UFC on FOX: Emmett vs Stephens (Preview and Predictions)

#2 Jessica Andrade vs Tecia Torres

Jessica Andrade could very well be fighting the winner of the upcoming Rose Namajunas vs. Joanna Jedrzejczyk Straw-weight title rematch.

Andrade is one of the division’s most dangerous fighters, and could possibly finish Torres on the ground after catching the latter with a stinging hook on the feet. However, Torres is tough as nails and is crafty enough to survive until the very end.

Andrade is likely to out-strike and out-grapple Torres en route to a clear-cut decision victory.

Prediction: Jessica Andrade def. Tecia Torres via Decision

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#3 Ovince Saint Preux vs Ilir Latifi

Saint Preux has put in considerable work on his defensive striking after getting knocked out by Jimi Manuwa.

Couple that with his excellent counter-striking and Latifi’s tendency to rush forward, it spells disaster for the latter. Saint Preux is likely to catch Latifi while the latter wades into range in a straight line—finishing Latifi with a crisp left hook.

Prediction: Ovince Saint Preux def. Ilir Latifi via KO

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#4 Mike Perry vs Max Griffin

Mike Perry is one of the best offensive strikers in the UFC Welterweight division today.

However, Perry’s defensive striking may need some work, as evidenced by his loss to Santiago Ponzinibbio. Regardless, in this matchup, Perry is likely to have an advantage in both the offensive & defensive aspects of striking.

Expect Perry to tag his foe with the right cross in the early going; following which, Perry will look to change it up with an overhand right and left hook for a knockout victory.

Prediction: Mike Perry def. Max Griffin via KO