UFC 230 Predictions - 'Cormier vs. Lewis' Full Card Predictions

UFC 230 is here and with WWE Crown Jewel now over, many fans are asking the million dollar question. "Will Brock Lesnar Be At UFC 230?"

Well, that's a good question, and will be answered only at the event itself. Till that point, we have to focus on the event and on the fighters actually confirmed and participating in the event itself.

[Also Read: Will Brock Lesnar be at UFC 230 or not?]

Daniel Cormier takes on Derrick Lewis in a fight for the UFC Heavyweight Title but also partially about the Popeyes' Chicken sponsorship.

The co-main event is about the return and redemption of the once-great Chris Weidman, who is out to prove he still has it.

In this article, we will be talking about a few other things except that. We will be predicting each fight that is taking place on the card, including the Early Preliminary and Preliminary Cards. For the main cards, we will be going into details to take a look at the reasons for each prediction.

Without any further ado, let's take a look at what to expect from each fight.

Early Preliminary Card:

Matt Frevola vs. Lando Vannata - Predicted Winner: Matt Frevola

Shane Burgos vs. Kurt Holobaugh - Predicted Winner: Shane Burgos

Brian Kelleher vs. Montel Jackson - Predicted Winner: Brian Kelleher

Adam Wieczorek vs. Marcos Rogério de Lima - Predicted Winner: Adam Wieczorek

Preliminary Card:

Jason Knight vs. Jordan Rinaldi - Predicted Winner: Jason Knight

Sijara Eubanks vs. Roxanne Modafferi - Predicted Winner: Sijara Eubanks

Julio Arce vs. Sheymon Moraes - Predicted Winner: Sheymon Moraes

Ben Saunders vs. Lyman Good - Predicted Winner: Ben Saunders

The stacked Undercard only makes the main card even more attractive as it has some incredible fights on offer. With Israel Adesanya looking to pick up a win, Cormier looking to retain, and Weidman looking to make his way back into the books as a threatening fighter, the event is sure to be an excellent one. Let's take a look at the main card.

#5 Israel Adesanya vs. Derek Brunson:

One of the top fighters in the UFC at the moment, Israel Adesanya is still undefeated going into his fight against Derek Brunson, who suffered a loss in his last bout and will be looking to change that up with a win here.

He will have to work hard for that, however, as Adesanya is no pushover. Standing where he is now, it's unlikely that Adesanya can lose a fight right now even if he tries.

Predicted winner: Israel Adesanya.

#4 Karl Roberson vs. Jack Marshman:

Roberson is looking to better his record so far in the Octagon

Karl Roberson will be looking to put his last loss behind him when he meets Jack Marshman in the Octagon. Facing Jack Marshman, he will be hoping that his shaky Octagon run continues.

Both fighters specialise in finishing the match before a decision can be reached and there is no reason this fight will be any different.

Predicted Winner: Karl Roberson.

#3 David Branch vs. Jared Cannonier:

A contest which sees no one at an advantage apparently already has a fighter who is more likely to win than the other in Jared Cannonier. Cannonier is known for being a figure who takes on the most high profile opponents in his fights and this will be no different than any other fight.

He will be treating Branch, who is yet to make a decent impact in the UFC, like any other high profile opponent. His preparation and approach are always faultless and this should be no different.

Predicted Winner: Jared Cannonier.

#2 Chris Weidman vs. Jacare Souza:

If there has ever been one fighter who has always remained at the top of his game, it is Jacare Souza. Despite a few losses here and there, he has been a consistent fighter who has won several big fights.

This fight, however, is all about Chris Weidman and his journey back from redemption. Although he is not being able to face Rockhold, as he withdrew, Weidman will look to win this fight and get a big run for the UFC Middleweight Title.

Predicted Winner: Chris Weidman.

#1 Daniel Cormier vs. Derrick Lewis:

Daniel Cormier has been through it all. Throughout his life, he has faced every type of opponent and other than Jon Jones, he has come away with a win against each one. But never in his life has he faced someone like Derrick Lewis.

Although it appears that Lewis is not in the fight for the big win and getting the UFC Heavyweight Title, he would also not say no to it.

At this point, he will likely put up an excellent fight and give Daniel Cormier the biggest run for his money that he has had up to this point.

With that in mind, Daniel Cormier seems the obvious choice to win this fight. The champion is well trained and rested and ready for this fight. He will win to retain his title to possible face Brock Lesnar in the next defence.

Predicted Winner: Daniel Cormier.