Prediction: Edgar Chairez via Decision Vergara is skilled at pressing forward, getting inside his opponent’s striking range, and exiting exchanges efficiently. However, against Chairez, his exits won’t be fast enough to escape cleanly, and that will be a major problem. Chairez’s length is the key factor here. Vergara thrives when…

Prediction: Ateba Gautier via KO Jose Medina vs. Ateba Gautier is a fight where Gautier should be the probable winner via KO. Medina has proven time and time again that he is incredibly tough and can absorb a ton of damage while continuing to push forward, but that toughness has…

Prediction: Melquizael Costa via Decision Melquizael Costa vs. Christian Rodriguez is a matchup between two composed, well-rounded fighters, but Costa should be the side here. Both fighters excel at staying patient in high-pace situations, picking their shots wisely, and maintaining strong defensive awareness in striking exchanges. The difference-maker, however, is…

Prediction: Julia Polastri (Winner) Julia Polastri vs. Lupita Godinez is a fight where Polastri presents serious value, especially at a dog price of +185. While Godinez has always been a strong wrestler for this division, she’s going up against one of the physically stronger women at strawweight, meaning takedowns won’t…

Prediction: Rafa Garcia via Decision Garcia is a much smarter fighter, especially on the defensive end. He keeps a tight guard, picks his shots carefully, and knows exactly when to commit to both his strikes and his wrestling. Pichel, on the other hand, still has power and a strong leg-kicking…