I don't even know where really to start with this whole thing...
First off, why on Earth would you put a relatively stacked free card on FX, then follow it up with Franklin vs Wand 2 on PPV??? Really, Zuffa? Really?
I want to see those two bang like any other long time MMA fan, but do they bring enough PPV power to what is currently a 4 fight card? My answer is a resounding "no."
Both fighters, while they are respectively legends in the UFC and MMA, are past their prime. I wouldn't consider either a top contender at this point, and although I know Franklin has worked hard to re-establish himself in the 205Lb division, I think it's too little, too late for these guys. I hope for the sake of the card that Zuffa has some heavy hitters hiding up their sleeves. Otherwise, this card so far looks like an "I'll pass" on the PPV list.
With that being said, let's take a look at the UFC on FX card:
Stone v. Rivera - Stone looks to be the more well rounded fighter with slightly more experience. Rivera's nickname is "Cisco"... Stone by unanimous decision.
Miller v. Funch - Two ridiculously tough guys, both with equally impressive wrestling. This could easily be a contender for fight of the night. I'm going to go with Funch via UD.
Brown v. Ramos - Two more very tough, durable guys. Brown hasn't looked like himself on his last few outings, and Ramos may look to test his chin, and his resolve. I want to go with Brown, but my gut is telling me Ramos by TKO.
Catone v. Camozzi - Catone is riding a 2 fight win streak and has the momentum certainly on his side. With Camozzi losing 2 of his last 3, can he grind his way back to the winner's circle? It's going to be a hard, fast fight, and I think Catone is going to overwhelm Camozzi. Catone by TKO.
Siler v. Gambino - With both of Siler's UFC appearances wins, he's going to give Gambino a very warm welcome to the octagon. Sure, Gambino is 9-0, but this is the big leagues, baby. Siler by Submission.
Nijem v. Keith - At a perfect 8-0, Keith will have to throw everything he's got at Nijem. I see this one turning out to be a great grappling match with Nijem stealing the show. Nijem by UD
Hioki v. Lamas - Look for Hioki to use his superior takedown ability to control Lamas throughout the fight. It's going to be a grinder. Hioki by UD.
Pearson v. Swanson - Another great contender for fight of the night honors. Look for this one to stay standing until Pearson gets a few good licks in. I expect Swanson to try to take this to the ground fairly early and utilize his superior wrestling. Either way, it'll be a win/win fir the crowd. Pearson by TKO.
Ebersole v. Waldberger - A wrestler and a submission specialist... This one may very well stay on it's feet for the duration. Something deep in my gut says this one ends very quickly. Ebersole by KO.
Stout v. Fisher - I could watch these two go at it every weekend for the rest of my life, and never walk away bored. These two have the best shot at fight of the night in my opinion, and it's going to be nothing short of 15 minutes of fireworks. I expect Fisher to come out with the win by UD, but both will have equally swollen faces.
Maynard v. Guida - This is going to be an epic battle of well condition, stupid fast paced wrestlers. It's going to come down to hands, and I think Guida has the better striking. Whoever wins this match up will get a well deserved win, and in all honesty, it's tough to call this one. I'm going to go for the long shot and say Guida by SD.
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