UFC Fight Night 124: Stephens vs. Choi

#Preliminary Card (UFC Fight Pass)

#1 Kalindra Faria vs. Jessica Eye

Jessica Eye looks to make an impact in the UFC Flyweight Division

Jessica Eye has good boxing and decent grappling skills, however, she’s known to fall victim to her mental block. In fact, she’s opened up on her psychological problems owing to an abusive childhood and resultant self-confidence issues that she experiences inside the Octagon.

Eye is the more skilled fighter of the two, and should her mental game be on point, she could very well finish Faria on the feet. Nevertheless, Faria is a tough fighter herself, and with this fight probably going the distance, look for the judges to award this fight to Eye.

Prediction: Jessica Eye def. Kalindra Faria via Decision

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#2 Danielle Taylor vs. JJ Aldrich

Danielle Taylor has speed and excellent boxing on her side, with a noticeable size disadvantage.

On the other hand, JJ Aldrich is a decent all-round MMA fighter. Expect this fight to play out on the feet, with Taylor using movement and her rhythm to a T.

Taylor may be undersized in most of her matches, however, she possesses a good understanding of timing and distance. Look for the judges to score this fight in favor of Danielle Taylor.

Prediction: Danielle Taylor def. JJ Aldrich via Decision

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#3 Mike Santiago vs. Mads Burnell

Mike Santiago and Mads Burnell are quite evenly matched. Considering that, this fight has a ton of potential to have the fans on their feet.

While both combatants aren’t exactly defensive savants, expect Santiago to pick his shots in the early going. This one could very well turn into an all-out brawl midway through Round 2.

Provided that neither gets chin-checked until the final buzzer goes off, expect Santiago to pull more successful offense.

Prediction: Mike Santiago def. Mads Burnell via Decision

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#4 Kyung Ho Kang vs. Guido Cannetti

Kyung Ho Kang is a good striker with decent grappling.

Now, while Cannetti isn’t exactly a world-beater, he could use Kang’s reckless intent during the standup exchanges to his advantage. Regardless, this fight is likely to play out at long range, with Kang walking away with the victor, albeit by a small margin.

Prediction: Kyung Ho Kang def. Guido Cannetti via Decision