Prediction: Ion Cutelaba via Decision Modestas Bukauskas vs Ion Cutelaba is a classic matchup of range striker vs pressure brawler-wrestler, and stylistically it’s set up to be a fight where the tides can turn hard after the first round. Bukauskas will likely have the early success—he’s tall, long, and technical.…

Prediction: Jeong Yeong Lee via Decision Santos, for all the entertainment he brings, is a pure Chute Boxe product—relentless, aggressive, and constantly in your face. He throws with wild intent, pressing forward with flurries and pressure, but the core issue with that style is its complete neglect of defense. His…

Sidey/Smotherman Under 2.5 +140 Robertson Sub Round 2 or 3 (+600) Ponzinibbio via Split/Majority Decision (+700) Jackson via TKO/KO/DQ (+350)

Prediction: Cory Sandhagen via Decision Corey Sandhagen vs Deiveson Figueiredo is an extremely intriguing matchup, but when you look at the details, it’s clear why Sandhagen should be the winner—and a lot of it comes down to the size and style dynamic between the two. Sandhagen’s frame for bantamweight is…

Prediction: Bo Nickal via Decision Reinier de Ridder vs Bo Nickal is an extremely interesting stylistic matchup on paper because both guys are dominant grapplers, but when you look closely at the details, it becomes clear why Bo Nickal should be the winner—and at a moneyline price around -300, it’s…

Prediction: Santiago Ponzinibbio via Split Decision Daniel Rodriguez vs Santiago Ponzinibbio is one of those matchups where you can make a very strong case for either fighter depending on how you frame the details, and that’s why it feels like a toss-up going in. Both guys are skilled, both guys…

Prediction: Montel Jackson inside the distance Marcos is an elite striker with crisp technique, tight mechanics, and excellent shot selection. He doesn’t waste movement, he’s always balanced, and when he throws, he commits with purpose. He’s sharp, accurate, and defensively responsible in the pocket. On top of that, his takedown…

Prediction: Serhiy Sidey (Winner) Smotherman is dangerous early—he's got serious punching power, a solid basic striking arsenal, and if he lands clean while Sidey is walking in, he has the ability to completely change the fight with one shot. His offense is very fundamental and when he smells blood he…