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Jacob from we want picks brings you his complete rundown of the upcoming UFC St. Louis card. This weekend promises to be packed with tight matchups, making it a challenging yet exciting card for bettors and fans alike. Let’s dive into the fights:
JJ Aldrich vs. Veronica Hardy
Starting with Aldrich vs. Hardy, this fight will hinge on activity. Veronica moves dynamically, utilizing her agility to outmaneuver Aldrich, who tends to be more static and heavy-footed in her approach. Although Aldrich might control positions, I expect Hardy’s activity and ability to escape clinches to sway the judges. Pick: Veronica Hardy
Jared Gooden vs. Kevin Jousset
This clash features Jousset as the superior striker, but Gooden’s power presents a constant threat. Despite Jousset’s preference for a less aggressive style, which includes a strong jab, his tendency to get clipped worries me against a hitter like Gooden. Nonetheless, Jousset should pull through unless he gets caught. Pick: Kevin Jousset
Jake Hadley vs. Charles Johnson
Johnson finally faces a non-grappler dominant opponent in Hadley, who may still attempt takedowns but will engage more in striking. This fight could go either way, but I see Johnson thriving in a less grappling-intensive bout, potentially taking a decisive third round. Pick: Charles Johnson
Trey Waters vs. Billy Goff
Waters’ height and reach could dominate the fight if it remains at distance. However, Goff’s grit and ability to turn fights scrappy give him a chance if he can close the distance and work inside. Waters may falter if Goff can impose a relentless pace and roughhouse tactics. Pick: Billy Goff
Tabatha Ricci vs. Tecia Torres
Ricci could dominate if she manages to implement her grappling effectively. Torres, returning after a significant break and recent motherhood, might struggle with Ricci’s aggressive grappling and improving striking. This fight hinges on Ricci’s ability to take it to the ground. Pick: Tabatha Ricci
Terrance McKinney vs. Esteban Ribovics
McKinney, known for his explosive starts, may pose a significant threat to Ribovics early on. Ribovics will need to withstand an early onslaught but has shown resilience in past fights. However, McKinney’s ferocity might just be too much in the early rounds. Pick: Terrance McKinney
Chase Hooper vs. Viacheslav Borshchev
Hooper’s jiu-jitsu could be pivotal if he manages to initiate grappling. While Borshchev boasts superior striking, one successful takedown from Hooper could shift the fight in his favor, given his ground prowess. This fight could end quickly either way, but I’m betting on Hooper’s ground game. Pick: Chase Hooper
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Robelis Despaigne
Despaigne’s knockout power and striking pedigree make him a formidable opponent for Cortes-Acosta, who may not be able to withstand the fast-paced and powerful striking of Despaigne. This fight is Despaigne’s to lose if he maintains his composure and striking accuracy. Pick: Robelis Despaigne
Alex Caceres vs. Sean Woodson
Woodson’s height and technical striking should give him the upper hand against Caceres, who will need to rely on unorthodox strikes and angles to disrupt Woodson’s rhythm. Woodson’s ability to control distance should lead him to a victory, though Caceres remains a live underdog. Pick: Sean Woodson
Diego Ferreira vs. Mateusz Rebecki
Rebecki’s aggressive style and takedown prowess make him a solid favorite against Ferreira, who didn’t show significant improvements in his last outing. Rebecki should control the fight with his grappling and pressure. Pick: Mateusz Rebecki
Alonzo Menifield vs. Carlos Ulberg
Ulberg’s technical striking and patience could neutralize Menifield’s power. Menifield may attempt to wrestle, but Ulberg’s ability to maintain distance and counter should earn him the win. Pick: Carlos Ulberg
Joaquin Buckley vs. Nursulton Ruziboev
Buckley’s athletic power contrasts with Ruziboev’s counter-striking ability. While Ruziboev could capitalize on Buckley’s aggressiveness, Buckley’s resilience and crowd support might just edge him a victory in a fight that could swing either way. Pick: Joaquin Buckley
Derrick Lewis vs. Rodrigo Nascimento
In the main event, Lewis’s knockout power is his biggest asset against Nascimento, who might struggle to match
