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UFC Fight Night: Namajunas vs. Cortez Predictions & Full Card Breakdown
Welcome to Guru’s UFC Fight Night breakdown! This card, headlined by Rose Namajunas and Tracy Cortez, is packed with exciting matchups. Let’s dive into each fight, along with Guru’s predictions and thoughts. Betting odds are included where mentioned.
Early Prelims
Josh Fremd vs. Andre Petroski (00:18)
Prediction: Andre Petroski
Guru’s Thoughts: Despite being knocked out by a hip in his last fight, Petroski is the better fighter. His grappling edge gives him the advantage over Josh Fremd.
Prelims
Montel Jackson vs. Da’Mon Blackshear (01:53)
Prediction: Da’Mon Blackshear
Odds: Blackshear is an underdog
Guru’s Thoughts: Blackshear’s performance against Mario Bautista and his grappling prowess make him a solid pick despite Jackson’s experience.
Luana Santos vs. Mariya Agapova (04:28)
Prediction: Luana Santos
Guru’s Thoughts: Agapova’s rumored personal issues and Santos’ recent victory over Stephanie Egger lead Guru to favor Santos.
Jasmine Jasudavicius vs. Fatima Kline (06:50)
Prediction: Jasmine Jasudavicius
Guru’s Thoughts: Jasudavicius’ experience against better competition and her stronger stand-up game should give her the edge over the grappling-focused Kline.
Joshua Van vs. Charles Johnson (08:25)
Prediction: Joshua Van by Decision
Guru’s Thoughts: Van’s ability to create impactful moments and his striking advantage make him the pick over Johnson, who often struggles to secure significant moments in fights.
Abdul Razak-Alhassan vs. Cody Brundage (10:52)
Prediction: Abdul Razak-Alhassan by Knockout
Guru’s Thoughts: Alhassan’s striking power and Brundage’s inconsistent performance make Alhassan the likely winner by KO in the first or second round.
Julian Erosa vs. Christian Rodriguez (14:07)
Prediction: Christian Rodriguez by TKO
Guru’s Thoughts: Despite Rodriguez’s weight issues, his composure and technical ability should secure a TKO victory over the unathletic Erosa.
Gabriel Bonfim vs. Ange Loosa (16:48)
Prediction: Gabriel Bonfim by Finish
Guru’s Thoughts: Bonfim’s size, athleticism, and grappling skills should overwhelm Loosa, leading to a finish.
Main Card
Drew Dober vs. Jean Silva (19:22)
Prediction: Drew Dober by TKO
Guru’s Thoughts: Silva moving up in weight and taking the fight on short notice puts him at a disadvantage against the seasoned Dober, who should secure a TKO in the late second or third round.
Santiago Ponzinibbio vs. Muslim Salikhov (21:11)
Prediction: Santiago Ponzinibbio by Decision
Guru’s Thoughts: Despite recent losses, Ponzinibbio’s reach advantage and technical striking should help him edge out a decision over Salikhov.
Rose Namajunas vs. Tracy Cortez (23:54)
Prediction: Rose Namajunas by Decision
Guru’s Thoughts: Namajunas’ experience, striking, and preparation for a five-round fight give her the upper hand. Guru predicts a 48-47 or 49-46 decision victory for Namajunas.
Guru’s Picks Recap:
- Andre Petroski
- Da’Mon Blackshear
- Luana Santos
- Jasmine Jasudavicius
- Joshua Van by Decision
- Abdul Razak-Alhassan by Knockout
- Christian Rodriguez by TKO
- Gabriel Bonfim by Finish
- Drew Dober by TKO
- Santiago Ponzinibbio by Decision
- Rose Namajunas by Decision
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