Prediction: Matt Schnell via KO Matt Schnell vs. Jimmy Flick feels like one of those matchups where the skill gap is pretty clear, and the only thing that really gives pause is Schnell’s tendency to self-destruct. On paper, this is Schnell’s fight all day. He’s faster, cleaner, sharper, and far…

Prediction: Evan Elder inside the distance Evan Elder vs. Gauge Young is a classic case of one fighter already fighting at a near UFC-finished product level versus a promising prospect who just isn’t quite there yet. That’s why Elder inside the distance is the read—he’s simply a level above Young…

Prediction: Chris Gutierrez via Decision John Castaneda vs. Chris Gutierrez is one of those technical matchups that rewards the fighter who can stay disciplined and win the battle of timing and footwork. That’s why the lean is toward Chris Gutierrez—his game is built around making opponents walk into his rhythm,…

Prediction: Da'Mon Blackshear via Submission Da’Mon Blackshear vs. Alatengheili is one of those fights where the skill gap might not be glaring on the surface, but once it starts playing out, it becomes clear who’s operating on the higher level. Blackshear is the rightful favorite because he’s simply more dynamic…

Prediction: Toss up (Value is on Seaman) On paper, Wellmaker looks like the real deal—and he is. The power he carries isn’t just raw. It’s efficient, controlled, and laced with serious precision. He’s not out there winging wild hooks; he’s landing clean counters in motion, adjusting his strike placement depending…

Prediction: Jacqueline Amorim via Submission Rd 1 Amorim’s level of jiu jitsu is simply on another tier—she’s not just a BJJ black belt, she’s world class. Her ability to transition, take the back, attack submissions in chaos, and finish quickly makes her one of the most dangerous pure grapplers in…

Prediction: Roberto Romero inside the distance On the surface, Cuamba might look like the sharper fighter—he’s fast, especially with his hands, and he throws everything tight and crisp. That 1-2 comes down the pipe fast and clean, and the check left hook is there almost like muscle memory. But that’s…

Prediction: Joselyn Edwards via Decision Chandler brings a gritty, pressure-heavy game that relies heavily on her physicality and ability to impose her grappling when she can close distance. Edwards, on the other hand, fights with a measured range-based striking approach that leverages her length, athleticism, and footwork to dictate engagements…