Prediction: Da’Mon Blackshear via Submission or Decision
Blackshear is the clear side here. He’s the more complete fighter, straight up. He’s got clean, accurate striking when he picks his shots, he’s defensively sharp, and most importantly, he’s got the wrestling advantage that can completely break this fight open.
Grant fights like a wild man—no doubt. He’s all pressure, walks forward recklessly , and throws bombs with real intent. That style’s fun to watch and it can work if he lands clean. But that same aggression? It comes at a price. His defense is basically just hoping he hits you before you hit him. Hands low, head on the center line, and wide-open swings that leave him exposed both for counters and takedowns. Against a guy like Blackshear, that’s a problem.
Blackshear doesn’t need to brawl to win. He can stay composed, let Grant crash forward, and start landing clean counters right down the middle. And once he gets the read? That’s when the level change comes. Because Grant’s not stopping the takedown, and once he’s on the mat, he’s not getting back up unless the round ends. Blackshear’s wrestling is solid, and his control is strong—he doesn’t just shoot to score, he shoots to hold you there and rack up damage.
And that’s really the story here. Grant is dangerous, but one-dimensional. He’s looking for that one moment. Blackshear doesn’t need a moment—he can win every exchange, every round, and every position. Unless Grant lands something huge early, this is going to be a clear win for Blackshear. Expect him to stay clean on the feet, take over with his wrestling, and dominate this fight from start to finish.