UFC 303 Full Card Breakdown And Predictions From The MMA Guru

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This weekend, UFC 303 brings us the thrilling rematch between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. Guru takes us through his expert predictions and analysis for every fight on the card, from the early prelims to the main event.

Early Prelims

Ricky Simon vs. Vinicius Oliveira (00:13)
Ricky Simon (-275) is a strong favorite for a reason. Guru highlights Simon’s superior wrestling and conditioning, expecting him to control Oliveira and secure a decision win. Prediction: Ricky Simon by Decision (30-27).

Carlos Hernandez vs. Rei Tsuruya (02:41)
Guru is going with underdog Carlos Hernandez (+150), citing the potential for a “fraud check” on Tsuruya, who may struggle against more experienced fighters. Prediction: Carlos Hernandez by Decision.

Prelims

Andrei Arlovski vs. Martin Buday (06:29)
With Arlovski’s age and recent performances in mind, Guru predicts Martin Buday (-150) will win by using his size and pressure to break Arlovski down. Prediction: Martin Buday by TKO.

Michelle Waterson-Gomez vs. Gillian Robertson (08:36)
Despite Robertson being the favorite, Guru picks Michelle Waterson-Gomez (+140) for her superior striking and wrestling defense. Prediction: Michelle Waterson-Gomez by Decision.

Payton Talbott vs. Yanis Ghemmouri (10:03)
Talbott (-600) is heavily favored, and Guru believes his composure will lead to a late TKO win, despite acknowledging potential vulnerabilities. Prediction: Payton Talbott by TKO (Round 2).

Charles Jourdain vs. Jean Silva (12:18)
Guru favors Charles Jourdain (-200) for his technical skills and ability to handle pressure, predicting a late finish against the dangerous but wild Jean Silva. Prediction: Charles Jourdain by TKO (Round 3).

Main Card

Cub Swanson vs. Andre Fili (14:40)
Guru predicts Andre Fili (-185) will use his range, explosiveness, and low kicks to secure a TKO win over the veteran Cub Swanson. Prediction: Andre Fili by TKO.

Joe Pyfer vs. Marc-Andre Barriault (16:33)
Guru expects Joe Pyfer (-230) to capitalize on Barriault’s lack of knockout power, predicting an early TKO victory. Prediction: Joe Pyfer by TKO (Round 1).

Ian Machado Garry vs. Michael Venom Page (18:35)
In a bold pick, Guru chooses MVP (+175), believing his unorthodox style and reach advantage will lead to a knockout win over Garry. Prediction: Michael Venom Page by KO (Round 2).

Mayra Bueno Silva vs. Macy Chiasson (21:52)
Despite being the underdog, Guru picks Macy Chiasson (+135) for her size, reach, and ability to muscle Silva around, predicting a decision win. Prediction: Macy Chiasson by Decision.

Anthony Smith vs. Roman Dolidze (24:30)
Guru chooses Anthony Smith (-150), trusting his experience and ability to handle Dolidze’s brawling style, predicting a decision victory. Prediction: Anthony Smith by Decision.

Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes (26:51)
Guru confidently picks Diego Lopes (+180), expecting his aggressive style and superior striking to secure an early submission win over Ortega. Prediction: Diego Lopes by Submission (Round 1).

Main Event

Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 2 (30:50)
In the highly anticipated rematch, Guru picks Jiri Prochazka (+140) to win by TKO, predicting that his relentless pressure and ability to thrive in chaos will overcome Pereira in the third round. Prediction: Jiri Prochazka by TKO (Round 3).