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#7 The Prelims: UFC Fight Pass card

The exciting Andre Ewell will compete on the Fight Pass prelims this weekend

UFC Fight Pass will see three fights this weekend; all three at Bantamweight. Firstly, Miles Johns faces Mario Bautista in what should be an excellent, hard-hitting clash. I like Johns’ more aggressive, athletic style to pull him through but it’ll be close. Call it a split decision for Johns.

Next, Journey Newson faces Domingo Pilarte. Again, it’s a close one to call. Both men have similar records, and both are coming off losses to more experienced fighters. It’s a tough one to pick to be honest but I like Pilarte to edge out a decision.

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Finally, Andre Ewell faces Jonathan Martinez in what should be another fun fight. Martinez is tremendously athletic, and has a lot of potential due to his sheer wild aggression, but Ewell is a great wrestler, hits hard and is extremely durable. He’s also got far more experience, having beaten former UFC champ Renan Barao. I like Ewell to win this one in the stretch – probably with a submission.

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