muslim Salikhov (171) vs. Uros Medic (171)

**Lightweight:** Ismael Bonfim (161)* vs. Chris Padilla (155)

**Bantamweight:** Ricky Simon (135.5) vs. Raoni Barcelos (136)

**Middleweight:** Marco Tulio (185.5) vs. Christian Leroy Duncan (185)

## Prelims 4 PM EST

**Featherweight:** Jamall Emmers (145) vs. Hyder Amil (145.5)

**Bantamweight:** Mayra Bueno Silva (135.5) vs. Jacqueline Cavalcanti (135.5)

**Heavyweight:** Josh Hokit (236) vs. Max Gimenis (256.5)

**Strawweight:** Tecia Pennington (114.5) vs. Denise Gomes (115)

**Bantamweight:** Miles Johns (135.5) vs. Daniel Marcos (136)

**Catchweight:** Zachary Reese (194) vs. Jackson McVey (193.5)

*Ismael Bonfim Missed the Lightweight Limit by 5 Pounds

UFC Fight Night: Bonfim vs. Brown Weigh-In Results

This weekend, the UFC is back in the Apex from Las Vegas with Welterweights Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown squaring off in the main event. Today was media day, and we had the opportunity to hear from the fighters leading into their big matchups.

## Gabriel Bonfim Happy to Share Card With Brother Again

This weekend, Gabriel Bonfim will main event a UFC card for the first time, but first, his brother Ismael will compete on the main card. Bonfim was asked about being on a card with his brother, and he called it a blessing.


>"We have grown acquainted to training together and doing fight camps together" - Gabriel Bonfim

The brothers have shared a UFC card in the past, debuting on the same card, with both earning finish victories at UFC 283.

## Randy Brown Not Afraid to Grapple Against Bonfim

When talking about how he wants the fight with Gabriel Bonfim to play out this weekend, Brown made it clear he likes to strike, but he will show Bonfim that he can grapple with him as well.


>"Keep it on the feet as much as I can, but welcome a few grappling exchanges" - Randy Brown

This will be Brown's first main event in the UFC, coming off a highlight-reel knockout of Nicolas Dalby.

UFC Fight Night: Bonfim vs. Brown Media Day Highlights

The UFC is in the Apex for another week, with Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown squaring off in the Welterweight main event. I went over the card to give my predictions and bets, including the Underdog Best Bet of the Week, so let's get into it.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 11/5/2025**

## Gabriel Bonfim -204 vs. Randy Brown +165

The main event features two Welterweights looking to establish themselves in the rankings. Gabriel Bonfim is a submission artist with nasty skills on the ground and improving striking, though his cardio remains questionable, especially given that this is five rounds. Randy Brown is a slick-moving striker with good speed and power, though his defense has gotten him into trouble a lot, as he is often clipped for having his hands down.

I'll take Bonfim to get a finish here, as I believe he has a massive advantage on the ground if he can get it there, while also having a chance to catch Brown in the striking with his defensive issues.

**Prediction:** Bonfim by 1st Round Submission

## Matt Schnell +225 vs. Joseph Morales -286

Flyweight finishers test their skills against each other in our co-main event. Matt Schnell is a grappler with solid submission skills, though his durability has been a serious issue, leading to several knockout and submission losses. Joseph Morales comes in off winning the latest season of the Ultimate Fighter and now starts his second UFC run as a strong grappler with a nasty submission game.

I'm going with Morales, as I simply cannot trust Schnell's durability at this point in his career, and Morales has shown solid finishing skills.

**Prediction:** Morales by 1st Round Submission

## Muslim Salikhov +150 vs. Uros Medic -185

Veteran strikers collide in this Welterweight showdown. Muslim Salikhov is a veteran with dangerous power in all his strikes, including boxing and spinning attacks, that he still uses effectively at forty-one years old. Uros Medic is a knockout artist who gets into a lot of fun fights, partially because he also has questionable durability that sees him dropped in fights he should dominate.

I like Medic as the much younger, more athletic fighter here, in a matchup where either man could land a big strike and change things.

**Prediction:** Medic by 1st Round TKO

## Ismael Bonfim -204 vs. Chris Padilla +165

Always exciting, Lightweights go head-to-head in this fun matchup. Ismael Bonfim is a stocky powerhouse with good boxing and strong wrestling, but at times questionable fight IQ. Chris Padilla is a durable finisher who has found ways to come back against James Llontop and Rongzhu on his way to a three-fight win streak to start his run in the UFC.

I took Bonfim to win a decision here, as I feel he is the better striker and wrestler, who will control where the fight takes place and win the minutes against Padilla, who hasn't been finished since 2018, before he took a break and returned as a much-improved fighter.

**Prediction/Bet:** Bonfim by Decision

## Ricky Simon -167 vs. Raoni Barcelos +134

Veteran Bantamweights square off here. Ricky Simon is a strong wrestler coming off back-to-back wins with solid power in his hands, as he showed with his knockout of Javid Basharat. Raoni Barcelos is a tricky veteran with good volume striking and solid grappling, as well, coming off wins over Payton Talbott and Cody Garbrandt.

I lean towards Simon here as he is the more dangerous striker with the wrestling to stay on top or get back to his feet when he wants to.

**Prediction:** Simon by Decision

## Marco Tulio -196 vs. Christian Leroy Duncan +160

Fantastic matchup here between explosive Middleweights to open the main card. Marco Tulio is an aggressive and fun striker who has knocked out his first two UFC opponents in style, putting a bad beating on Tresean Gore in his last fight. Christian Leroy Duncan is an explosive, unorthodox fighter who comes in off a highlight-reel knockout of Eryk Anders.

I'm picking Tulio in this one, as he is the higher-output striker who I believe carries more power in his shots.

**Prediction:** Tulio by Decision

## Jamall Emmers +125 vs. Hyder Amil -154

Dangerous Featherweights looking to put on a show collide in this one. Jamall Emmers is a long striker who uses his reach well and has ended two of his last three fights with a first-round knockout win, although his performances can be inconsistent at times. Hyder Amil is an all-out brawler who throws high volume and stands in the pocket to try and break opponents, although he is coming off a first-round knockout loss.

I've got Emmers here as he holds a significant reach advantage, which I believe he will use to keep Amil at a distance and piece him up. With that, Jamall Emmers is this week's Underdog Best Bet of the Week.

**Prediction:** Emmers by 1st Round TKO **Bet:** Emmers MoneyLine

## Mayra Bueno Silva +205 vs. Jacqueline Cavalcanti -263

Bantamweights looking to push their way up in the division meet in this prelim matchup. Mayra Bueno Silva is a dangerous submission grappler who has previously challenged for the title, though she is low-output and has questionable cardio. Jacqueline Cavalcanti is a kickboxer who has won her first four fights with the UFC, showing good defensive movement. 

I lean towards Cavalcanti here, as unless Bueno Silva gets a submission, I believe she would need two rounds of ground control to get the win, which I find unlikely.

**Prediction:** Cavalcanti by Decision

## Josh Hokit -400 vs. Max Gimenis +300

Debuting Heavyweights square off here, looking to start their UFC run with a win. Josh Hokit is a wrestler who grinds down opponents with control time and some ground-and-pound. Max Gimenis is a credentialed grappler who has transitioned to MMA.

I'm picking Hokit as he is the better wrestler, which leads me to believe he will control where the fight takes place, but at these odds, I caution against betting him or adding him into parlays, as he is very unproven.

**Prediction:** Hokit by 3rd Round TKO

## Tecia Pennington +155 vs. Denise Gomes -192

Strawweight clash here, looking to extend their win streaks. Tecia Pennington is a high-paced striker who has competed with many of the best in the division over the years, including a split decision against current champion Mackenzie Dern. Denis Gomes is a powerful fighter for the division who has won five of her last six, most recently knocking out Elise Reed.

I'll go with the younger and more dangerous fighter here in Gomes, as with an eleven-year age gap, I see Pennington having a tough time with the physicality.

**Prediction:** Gomes by Decision

## Miles Johns +141 vs. Daniel Marcos -175

Fun one here at Bantamweight. Miles Johns is a stocky fighter with solid boxing and strong wrestling, though he can be low-output at times. Daniel Marcos is a skilled kickboxer who comes in off his first career loss in a competitive fight, where he showed he can mix in his wrestling at times as well.

I lean towards Marcos here as he is the longer fighter who mixes up his weapons slightly better.

**Prediction:** Marcos by Decision

UFC Fight Night: Bonfim vs. Brown Odds Breakdown

The UFC is live from the Apex in Las Vegas for a fight night headlined by Featherweights Steve Garcia and David Onama. Follow along with the results as the fights go down right here.

## Prelims

## Strawweight: Talita Alencar vs. Ariane Carnelossi

**Result:** Talita Alencar def. Ariane Carnelossi via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 3, 4:36

## Welterweight: Phil Rowe vs. Seok Hyeon Ko

**Result:** Seok Hyeon Ko def. Phil Rowe via Decision (Unanimous) (30-26, 30-27, 30-27) Round 3, 5:00

## Strawweight: Montserrat Ruiz vs. Alice Ardelean

**Result:** Alice Ardelean def. Monserrat Ruiz via Decision (Unanimous) (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Round 3, 5:00

## Bantamweight: Ketlen Viera vs. Norma Dumont

**Result:** Norma Dumont def. Ketlen Viera via Decision (Split) (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Round 3, 5:00

## Middleweight: Donte Johnson vs. Sedriques Dumas

**Result:** Donte Johnson def. Sedriques Dumas via Submission (Guillotine) Round 2, 1:20

## Bantamweight: Timmy Cuamba vs. Chang Ho Lee

**Result:** Timmy Cuamba def. Chang Ho Lee Decision (Unanimous) (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Round 3, 5:00

## Light Heavyweight: Kevin Christian vs. Billy Elekana

**Result:** Billy Elekana def. Kevin Christian via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 1, 3:33

## Main Card

## Flyweight: Allan Nascimento vs. Cody Durden

**Result:** Allan Nascimento def. Cody Durden via Submission (Anaconda Choke) Round 2, 3:13

## Welterweight: Charles Radtke vs. Daniel Frunza

**Result:** Charles Radtke def. Daniel Frunza via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 3, 4:29

## Featherweight: Isaac Dulgarian vs. Yadier del Valle

**Result:** Yadier del Valle def. Isaac Dulgarian via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Round 1, 3:41

## Welterweight: Jeremiah Wells vs. Themba Gorimbo

**Result:** Jeremiah Wells def. Themba Gorimbo via Decision (Unanimous) (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Round 3, 5:00

## Heavyweight: Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Ante Delija

**Result:** Waldo Cortes-Acosta def. Ante Delija via KO (Punches) Round 1, 3:59

## Featherweight: Steve Garcia vs. David Onama

**Result:** Steve Garcia def. David Onama via TKO (Punches) Round 1, 3:34

UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs. Onama Results

The UFC is back in the Apex this week as Featherweights Steve Garcia and David Onama collide in the main event. I went over the card to give my predictions and best bets, including the Underdog Best Bet of the Week, so let's get into it.

**Odds provided by Duelbits accurate as of 10/31/2025**

## Steve Garcia -133 vs. David Onama +109

Featherweights who know how to put on a show face off here in our main event. Steve Garcia is a hard-hitting brawler with fast hands and sharp boxing, though he takes shots without much concern for defence, which has led to him being knocked out in the past. David Onama is a powerful striker who has shown he can dig deep in tough fights and come out on top, using his grappling as well.

I'm going with Onama to get a knockout win in this one, as he is the more powerful and durable fighter, available at an underdog price in a very volatile matchup.

**Prediction:** Onama by 2nd Round KO **Bet:** Onama by TKO/KO

## Waldo Cortes-Acosta +112 vs. Ante Delija -137

Dangerous Heavyweights looking to push into the title picture collide here. Waldo Cortes-Acosta is a durable boxer with swings big with his right hand, although his technique and volume are lacking. Ante Delija is a former PFL champion who burst into the UFC with a first-round knockout of Marcin Tybura, showing his fast hands and serious power.

I like Delija in this one, as I see him as the much more aggressive fighter with faster hands and cleaner punching mechanics.

**Prediction:** Deija by Decision

## Jeremiah Wells +114 vs. Themba Gorimbo -139

Veteran Welterweights square off, looking to get back into the win column. Jeremiah Wells is an explosive athlete with solid power and wrestling, although he leaves himself open to getting hit and struggles to find consistent offence. Themba Gorimbo is a long fighter with a solid clinch game, although he has struggled against tougher competition.

I'll pick Wells as he is the much more dangerous fighter and is explosive enough to give Gorimbo trouble holding him in the clinch.

**Prediction:** Wells by 1st Round KO

## Isaac Dulgarian -250 vs. Yadier del Valle +195

Very intriguing matchup here between upcoming prospects at Featherweight. Isaac Dulgarian is a dominant wrestler with strong submission skills and damaging ground-and-pound, though cardio is a slight concern. Yadier del Valle is an undefeated fighter with a well-rounded game that features sharp kickboxing and dangerous ground skills, though he has yet to face tough competition.

I took Dulgarian to get a finish, as he has shown his skills on the ground can give anyone trouble early, and he is only going to continue to get better with more fights in the UFC.

**Prediction:** Dulgarian by 1st Round TKO

## Charles Radtke -172 vs. Daniel Frunza +141

Good matchup of strikers in this one at Welterweight. Charles Radtke is a brawler with decent boxing, though his defence and durability have given him issues, resulting in two knockout losses in the UFC. Daniel Frunza is a dangerous finisher who is looking to bounce back after losing his UFC debut in a blood bath against Rhys McKee.

I lean towards Radtke here as he has shown he can win at this level, although he has been inconsistent and is coming off a knockout loss.

**Prediction:** Radtke by 3rd Round TKO

## Allan Nascimento -303 vs. Cody Durden +240

Grapplers square off to open the main card here at Flyweight. Allan Nascimento is a slick submission grappler who does well to control his opponents when he is in a good position, as he did to Jafel Filho his last time out. Cody Durden is a high-paced wrestler who is also active with his striking, though durability has been an issue at times.

I'll go with Nascimento to get a submission in this one, as we have seen Durden get caught in submissions several times by less dangerous grapplers.

**Prediction:** Nascimento by 2nd Round Submission

## Kevin Christian +215 vs. Billy Elekana -270

Light Heavyweights are set to collide here in the featured prelim. Kevin Christian makes his UFC debut here after over a year away following his impressive submission win on Dana White's Contender Series. Billy Elekana is a well-rounded fighter who showed some wrestling in his debut against Bogdan Guskov, then earned his first UFC win in a striking bout against Ibo Aslan.

I'm picking Elekana here, as he has the experience and a style that can match Christian anywhere and defend his submissions.

**Prediction:** Elekana by 1st Round TKO

## Timmy Cuamba -119 vs. Chang Ho Lee -103

Bantamweights, each coming off a knockout victory, face off in this one. Timmy Cuamba is a technically sound striker with decent wrestling who comes down in weight for the second time in his UFC run, although he can be low-output at times. Chang Ho Lee is a strong wrestler with a high-paced style coming off his first UFC win, where he used his ground and pound to get the stoppage over Cortavious Romious.

I like Cumaba in this one as he is the cleaner striker with a game-rounded enough to compete anywhere the fight goes.

**Prediction:** Cuamba by Decision

## Donte Johnson -357 vs. Sedriques Dumas +270

Finishers square off in this good matchup at Middleweight. Donte Johnson makes his UFC debut here, two weight classes down from where he fought on Dana White's Contender Series and earned his sixth career first-round knockout in his sixth fight. Sedriques Dumas is a long kickboxer who has rounded out his game during his time in the UFC, earning wins over Cody Brundage and Denis Tiuliulin through wrestling.

I'm taking Dumas at these odds as he has much more MMA experience, having fought more UFC fights than Johnson has overall, with many of them extending past the first round, which Johnson has never done as a professional. With that, Sedriques Dumas is this week's Underdog Best Bet of the Week.

**Prediction:** Dumas by Decision **Bet:** Dumas Moneyline

## Ketlen Viera +135 vs. Norma Dumont -167

Veteran Bantamweights look to push closer to the top of the division here. Ketlen Viera is a solid kickboxer who has competed with many of the best in the division, including champion Kayla Harrison. Norma Dumont is a boxer with decent power who comes in having won five straight, most recently against former title challenger Irene Aldana.

I lean towards Viera as the slight underdog here, as she has faced tougher competition throughout her career.

**Prediction:** Viera by Decision

## Montserrat Ruiz +300 vs. Alice Ardelean -400

Intriguing matchup here at Strawweight. Montserrat Ruiz is a tough and tricky grappler who is small even for this division and has now lost three straight fights by TKO. Alice Ardelean is a solid wrestler who comes in off her first UFC win earlier this year, a decision over Rayanne dos Santos.

I'll go with Ardelean here, as she has shown improvement in her grappling, while Ruiz has not had much success at this level of competition.

**Prediction:** Ardelean by Decision

## Phil Rowe +155 vs. Seok Hyeon Ko -192

Fun matchup between Welterweights here on the prelims. Phil Rowe is a tall and long striker who has finished all four of his UFC wins by knockout. Seok Hyeon Ko is a well-rounded fighter coming off an impressive debut win over Oban Elliott, during which he showcased his wrestling by controlling the fight on the ground.

I'm picking Ko to get a decision here, as we have seen Rowe controlled on the ground, and Ko has shown the ability to mix up his game to get the win.

**Prediction:** Ko by Decision

## Talita Alencar -233 vs. Ariane Carnelossi +185

Strawweights looking to build some momentum open the card up here. Talita Alencar is a dangerous grappler with good takedowns and top control, although her cardio has let her down in past fights. Ariane Carnelossi is a strong and powerful striker with questionable grappling skills.

I lean toward Alencar, as I feel she will be able to get the fight to the ground and control Carnelossi without much resistance, or submit her.

**Prediction:** Alencar by Decision

UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs. Onama Odds Breakdown

Tomorrow, the UFC is back in the Apex from Las Vegas as Featherweights Steve Garcia and David Onama headline. The official weigh-ins take place today, here are the results.

## Main Card 7 PM EST

**Featherweight:** Steve Garcia (145.5) vs. David Onama (146)

**Heavyweight:** Waldo Cortes-Acosta (263) vs. Ante Delija (237.5)

**Welterweight:** Jeremiah Wells (170.5) vs. Themba Gorimbo (171)

**Featherweight:** Isaac Dulgarian (146) vs. Yadier del Valle (146)

**Welterweight:** Charles Radtke (171) vs. Daniel Frunza (171)

**Catchweight:** Allan Nascimento (129.5) vs. Cody Durden (130)

## Prelims 4 PM EST

**Light Heavyweight:** Kevin Christian (205) vs. Billy Elekana (205.5)

**Bantamweight:** Timmy Cuamba (136) vs. Chang Ho Lee (135.5)

**Middleweight:** Donte Johnson (184) vs. Sedriques Dumas (185.5)

**Bantamweight:** Ketlen Viera (136) vs. Norma Dumont (136)

**Strawweight:** Montserrat Ruiz (115) vs. Alice Ardelean (115.5)

**Welterweight:** Phil Rowe (171) vs. Seok Hyeon Ko (170)

**Strawweight:** Talita Alencar (115) vs. Ariane Carnelossi (115.5)

UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs. Onama Weigh-In Results

The UFC returns this weekend with a fight night card headlined by a Featherweight matchup between Steve Garcia and David Onama from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Today was media day, and we had the opportunity to hear from the fighters before they compete. 

## Steve Garcia Ready To Stand and Bang In First Main Event

Garcia was asked what he thought about his opponent, David Onama, saying he wouldn't grapple, and in response, he said he can't think about those comments and has to be ready for anything.


>"At the end of the day, I'm gonna test his chin." - Steve Garcia

Garcia is coming into this one on a six-fight win streak, looking to make a statement in his first UFC main event.

## David Onama Not Planning to Grapple Steve Garcia

When asked about the possibility of mixing in some takedowns this weekend in his main event matchup with Steve Garcia, Onama made it clear he wants to strike.


>"It's gonna be on the feet for me. I don't know what his game plan is." - David Onama

This will be Onama's first UFC main event as he comes in on a four-fight win streak.

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