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…

Prediction: Mason Jones inside the distance Jeremy Stephens vs Mason Jones is one of those matchups where legacy name value can cloud what’s actually going on stylistically. Stephens is the veteran with fight-ending power, but beyond that, his game hasn’t evolved much in years. What you see is what you…