UFC 118 Prelims Prediction
UFC 118 is a few days away so let’s take a quick look at the prelims:
Spike TV Prelims
1) Nik Lentz vs. Andre Winner
Lentz has the wrestling advantage for sure coming out of Minnesota Martial Arts Academy. Winner will be the better striker, but his problems will be keeping the fight upright.
In the end, Lentz grinds to a decision.
Prediction: Lentz, Decision
2) Gabe Reudiger vs. Joe Lauzon
I’m pumped for this one as my maaaaain man Joe Lauzon makes his return to the Octagon to take on Gabe Reudiger who hasn’t fought in the UFC in four years. Unless you count his stint on TUF5 – which I’m sure Gabe tries to forget everyday.
Joe took a beating at the hands of Sam Stout in his last fight, but I am confident he will be much better in his second bout back after a year on the shelf due to injury. Gabe has won six in a row in the minor leagues, but he will not be able to handle Joe’s grappling in this one.
Prediction: Lauzon, submission, Rd. 2
By the way, this card has four TUF5 fighters (Lauzon, Reudiger, Maynard and Diaz) and one TUF5 coach (Penn). That might be a record for a PPV– though I am too lazy to research it.
Under card
3) Nick Osipczak vs. Greg Soto
Osipczak – though a complete dick – isn’t half bad. He gave Matt Riddle his only loss and took the highly touted Rick Story to a split decision.
I see the Brit outclassing Soto wherever the fight goes and eventually ending things with some dynamic striking and ground ‘n pound.
Prediction: Osipczak, TKO, Rd. 2
4) Dan Miller vs. John Salter
After 3 straight victories to start his UFC career, Miller has dropped a trio of fights. This is do or die time for the Dirty Jerz native. If he losses this one, the pink slip will be waiting in the locker room.
And you know what? I think Salter has got this.
These will be two similar styles, but Salter will get the better of what turns into an ugly kickboxing match to score the decision.
Prediction: Salter, Decision
5) Amilcar Alves vs. Mike Pierce
I really don’t know a lot about either guy, but Pierce put up a helluva fight against Jon Fitch in December and then beat Julio Paulino next time out.
So I’ll go with the American to use his wrestling to win the decision. Even though I think he may be the underdog according to Vegas.
Prediction: Pierce, Decision
Check back tomorrow for some new and improved main card picks.
Stay lucky,
Ken
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