Prediction: Chase Hooper via Submission Hooper's grappling is on another level—he’s a wizard on the mat, with the kind of transitional speed and creativity that makes him a nightmare once the fight hits the ground. What separates him from most young grapplers is how well he understands how to use…

Prediction: Julian Erosa (Value on Elkins) This is one of those fights where Erosa being the favorite makes sense on paper, largely due to his size, range, and activity on the feet—but when you look at the styles and how they clash, this is absolutely a dog or pass situation,…

Prediction: Michal Oleksiejczuk via TKO Oleksiejczuk doesn’t waste time feeling things out—he comes forward immediately, cutting off the cage and forcing his opponents into exchanges where he can capitalize. Dumas, on the other hand, is most comfortable when he has space to work at range. He likes to pick his…

Prediction: Sumudaerji via TKO Sumudaerji is one of the better long-range strikers in the division. He uses his reach with purpose, keeping opponents at the end of his punches and kicks while constantly circling and switching angles. His movement isn’t just lateral—it’s unpredictable, which makes it hard to time him…

Prediction: Sean Woodson via Decision Woodson has all the tools to control the fight and come out the winner. His high-level boxing background has been a massive part of his success, and with his unique size for the division—standing 6’2” with a 79-inch reach—most opponents struggle to get past his…