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#2 John Makdessi(12-3) vs. Shane Campbell(11-2)
Makdessi’s three-fight win streak came to a halt after dropping a decision to Alan Patrick at UFC 169. A Muay Thai striker, Campbell makes his UFC debut after finishing his last three opponents by TKO. "Shaolin" has a major opportunity to make a statement to UFC's lightweight division. Fresh off three straight (technical) knockout finishes, you have to believe Campbell's confidence is sky high Campbell should have the edge tactically. Makdessi may be the “Bull,” but he’ll struggle to get inside Campbell’s range. Even if he does close distance, Campbell’s clinch game should provide the necessary counter.
It’s really a very close fight and Campbell is a great opponent and I have taken him to win this fight if this wouldn’t have been a short notice fight against a seasoned veteran like Makdessi in his home town. I won’t be surprised a bit if he pulls an upset here but I have to go with a more predictable outcome here.
Prediction: Makdessi wins via Decision.
