Monthly Archives: May 2020

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Jamahal Hill vs The Winner Of Clark vs Menifield

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Jamahal Hill knocked out Klidson Abreu in the first round, Post fight heard the news that he now has a fan favorite Hale Berry. Jamahal Hill is 2-0 with the UFC, Success coming out of the Dana White Contender Series.

What’s next for Jamahal Hill?

June 6th UFC 250 on the prelims is Devin Clark vs Alonzo Menifield. Hill can fight the winner of Clark vs Menifield. Both Clark vs Menifield are both top 25 UFC Light Heavyweights.

Devin Clark was signed on an episode of Dana White Looking For a Fight. Alonzo Menifield is 9-0 (2-0 with UFC) alumni of the Dana White Contender Series.

Both fights will be interesting to watch. Schedule the fight of Hill vs Clark or Menifield in September or August.

Alumni of the Dana White Contender Series, Jamahal Hill may headline UFC 254 Featuring Prelim because of his first round knock out against Klidson Abreu and being a Light Heavyweight Prospect.

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What’s Next for Billy Quarantillo

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Billy Quarantillo won his fight against Spike Carlyle, Showing off his Jiu-Jitsu in the late second and third round. Billy because of his cardio won the fight. He stayed composed. Show’s he has what it takes to become a UFC Lightweight contender.

What’s next for Billy Quarantillo?

Absolute gentleman, Not into calling out fighters post fight just interested in fighting in a crowd instead of no fans. Maybe in September or October we can see Quarantillo back into the Octagon again.

Joe Solecki vs Billy Quarantillo both fighters born and raised in the Northeast is a fight that can happen. Billy Quarantillo vs Joel Alvarez( AFC former Lightweight Champion. Joel Alvarez was a Lightweight prospect from Spain, Before being 1-1 with UFC.

Billy Quarantillo needs a top 50-70 UFC Lightweight that has experience and can give Quarantillo a challenge.

Looking forward to Billy Quarantillo next fight this September. Continuing his undefeated streak in the UFC to 3-0. Even at 31 years old still can be a UFC Lightweight Prospect.

2020 for Billy Quarantillo will be an significant year.

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Roosevelt Roberts VS Matt Frevola? Roberts sees RED!!

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Roosevelt Roberts impressive win, Showing his jiu-jitsu in couple submission attempts. Eventually choking out Brok Weaver in the second round. Roberts called out Matt Frevola in his interview.

Roberts vs Matt Frevola was scheduled before but the coronavirus but now it can happen if Frevola defeats Frank Camacho.

4-1 with UFC, Two fight winning streak adding Matt Frevola with a win can get scheduled fights against Lando Vannata or Renato Moicano.

26 years old, 4-1 is a rising Lightweight with the UFC. Making his dreams a reality, Fighting for the UFC and gradually becoming a Lightweight contender in the future.

“If somebody would have told me that when I was younger, I would have never believed it,” Roberts said. “I’d probably be doing some crazy stuff or living a crazy-ass lifestyle, but I definitely would not be where I’m at now. It came further down the line where it started becoming a dream of mine. Back then, I was living so fast, thinking live fast, die young, so I didn’t really see past the next year. I always just looked for the next day.”

https://www.ufc.com/news/roosevelt-roberts-never-imagined-having-this-life

Roberts vs Frevola ESPN + Featuring Prelim slot fight in September is what can happen, Jumping right back into the October. Seeing another impressive performance for Roosevelt Roberts.

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Manel Kape vs Brendan Moreno Fight Island

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Manel Kape was the Rizin Bantamweight Champion by defeating Kai Asakura, Takeya Mizugaki,Ian McCall signed with UFC which I’m happy for!! Manel Kape is moving down to Flyweight and is looking for top opponents.

“I don’t want to wait [too long]. I know that they won’t give me the champion of the UFC, but they will give some guy ranked No. 5 or No. 3, this is what I want. I want to fight with a big dog, I want to handle these guys, I want to show my skills that I can kill all of my division. Now I feel like I’m unstoppable, so this is what I want.”

https://www.mmafighting.com/2020/4/17/21223135/manel-kape-targeting-big-dog-for-ufc-debut-i-feel-like-im-a-champion

Fully capable of fighting top flyweights in the UFC because of his success in Rizin.

“I want a fight with the champion or someone that is top 5 in the rankings – after I can get [a title shot] 100%,” he said. “I can beat whatever fighter in the UFC in my division.”

https://www.flocombat.com/articles/6743215-manel-kape-new-flyweight-on-the-block

Ask and you shall receive Manel Kape. UFC debut against Brendan Moreno who has some hands for a Flyweight. Moreno last two wins was the most impressive, Jussier Formiga and Kai Kara France. Moreno is the #3 UFC Flyweight.

Brendan Moreno vs Manel Kape would be a fun fight to watch. Kape with a win over former LFA Flyweight Champion will rank him as the #1 contender.

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Kyle Daukaus UFC Short Notice Fight can Happen

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Kyle Daukaus CFFC Middleweight Champion, Number one Middleweight prospect in the United States fought on the Dana White Contender Series. Won his fight but didn’t get the UFC contract.

However Kyle Daukaus might get a UFC offer soon because of the soon to be shortage of UFC fighters. Kyle with no hesitation will accept the offer because he’s living humbly at the moment with no CFFC being scheduled.

“I hear about how bad it is at her work,” Daukaus said. “But for me, it’s very tough not having any income. I know that fighting as a profession is a struggle in the beginning, and I’m fine with struggling like that. But I’m not even guaranteed monthly payments from the gym right now. I’m doing as best as I can to spend as minimal an amount as possible.”


“I don’t have a Plan B,” Daukaus said. “If the opportunity comes and I get a call, I’m going to take it.”

https://www.startribune.com/regional-mma-fighters-face-hazy-professional-future-in-cage/570242372/

Kyle Daukaus belongs in the UFC and during this difficult time were all living there may be some light for Kyle Daukaus who can get the call from Mick Maynard or Sean Shelby about fighting short notice.

Be a life changing moment for him as his family, friends, Fans from his hometown, Hardcore MMA fans like myself will be watching his UFC debut.

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Billy Quarantillo Fighter To Watch Woodley vs Burns

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Billy Quarantillo King of the Cage former Lightweight Champion, Former contestant of the Ultimate Fighter is making his second UFC appearance by fighting Spike Carlyle at Woodley vs Burns.

Quarantillo had a triangle choke submission win in his UFC debut, In his second fight looking for another finish. Rewarded a fifty grand bonus to head home with.

“I know it’s going to be an exciting fight; I can tell,” Quarantillo said. “It’s going to be up there with ‘Fight of the Night.’ I know we can get that or ‘Performance of the Night.’ … We’ll see if taking this fight on shorter notice effects him or me more. I just know it’s going to be non-stop action. I’m looking for the kill every second of that fight. I don’t want to stay in there too long, so I’m looking for the finish. I’m looking to make a statement.”

https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/05/billy-quarantillo-explains-why-he-approved-spike-carlyles-ufc-on-espn-9-catchweight-request

Going for a kill, Billy Quarantillo can entertain the fans at home as they wait for the Woodley vs Burns fight. Impressing Dana White, Sean Shelby, Mick Maynard with a 1st or 2nd round finish.

Mentioned before that Quarantillo was a contestant on the Ultimate Fighter Faber vs McGregor. Lost the oppurtunity to fight for the UFC but because of his strong mindset and determination is now with the UFC.

No way in hell Billy will let this opportunity to sneak away from. Like’s the matchup of him fighting Spike Carlyle and will see why Billy belongs in the UFC. Revenging the loss for his teammate Aalon Cruz who lost to Spike Carlyle.

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Brad Riddell vs John Makdessi Fight Island

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Brad Riddell 8-1 record trains at City Kickboxing with Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, Kai Kara France, Dan Hooker. Learning from these champions and future champions will only make you get better.

Israel Adesanya speaks highly of Brad Riddell from training with him, Striking ability and being a striking coach at City Kickboxing.

Riddell has wins over Jamie Mullarkey and Magomed Mustafaev in the UFC. Showing he’s well equipped to fight for the UFC.

“I’m where I’m supposed to be. I’m supposed to be in the UFC and I’m supposed to be fighting the best fighters in the world. I’m going to chop my way up this tree to the top pretty quickly here,” Riddell said. “I will go out on my shield and I will fight until I can’t stand up, literally.”

https://www.ufc.com/news/brad-riddell-always-shows-up-auckland

Riddell at 28 years old in the next couple years can be a Lightweight contender, 2020 is the year for Brad Riddell to show the UFC fans who he is besides training at City Kickboxing. Significant wins by knockout because he’s an aggressive striker, Australian savage.

John Makdessi is a top 30 UFC Lightweight , Decently recognizable. Tough fighter to me is the perfect fight for Brad Riddell.

Israel Adesanya wants to fight at Fight Island, Bringing his whole City Kickboxing team with him. That will include Brad Riddell.

Riddell vs Makdessi can be a prelim fight will more eye balls on the tv because of the spectacle fight of Adesanya vs Costa.

Show the improvements in grappling, Fighter IQ besides the Muay Thai skills he has.

Excited for the 2020 season for Brad Riddell, Next fight can be on Fight Island in August!

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UFC Fight Night Brendan Allen vs Trevin Giles

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Rising Middleweight Prospect Brendan Allen 2-0 with UFC, Last fight was UFC ESPN +27 against Tom Breese. That event was in February. Time to return to the Octagon in July or late June fighting against Trevin Giles. ESPN + Event.

Brendan Allen first loss was to Trevin Giles back in Legacy 52. Brendan Allen now a top 20 Middleweight can revenge his loss to Trevin Giles.

Continuing to dig about the Giles match-up, Allen revealed that Giles did respond. “He said he’d fight me in Austin if the matchmakers wanted it. I would like to fight Trevin on that card or at International Fight Week. Hopefully I can get on one of these cards that I really want to be on.”

https://cagesidepress.com/2020/03/14/ufc-brendan-allen-says-hed-finish-giles-anders-hernandez-one-night/

Brendan Allen truly confident that he can destroy, Knocking out Trevin Giles. Brendan Allen revenging his loss to Trevin Giles on the main card of a UFC ESPN + event will gain his confidence, Taking back those bad memories when he was younger.

Trash talk back and forth at a press conference, Ariel Helwani, Luke Thomas, MMAJunkie Radio. Building up the fight, Doing the best they can to get viewers. The story of Brendan Allen desiring to get his revenge.

Brendan Allen with a impressive victory over Trevin Giles will only increase his profile, Fighting on a UFC PPV next, Discussed as a future UFC Middleweight Champion.

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Brok Weaver Fighter to Watch Woodley vs Burns

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Brok Weaver alumni of the Dana White Contender Series, Island Fights main attraction, Fought Joe Riggs in a Bare Knuckle Boxing Event is 1-0 with UFC and looking to be 2-0 with a win over Roosevelt Roberts alumni of the Dana White Contender Series.

Weaver vs Roberts has potential to be fight of the night. Brok Weaver is a SAVAGE, Watch his fight on the contender series against Devin Smyth, Island Fights.

Weaver has that DOG in him that will be unleashed against Roosevelt Roberts.

“In a way, this is my redemption fight,” Weaver told reporters during a virtual media day promoting the event. “You can’t help to read comments and stuff, but like you said, I didn’t get to show much, so this fight I’m coming with anger. I have to bring the dog this fight and show the world what I’m made of. Everybody might think I’m a fluke – have to show them I’m not.”

https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/05/brok-weaver-looking-for-redemption-at-ufc-on-espn-9

Brok Weaver was disappointed in his last fight because of the illegal knee even though he won, Didn’t like the fluke win. He has MOWA Choctaw tribe to represent when he’s fighting. Give everything he has in the cage and tomorrow night will see the Brok Weaver who fought on the Dana White Contender Series.

Win over Roosevelt Roberts, 3-1 in the UFC, Rising Lightweight Prospect will be the best win in Weaver’s career that can inspire himself and the Native American youth who maybe want to become MMA fighters as well.

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Sean Brady vs Randy Brown UFC Fight Night July

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Sean Brady 2-0 with UFC, 12-0 overall. Sean Brady was the CFFC Welterweight Champion. When I heard the news that he signed with the UFC I was excited he signed but I doubt most MMA fans knew.

Brady has the potential to be a UFC Welterweight title contender in the future, Fight against Randy Brown will be the perfect fight for him.

Brady can defeat a top 25 UFC welterweight whose always difficult to fight. Brady in his MMA career has always been scheduled against tough fighters from fighting for the UFC or in Cage Fury Fighting Championship.

Wins over Ismail Naurdiev, Court McGee, Taj Abdul Hakim, Gilbert Urbina. Adding Randy Brown to his win column will be a significant win that can help Sean Brady be recognized.

“I think coming up in CFFC, the organization I was champion for before I get signed to the UFC, it’s just the way that they are,” he said. “There’s no easy fights. And the same thing on my part. When I turned pro and I knew I was going to pursue being a fighter as my career, I didn’t want any easy fights. I didn’t want to pad my record, I didn’t want to fight guys who weren’t on my level.”

https://www.ufc.com/news/sean-brady-has-no-interest-easy-fights

Sean Brady born and raised from the blue collar city of Philadelphia, He’s a work horse. A grinder, A Pitbull. Similar to the hometown hero Eddie Alvarez. Eddie Alvarez was a success fighting for UFC, UFC Lightweight Champion and maybe will see Sean Brady follow in Eddie Alvarez footsteps.

Sean Brady fighting Randy Brown will see a future welterweight contender, Brady vs Brown can be a prelim fight on a UFC ESPN + event or a main card fight on a ESPN + event.

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ONE Championship Fights to Make When Returning?

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One Championship has some crazy fights on paper to schedule because of their talented roster from each division. Fights that increase the global popularity of One Championship, Classic fights that will be watched by millions of people. Fights such as…

Bibiano Fernandes vs John Lineker

Bibiano Fernandes easily one of the best Bantamweights of all time, Seven One Championship Bantamweight title defenses, Dream Bantamweight champion. Bibiano to continue building his legacy would be fighting John Lineker.

John Lineker got released from the UFC, ONE Championship signed him him and is now 1-0 with One Championship. Lineker is one of the best Bantamweights in the world.

Bibiano Fernandes vs John Lineker would be a dream matchup. Headline a One Championship event.

Aung La Nsang vs Kiamrian Abbasov

Aung La Nsang is the star of One Championship, Beloved his people of Myanmar. One Championship Middleweight and Light Heavyweight Champion. Aung La Nsang defend his title against Kiamrian Abbasov( One Championship Welterweight Champion).

Kiamrian Abbasov wants to move up in weight, Challenge Aung La Nsang for the One Championship Middleweight Title.

Fascinating fight to watch. If Kiamrian Abbasov can defeat Aung La Nsang man that be incredible for his career but if Aung La Nsang can defeat Kiamrian Abbasov, The arena will go bananas.

Brandon Vera vs Arjan Bhullar

Brandon Vera since fighting with One Championship is 4-1. One Championship Heavyweight Champion. Arjan Bhullar 2-1 with UFC, Canada National Team wrestler.

Bhullar would give Vera a hard hard time because of his wrestling. Interesting fight to watch. Bhullar can take the throne.

Christian Lee vs Eddie Alvarez

Christian Lee is 21 years old, One Championship Lightweight Champion. That’s pretty incredible to a champion for one of the best organizations in the world. Christian Lee defeated Shinya Aoki, Saygid Arslanaliev in his career so far.

Eddie Alvarez is with One Championship for a reason to challenge for titles, Build the popularity of the promotion.

Christian Lee the future vs Eddie Alvarez the respected veteran. Millions of people would watch that. Maybe headlining event in Philadelphia.

Kiamrian Abbasov vs James Nakashima

James Nakashima former LFA Welterweight Champion signed with One Championship, #1 contender in the One Championship Welterweight division. Nakashima can definitely defeat Abbasov.

Becoming the second fighter from the United States to a win a title for One Championship. Major step for One Championship for signing James Nakashima once the top welterweight prospect in the United States.

Aung La Nsang vs Reinier De Ridder

Reinier De Ridder 29 years old, 3-0 with One Championship. Reinier De Ridder is the #1 One Championship Middleweight Contender. 12-0 record, Tough test for Aung La Nsang.

I won’t be shocked if Reinier De Ridder defeats Aung La Nsang.

Eddie Alvarez vs Shinya Aoki Trilogy

Eddie Alvarez been fighting since the Bodog days, Dream days when he lost to Shinya Aoki for WAMMA Lightweight title. Eddie Alvarez with Bellator in his Bellator career fought Shinya Aoki, Revenging his loss.

Shinya Aoki vs Eddie Alvarez would be a perfect fight for both fighters. Headline event in Singapore, Tokyo, Manila.

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Bellator Needs To Sign Erin Blanchfield

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Bellator flyweight division has a couple talented fighters from Illima Lei- Macfarlane, Juliana Velasquez, Mandy Bohm. Erin Blanchfield is the flyweight that can add talent to the Bellator Flyweight division.

Erin Blanchfield is 21 years old, 5-1 record, Eddie Bravo Invitational Champion which is incredible accomplishment for a 21 year old kid. Erin trains at the Renzo Gracie Academy.

3-1 with Invicta FC. Lost to Tracy Cortez in a split decision. However since that loss is on a two fight winning streak.

Last win against Victoria Leonardo is the fight that made Erin Blanchfield on the map. Head kick knock out in the second round.

“This was definitely the most impressive victory of my career,” Blanchfield told Cageside Press. “I definitely showed a lot of improvement in that fight.”

https://cagesidepress.com/2020/02/16/erin-blanchfield-stays-ready-in-case-the-ufc-calls-for-a-short-notice-opportunity/

“While I’m competing, I try to stay calm,” said Blanchfield. “I don’t try to get overly excited or frustrated. Afterwards, you can see the relief on my face when I won that split decision, but during a fight, during any type of competition I always try to stay very level-headed and do what I have to do. Because I feel like too much emotion, you’ll mess up and it’s just not good.”

https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/11/16/18097715/erin-blanchfield-earned-cold-blooded-nickname-from-father/

21 years old, Erin Blanchfield definitely on the UFC’s radar but I’m sure Bellator and Scott Coker is aware of her as well. Scott Coker NEEDS to sign Erin Blanchfield. Gradually build up her profile, Her brand. Similar to boxing. Promote Erin as this 21 year old prodigy. Winning the EBI Invitational, Coached by John Danaher in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

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Bellator Fights to Schedule When Returns

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Bellator has some great fights to make in 2020 and in the next couple years, Attract potentially millions of viewers with specific fights such as…

Douglas Lima vs Gegard Mousasi

Douglas Lima Bellator Welterweight Champion, Impressively defeated Rory MacDonald. Defeated Lorenz Larkin, Paul Daley and Andrey Koreshkov. Lima wants to move up to Middleweight and challenge Gegard Mousasi for the Bellator Middleweight Title.

Lima vs Mousasi was scheduled for Bellator 242 but the coronavirus postponed that. On paper Mousasi vs Lima is one of the best fights to schedule in the MMA world. Douglas Lima looking to build his legacy by defeating one of the best Middleweights in the world.

Mousasi can show the world he still one of the best Middleweights by defeating a welterweight in the prime of his career.

Ryan Bader vs Vadim Nemkov

Ryan Bader greatest decision he’s ever made was signing with Bellator, Bellator Champ Champ. Defeating Fedor Emelianenko, Phil Davis and King Mo.

Vadim Nemkov is next in line to challenge Ryan Bader for the Bellator Lightweight Heavyweight title. Nemkov is 27 years old, The next young hungry lion to become the Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion. Take the throne from Ryan Bader. 11-2 record, Wins over Phil Davis, Phillipe Lins, Liam McGeary.

Nemkov is one of the best young Light Heavyweights in the world. The future for Bellator.

Sergio Pettis vs James Gallagher

Sergio Pettis signed with Bellator, 1-0 with Bellator. Pettis because of his last name and being a talented fighter can challenge for the vacant Bantamweight Title. James Gallagher is one of the rising stars in Bellator, Well known for training at SBG Ireland with Conor McGregor.

James Gallagher needs a tough fight and to see if he really has what it takes, Fighting Sergio Pettis will be a real test.

Pettis vs Gallagher in San Jose or Dublin for the Bellator Bantamweight title.

Lima vs Yaroslav Amosov

Douglas Lima after challenging for the Bellator Middleweight Title, Defend his Bellator Welterweight title against Yaroslav Amosov. Yaroslav Amosov impressed the hell out of me with a grappling performance against Ed Ruth.

Yaroslav Amosov 23-0 record 4-0 with Bellator, Wins over Gerald Harris, Erick Silva, David Rickels, Roberto Soldic( KSW Welterweight Champion). Amosov is not even in his prime and he’s one of the best Bellator Welterweights.

Amosov vs Lima will be a fantastic fight to watch.

Machida vs Anatoly Tokov

Lyoto Machida is a legend, Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Machida 41 years old now, However still a great fighter defeated Chael Sonnen and Rafael Carvalho. Passing the torch moment, Building up the profile of Anatoly Tokov. Tokov is 30 years old with a 29-3 record.

Anatoly Tokov trains with Fedor. Wins over Gerald Harris and Alexander Shlemenko. Fight against Machida will put him over.

Machida vs Tokov can be a main card for Bellator, Headlining event. I’d love to watch this fight in 2020.

Kyoji Horiguchi vs Sergio Pettis

Kyoji Horiguchi was the Rizin and Bellator Bantamweight Champion, Lost to Kai Asakura. Kyoji in 2020 will look to return and become the Rizin Bantamweight Champion again.

Bellator and Rizin have a cross promotion partnership. Sergio Pettis can fly over to Tokyo and represent Bellator. Pettis maybe challenge Kyoji Horiguchi for the Rizin Bantamweight Title.

Tofiq Musaev vs Michael Chandler

Tofiq Musaev won the Rizin Lightweight Grand Prix by defeating Patricio Pitbull in the final. Tofiq Musaev is one of the best Lightweights not fighting in the UFC and now it’s Michael Chandler’s turn to fight Tofiq Musaev.

Michael Chandler defeats this rising Lightweight from Rizin, That will be a significant win his MMA career.

Sign me up to watch Tofiq Musaev vs Michael Chandler.

Patricio Pitbull vs Juan Archuleta

Juan Archuleta trains with TJ Dillashaw, Aaron Pico. Coached by MMA nerd Duane Ludwig. Juan is 6-1 with Bellator, Only loss is to Patricio Pitbull. Juan Archuleta is one of the best Featherweights that Bellator has.

When the Bellator Featherweight Grand Prix is over, If Patricio Pitbull loses to Pedro Carvalho than schedule a fight Patricio Pitbull vs Juan Archuleta.

Pitbull might win again but don’t underestimate Juan Archuleta, He’s defeated Ricky Bandejas, Eduardo Dantas and Henry Corrales,

Illima – Lei Macfarlane vs Juliana Velasquez

Illima Lei Macfarlane is one of the best flyweights in the world, Bellator Flyweight Champion. One of the most underrated fighters on the Bellator roster. Juliana Velasquez 10-0, 5-0 with Bellator. Might be the toughest fight on paper for Ilima- Lei Macfarlane.

Intriguing fight to watch that can headline a Bellator event, Main Card slot fight.

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Ricky Simon vs John Dodson ? UFC Summer

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Ricky Simon lost to Urijah Faber in the first round. Mentally defeated but came back with no mullet against Ray Borg, Former UFC Flyweight Title Challenger. Looks gradually everything is coming together for the 27 year old Bantamweight.

“I definitely appreciate this win because Ray fought Demetrious Johnson for a world title,” said Simon. “And I’m not one of those guys who just wants to coast and get easy fights. All my fights have been tough fights and I’m constantly improving and I’m definitely sitting back and appreciating it, but this morning (last Friday), the first thing I did when I woke up was go on a four-mile run and I’m trying to figure out when I can get back to the gym.”

https://www.ufc.com/news/ricky-simon-unlocking-his-abilities

The hungry Ricky Simon training already after a three round fight definitely excited for his next fight in 2020, The right fight for him is John Dodson. Another UFC Flyweight Title Challenger he can face and defeat to move up the Bantamweight Rankings.

“I belong at the top of the division. I’m 16-3 now. I have the experience, and he’s an ex-title challenger. That means a lot, too. I have the experience and I just proved that I have the talent, as well. … I just have something in me.”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-news-im-a-problem-ricky-simon-explains-why-bantamweight-division-needs-to-buckle-up/amp/

Ricky Simon believes he’s a top 15 Bantamweight, Fight against #13 John Dodson can place him as a top 15 Bantamweight.

Ricky Simon signed a 4 fight deal pre Ray Borg, In these four fights we can see Ricky Simon finish the deal being a Bantamweight contender, But a win over Dodson will help guide him to his dream!!

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Corey Anderson VS Thiago Santos ?July Fight Night

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Corey Anderson had a tough loss to Jan Blachowicz. Fight that I believed Corey was going to win, Setting up a fight with Jon Jones. However that won’t happen but will happen is Corey Anderson looking better than ever against Thiago Santos.

UFC Rankings has Corey Anderson #4 Light Heavyweight. Thiago Santos making a return after tearing his ACL during his fight with Jon Jones. Impressively Fighting Jon Jones with one leg. Gained new fans even tho he lost. Gained my respect.

Thiago Santos is ranked #2 UFC Light Heavyweight. Thiago Santos vs Corey Anderson makes perfect sense. Thiago can return Fighting Corey Anderson. Still the dark horse of the UFC Light Heavyweight Division.

A great coach once told me “you have 5 minutes to sulk and then it’s on to the next one!” We live and we learn. Back to the drawing board. I appreciate each and every fan and hater! A lose has never stopped me and it ain’t stopping me now. See yall at the top! #ufc

https://www.google.com/amp/s/mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/02/corey-anderson-reaction-knockout-loss-jan-blachowicz-ufc-on-espn-plus-25/amp

Corey Anderson Fighting Thiago Santos, Former title challenge can set up a Light Heavyweight title fight next with a significant win. Winning in dominant fashion by showing his wrestling or new skills.

Guarantee even tho there’s a virus Corey is training like a savage, Hungry to return and challenge for the title.

“I don’t put a name to the title, I just want the belt,” Anderson said. “That’s it. I don’t see a face. I prepare every day just to be the best. I don’t prepare to beat Jon, I don’t prepare to beat Dominick Reyes. I prepare to be the best so I can hold the belt and say I’m the best. So whoever they throw at me at any time, I’m prepared and ready to go.”

https://www.ufc.com/news/corey-anderson-is-fixated-on-the-belt-ufc-rio-rancho
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Darren Till vs Jarred Cannonier UFC July

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Darren Till last fight was against Kelvin Gastelum. Impressive win but wasn’t enough to impress Israel Adesanya. Tells Darren Till to wait in line for his opportunity.

“So he has some work to do. If he f****d up Gastelum and smashed him out in the first round then we can talk, maybe. ‘I was impressed by the performance but pick a number, get in line.”

Till’s ability to keep Gastelum out of striking range impressed ’The Last Stylebender’, who added: “I liked the fight, I liked the distance control. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.express.co.uk/sport/ufc/1201113/Israel-Adesanya-Darren-Till-Kelvin-Gastelum-UFC-244-UFC-News-And-Rumours/amp

Since Darren Till has to wait in line, He can fight a quiet Top Middleweight Jarred Cannonier. Jarred Cannonier on a three fight winning streak, Wins against Jack Hermansson, Anderson Silva and David Branch.

Move down to Middleweight was the best decision he’s made, Win over Darren Till will be the best win by far. Will build the brand, profile of Jarred Cannonier.

Darren Till vs Jarred Cannonier can be scheduled in a UFC Fight Night, Fly to Fight Island wherever that it is. Main Card slot fight that the fans will love and be hyped for.

The fight of Till vs Cannonier was supposed to happen at UFC 248 but Jarred Cannonier torn his pectoral muscle. Now healed the match can go on. Be a Middleweight contender, Option for Israel Adesanya to defend his title next after Paulo Costa.

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Leon Edwards vs Wonderboy Thompson UFC July ?

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Leon Edwards getting screwed in all of this. Woodley takes the fight with Gilbert Burns, Masvidal and Usman not happening now. Masvidal might fight Conor or Colby. Leon Edwards is stuck, Pretty much not fair for him and needs a fight!!

Next fight for Leon Edwards can be against Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Wonderboy challenged Woodley for the UFC Welterweight Title, They were tough fights and Wonderboy is always a challenge.

Speaking to BT Sport, White said that Edwards will next fight on Fight Island and his next opponent will be someone ranked highly at 170lbs, though White isn’t sure who that will be just yet.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bjpenn.com/mma-news/ufc/leon-edwards-will-fight-next-on-fight-island-against-high-ranked-opponent-says-dana-white/%3famp

“(The) only reason I wanted to fight Woodley was because he was a former world champion and the Usman fight was taken away from me because of Masvidal, so anyone above me is the only option right now.”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/05/leon-edwards-firm-next-fight-title-shot-or-number-1-contender-ufc/amp

Even though Wonderboy isn’t a top five Welterweight he’s still a great fighter who will beat most Welterweights. Looked great against Vicente Luque.

Rocky Edwards defeats Wonderboy. He’ll become a more popular fighter that casual fans will gain interest in, Looking forward to his upcoming fight in 2020.

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Felder vs Oliveira UFC 251?

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Paul Felder last fight was a classic five round war against Dan Hooker in December. Felder wants one more fight or maybe he wants to make a run for the title. Charles Oliveira making a run of his own, Seven fighting win streak by defeating Kevin Lee in the third round.

Charles Oliveira needs a fight and Paul Felder needs a fight, Schedule a bout for them at UFC 251. UFC 251 is scheduled for July 11th. Gives them both time to train, Get back into shape.

“I’m in an amazing phase. I feel like I just got brought into the UFC. I’m happy. I’m eager to win. Of course, I respect all my opponents. But I’ll keep moving forward. My friends and I always say, ‘The time for meowing is done, now it’s time to roar.’

https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/03/ufc-on-espn-plus-28-charles-oliveira-streaks-into-kevin-lee-fight

Oliveira defeats talented UFC commentator, Top Ten Lightweight in the world will be another significant win for Charles Oliveira. Being a title contender with one more fight.

Paul Felder with a win over Charles Oliveira who beat Kevin Lee and on seven fight winning streak. Maybe with a knock out a dominant win Paul Felder will refuse to retire and challenge for the title. Imagine Felder vs Tony Ferguson.

“I can tell you that after all of this with what we’re going through, I cannot wait to fight again,” Felder said. “Dude, I’m on this bike. I had my manager, Brian Butler, send me all these photos. I texted him last night. I said, ‘Man, I’m a little depressed.’ I’m missing my job. I’m missing my guys. I’m missing my commentary. … We’re having a great time. Family time is great. But I just miss that fire.”

UFC lightweight Paul Felder decides against retirement: 'I cannot wait to fight again'

UFC 251 Felder vs Oliveira Main Card fight, Set it up Sean Shelby.

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Swanson vs Dawodu UFC 251 ?

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Hakeem Dawodu underrated and quiet UFC Lightweight that hasn’t fought since UFC 244, Defeating Julio Arce. Dawodu is 11-1(4-1 UFC) needs a fighter with a name to put him over and Cub Swanson is perfect opponent for Dawodu.

Cub Swanson last fight was in October against Kron Gracie. Swanson six fight of the night bonuses, Remembered for the war against Doo Ho Choi. Swanson because of his savage personality, Fights his best will bring out the best in Hakeem Dawodu.

Swanson vs Dawodu will be perfect for UFC 251. Featuring prelim fight that can be a fight of the night for UFC 251.

I want to make my return, I want a top ranked opponent, and I want to show you guys what I’m really made of.”

https://cagesidepress.com/2019/11/02/ufc-244-hakeem-dawodu-canadian-mma-respect/

Even though Cub Swanson isn’t a top 15 ranked opponent he’s a popular well known fighter since his days of fighting in World Extreme Cage Fighting.

Oppurtunity to fight and impressively defeat Cub Swanson on a UFC PPV Featuring Prelim will give Dawodu a top 15 opponent in the fall of 2020.
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Adam Borics Keep Moving Forward

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Adam Borics the dark horse of the Bellator Featherweight Division had a tough loss to Darrion Caldwell. After the fight was upset. Self defeated but Darrion Caldwell like the champion he is gave him heartfelt advice. Seen the talent that everyone else sees in him.

Borics loss to Caldwell was his first loss of his MMA, Kickboxing, Boxing. Took the loss hard as you can see post fight. However Borics came from tough beginnings. Born and raised in a small village in Hungary. Borics should never forget where he came from because that what got him to fighting for the #2 MMA organization in the world.

Trains at one of the best MMA Gyms in the world, Sanford MMA( Formely Hardknocks 365). Coached by Henri Hooft, Trains with Kamaru Usman, Vicente Luque, Michael Johnson, Martin Nguyen. Learning from these talented fighters, Current Champions and future champions in different MMA organizations.

Listening to their advice about dealing with losses and adversity. He’ll be back looking better than ever. Fighting against tough fighters like Henry Corrales, Daniel Straus and Leandro Higo.

Adam Borics was labeled as the dark horse of the Bellator Featherweight Grand Prix for a reason but got outclassed by a former Bellator Bantamweight Champion.

Borics still has the potential to become a Bellator Featherweight Champion, Maybe the loss is what he needed to not be over confident in himself because he trains like a savage. Sacrifice everything in his life to train for his upcoming fights.

The loss can be a win as well, Borics can now make a run for the Bellator Featherweight Title. Winning streak against top Bellator Featherweights and challenge for the title in the next couple years!!

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Bright Future for Joe Solecki

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Joe Solecki signed with the UFC after a win on the Dana White Contender Series after a first round finish. Solecki was a top Lightweight Prospect in the Northeast, Fighting in the CFFC and Ring of Combat. Defeated Matt Wiman, UFC fighter since 2006. Dominant victory over Wiman.

“It doesn’t matter to be honest. I’m ready to go right now if they call. I’ll be ready, doesn’t matter the opponent or the place. My goal is to be the best fighter I can be and show the world my skills.”

https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2019/12/joe-solecki-felt-like-veteran-fighter-dominant-ufc-on-espn-7-dc-win-video

Joe Solecki wants to fight in these upcoming events in May, June, July. Fighting on the prelims with impressive victories. Fighting out his contract in 2020 with two more wins.

Fighting guys like John Makdessi, Frank Camacho, Bobby Green. Rewarded performance of the night bonuses to provide with his family, Future house, Paying for his kids college.

Hopefully Sean Shelby and Mick Maynard schedule bout for Joe Solecki this spring, Solecki becoming another success from the Dana White Contender Series and a success from New Jersey.

Looking forward to Solecki’s 2020 season and his Lightweight future with the UFC.

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Bright Future for 23 Year Old Youssef Zalal

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Youssef Zalal signed with the UFC at 22 years old, Zalal is one of the youngest fighters on the UFC roster. Defeated another UFC Lightweight prospect making his UFC debut Austin Lingo. Moroccan Devil at 23 years old will have a promising career in the UFC. Bright future ahead of him!!

Zalal is one of the few Moroccans on the UFC roster and looking to push MMA forward in his homeland of Morocco. Zalal is the perfect Moroccan fighter to represent Morocco. Youth can look up to him, Inspired by his story of being bullied and his brother passing away at a young age.

“It means the world to me to represent my country,” Zalal told MMA Junkie. “This is what I dreamt about, and now it’s a reality. Oh man, I had a ton of Moroccans text me and supporting me. Definitely I see the UFC coming to Morocco in the future.”

https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/04/youssef-zalal-sees-ufc-coming-to-morocco

“It doesn’t matter to be honest. I’m ready to go right now if they call. I’ll be ready, doesn’t matter the opponent or the place. My goal is to be the best fighter I can be and show the world my skills.”

Zalal advances his skills, Becomes a better fighter at Factory X. Rising MMA Gym in Colorado. Trains with Ian Heinisch, Devonte Smith. Continues to train during this tough time, Working on his striking, Errors in his fighting he’ll look even better in his upcoming fights.

Fight against Lingo was moving at a fast pace, Similar to Dominick Cruz.

UFC had three events in Jacksonville since Dana White is a complete savage. In June, July or August we can see Youseff Zalal’s second fight with the UFC.

Youseff Zalal hopefully fights two more times in 2020 but has a bright bright future in the UFC, Looking forward to seeing Youseff Zalal career in the years to come. Impressive to watch against Austin Lingo.






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Machida vs Tokov Fight that Places Anatoly Tokov on the Map

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Anatoly Tokov is a sleeper Bellator Middleweight 5-0 with Bellator. Former ACB Middleweight Champion. 30 years old, Crazily strong as a Middleweight with some heavy hands, Dangerous submission game. Tokov is a top 5 Bellator Middleweight just needs significant win to make him more well known.

Lyoto Machida, Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Legendary fighter whose been fighting since 2003. Fought on several UFC PPV’s. Machida fought all the great Light Heavyweights, Middleweights and can add Anatoly Tokov to his list.

Tokov vs Machida can happen in 2020 when Bellator returns during the summer or fall of 2020.

Win over Lyoto Machida will help Tokov’s career moving forward as he becomes a contender for the Bellator Middleweight Title. Helps him more being talked about as one of the best Middleweights in the world, Conversations about Tokov on the Joe Rogan podcast, Below the Belt, Chael Sonnen. Luke Thomas and Ariel Helwani.

Sets up a fight between the winner of Lima vs Mousasi. Challenging for the Bellator Middleweight Title next.

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Dominick Reyes vs Jan Blachowicz Interim Light Heavyweight Title Fight

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Top of the Light Heavyweight Division is caught up because of Jon Jones deciding to fight Francis Ngannou. Calling him out in twitter. Looking for bigger challenges.

Since we have no clue with Jon Jones is deciding to do time to schedule a fight Dominick Reyes vs Jan Blachowicz for the Interim Light Heavyweight title

Dominick Reyes gave everything he had against Jon Jones. Controversial loss but Dominick Reyes impressed the hell out of a lot of fans including myself. Three rounds pushing Jon Jones forward, Bet Jon Jones underestimated his talent.

30 years old in the prime of his fighting career will only get better as time goes on. Training at Cobra Kai, Coached by Joe Stevenson

Jan Blachowicz three fight winning streak, Knocking out Corey Anderson in the 1st round, Head Kick knock out over Luke Rockhold and split decision win over Jacare Souza. Jan deserves a title fight but because of the lack of popularity, Interest maybe Jon Jones didn’t desire the fight.

Dominick Reyes vs Jan Blachowicz UFC Interim Light Heavyweight Title Fight in the Summer of 2020 at Fight Island. No more confusion, Questions of Dom Reyes rematch or Jon Jones defends his title against Blachowicz.

“I think he’s a fantastic fighter,” Reyes said. “I think he’s one of the most technical guys in the division. I think he has some really good power. I think he’s just a technical beast and he has a lot of experience to where he’s wise with his technical ability. I’ve been wanting to fight Jan since I beat Jared Cannonier.

https://www.mmafighting.com/2020/4/25/21235231/dominick-reyes-intrigued-by-jan-blachowicz-matchup-future-of-light-heavyweight-division
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One Championship Future Signing?

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One Championship aggressive signings such as Eddie Alvarez, Ben Askren, Bibiano Fernandes. Chatri Sityodtong looking to compete with UFC and Bellator, The free agent signings definitely helps grow One Championship. Chatri signing 2019 PFL Light Heavyweight Champion Emiliano Sordi.

Sordi won the PFL Light Heavyweight Tournament, Defeating Jordan Johnson in the PFL Light Heavyweight Final. In the 2019 PFL season defeating his opponents by first round.

Since he’s the former PFL Light Heavyweight Champion, Emiliano Sordi is one of the hottest Light Heavyweights on the market. The 2020 PFL season is suspended maybe Emiliano Sordi can take his talents to ONE Championship.

One Championship has few Light Heavyweights such as Aung La Nsang, Vitor Belfort, Alexandre Machado and few others. Aung La Nsang is the One Championship Light Heavyweight Champion needs to defend his titles, Building his legacy at One Championship.

Chatri signing Emiliano Sordi and getting a title shot. Sordi vs Aung La Nsang be a great fight to watch!!

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KSW Soldic vs Bellator Koreshkov

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Cross Promotions starting now with Bellator/Rizin. Kyoji Horiguchi defeating Darrion Caldwell, Tofiq Musaev defeating Patricio Pitbull. Bellator and the #1 European MMA Promotion KSW should start cross promotion events in 2020 or 2021. Bringing more eyes to the KSW promotion.

KSW has a stable of fighters who can beat UFC and Bellator fighters. Roberto Soldic KSW Welterweight Champion is a fighter hardcore fans recognize but not the general public.

Soldic fighting former Bellator Welterweight Champion Andrey Koreshkov has wins over Douglas Lima, Benson Henderson and Lyman Good.

Koreshkov can travel to Poland and challenge Roberto Soldic for the KSW Welterweight Title. Soldic vs Koreshkov can sell out an arena in Poland under 24 hours. Top MMA sites will be covering this KSW Welterweight Title fight. Positive Joe Rogan, Brendan Schaub, Chael Sonnen, Ariel Helwani will be talking about it.

KSW vs Bellaor Cross Promotion event with Roberto Soldic defending his title against Andrey Koreshkov be a exciting fight to watch.

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Paul Capaldo CFFC Future Bantamweight Champion

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Paul Capaldo 4-0 at 23 years old trains at Nick Catone MMA & Fitness. Coached by former UFC fighter Nick Catone, Sean Seantella BJJ coach. Capaldo upcoming fight was against John Sweeney but that fight would be cancelled.

John Sweeney Ring of Combat Bantamweight title challenger lost to Phil Caracappa. 6-2 record.

Sweeney vs Capaldo expect to be a CFFC Bantamweight contender fight. Once the virus is over I hope the CFFC Promoter and the matchmakers can schedule this fight in the summer of 2020 or fall of 2020.

Capaldo with a win over Sweeney places him as the #2 CFFC Bantamweight contender.

What makes Capaldo even more intriguing is the team supporting him. Training at Nick Catone MMA, Capaldo has an embarrassingly stacked list of training partners, including Eddie Alvarez, Lance Palmer, Frankie Edgar, Marlon Moraes, and Aaron Pico. Further, as the New Jersey-based gym has become home to traveling Russian fighters, Capaldo has worked more closely with the likes of Zabit Magomedsharipov and Said Nurmagomedov, and often spends time in Dagestan training at DagFighter.

Capaldo can begin 2020 with CFFC by fighting Alexander Keshtov(Former CFFC Bantamweight Champion) 9-1 record. Be the toughest fight of his life but with a win against a former CFFC Bantamweight Champion he can challenge Herbeth Sousa( CFFC Bantamweight Champion) for the CFFC Bantamweight title.

Training with Zabit, Moraes, Frankie Edgar, Eddie Alvarez and being coached by Nick Catone can lead Capaldo to being a CFFC Bantamweight Champion.

Impressive win for Capaldo and no doubt in 2021 offered to fight on the Dana White Contender Series.

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Arnold Allen vs Sodiq Yusuff Summer at Fight Island

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Arnold Allen #11 Featherweight was going to fight Josh Emmett but Emmett will fight Shane Burgos now. Arnold Allen is left in the dust as he’s a rising UFC Featherweight but I suggest he fights another rising Featherweight Super Sodiq Yusuff.

Sodiq Yusuff a success from the Dana White Contender Series. Impressive performance against Andre Fili, Team Alpha Male fighter. Yusuff needs a fight as well.

Arnold Allen vs Sodiq Yusuff bout of rising UFC Featherweights be a interesting fighter to watch. Scheduled in the summer at “Fight Island” as a featuring prelim or a Main Card slot fight.

Both fighters have the potential to become UFC Featherweight Champions. Definitely a fight to schedule and this fight will happen least one more time after 2020.

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Kai Kara France Future UFC Flyweight Champion

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Kai Kara France #7th Flyweight in the UFC. Kai trains at the Gym of the Year City Kickboxing, Head Coach Eugune Bareman. Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, Dan Hooker train there as well!! Training with these champions and potential champions only make you better.

Kai Kara France even as a flyweight has some pop in his hands, Pushing back Tyson Nam. Outpointed Tyson Nam through out the fight but needs to be more aggressive, Work on his takedown defense and get some finishes in his next fights.

However with the constructive criticism you see the Flyweight Champion potential in 2020 or 2021.

Israel Adesanya talks about fighting Paulo Costa on Fight Island, Bringing his teammates with him.

“Definitely, I want Costa next. He’s the right guy I think.”

And if Adesanya does secure a date on Fight Island, he doesn’t want to travel alone because he says it makes sense to have several of his City Kickboxing teammates on the card.

“100 per cent. That’s how it should be happening if we’re going to have our coaches there anyway. It makes sense to have multiple fighters on the card.” https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/combat-sports/300018169/ufc-israel-adesanya-1000-per-cent-keen-to-fight-on-dana-whites-fight-island-possibly-as-soon-as-august

Kai Kara France 2020 and 2021

Summer of 2020 we can see Kai Kara France perform at Fight Island in a main card, Featuring prelim slot against tough Brazilian flyweight Jussier Formiga. Rematch against Brandon Moreno.

Impressive win against a top ten UFC Flyweight, Finishing by a sequence of fast punches or a submission win will definitely help Kai Kara France long term.

Ending 2020 as a Flyweight Title Challenger. More notoriety with a performance of the night in front of millions of fighters at home.

Depending what happens with Joseph Benavidez vs Figueiredo. Cody Garbrandt moving down to the flyweight division. Kai Kara France can begin 2021 challenging for the title or be a #2 Flyweight.

Kai Kara France vs Manel Kape( Rizin Bantamweight Champion), Fighting the #1 Flyweight to begin 2021.

Second fight with a win can be the title challenger and get the Flyweight title wrapped around his waist from Dana White. Becoming the third City Kickboxing UFC champion.

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Jamie Siraj Next Canada Fighter Signed with UFC

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George St Pierre, Rory MacDonald, Patrick Cote, Hakeem Dawodu top talent from Canada and signing with UFC. Next fighter from Canada to sign with the UFC is Jami Siraj.

Jamie Siraj

Jamie Siraj 8-2 Featherweight Prospect from Canada. Former Bantamweight Champion for Unified MMA. Siraj goal is to become a Rise FC Featherweight Champion and impress the UFC with a impressive Featherweight title victory.

Siraj upcoming fight was going to be against Rise FC Flyweight, Bantamweight Champion Chad Anheliger at Rise FC 6 but the coronavirus postponed it.

Chad Anheliger vs Jamie Siraj be a great regional fight to watch once the Rise FC promotion returns to Vancouver. Siraj moving down to Bantamweight to defeat Chad for the Rise FC Bantamweight Title. Defeating Chad in the first round.

Jamie Siraj if a win against a Rise FC Bantamweight Champion doesn’t impress Sean Shelby or Mick Maynard, Siraj should take his talents to TKO. TKO events are on UFC Fight Pass, #1 Canada MMA Organization.

Siraj winning the TKO Featherweight or the TKO Bantamweight Title against top prospects in incredible fashion there’s no way in hell Siraj doesn’t get offered a UFC contract.