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Bellator 295: Stots vs. Mix
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02.14.2023 | 2:27 PM ET
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Kai Kamaka III vs. Adli Edwards at 145 lbs (65.8 kg)
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Raufeon Stots vs. Patchy Mix at 135 lbs (61.2 kg)
bout announced
Yancy Medeiros vs. Charlie Leary at 165 lbs (74.8 kg)
02.15.2023 | 7:39 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 10 of 11 Winners, 5 Perfect, 625 Points | Tied for 5th with 4 others
Yancy Medeiros, DEC
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From Saturday, April 22 at 6:00pm ET to Saturday, April 22 at 7:00pm ET
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Ilima-Lei Macfarlane vs. Kana Watanabe at 125 lbs (56.7 kg)
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Davion Franklin vs. Kasim Aras at 265 lbs (120.2 kg)
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Bobby King vs. Aalon Cruz at 155 lbs (70.3 kg)
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Keoni Diggs vs. Weber Almeida at 145 lbs (65.8 kg)
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Sumiko Inaba vs. Veta Arteaga at 125 lbs (56.7 kg)
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Ray Borg vs. Kyoji Horiguchi at 125 lbs (56.7 kg)
03.11.2023 | 6:18 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 2 Perfect, 400 Points | Tied for 552nd
Raufeon Stots, DEC
Stots is so ******* good, his only loss was Merab Dvalishvili in 2017, he has been incredible at bellator, close fight that I favour Stots
Macfarlane vs. Watanabe
Kana Watanabe, DEC
You can't lose to Justine Kish
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Aaron Pico vs. Otto Rodrigues at 145 lbs (65.8 kg)
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Mads Burnell vs. Justin Gonzales at 145 lbs (65.8 kg)
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Ilara Joanne vs. Bruna Ellen at 125 lbs (56.7 kg)
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Alexey Shurkevich vs. Masayuki Kikuiri at 170 lbs (77.1 kg)
03.14.2023 | 9:27 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 2 Perfect, 400 Points | Tied for 552nd
Patchy Mix, SUB, R4
This is such an amazing fight. As high level as it gets for 135ers outside the ufc. Before their respective fights, I would’ve leaned stots to win, but now I think I lean patchy. He’s a gigantic bantamweight but more importantly, he’s found his home at XC and seems to be entering his prime, where stots is still amazing, but is getting older. I think the size difference and bjj is going to make the difference in this fight
Macfarlane vs. Watanabe
Kana Watanabe, DEC
Watanabe is very solid, ilima lei has one foot out the door. This is probably her retirement fight. I can’t pick her to beat somebody decent
Borg vs. Horiguchi
Kyoji Horiguchi, DEC
I wish ufc took borg back, but I guess they really didn’t want to deal with the pull outs. It’s a shame cuz he’s really talented but hey ending up in bellator isn’t too bad. That being said, borg trying to make flyweight in 2023 is funny. If he makes it to fight week, then this will be a good fight. However, kyoji is an elite flyweight, so he should make easy work of borg
Pico vs. Rodrigues
Aaron Pico, TKO, R1
I really like this fight. It’s not a gimmie fight for pico as his opponent is actually quite decent, but it’s a fight he should easily win. Really looking forward to this one
Kamaka III vs. Edwards
Kai Kamaka III, DEC
I’ve never been impressed with kamaka but he should win this. Adli edwards is not bad; he was brought in to lose against pico, but he is actually a very solid fighter. Wouldn’t mind if he beats Kai but I doubt he does
Medeiros vs. Leary
Yancy Medeiros, TKO, R2
Yancy is not good but any half decent ufc vet should be able to pound Leary. I mean he’s 40 and has double digit losses
Franklin vs. Aras
Davion Franklin, TKO, R1
I forgot aras was even signed to Bellator still. He’s technically undefeated, and has a high level wrestling background, but he has only fought cans. Franklin isn’t really that impressive to me but he should beat this guy
King vs. Cruz
Aalon Cruz, TKO, R1
Bobby king isn’t half bad, but I really do think Cruz should be able to ko a 40 y/o. Then again he was a pretty bad ufc fighter so who knows
Diggs vs. Almeida
Keoni Diggs, DEC
Idk much about either guy to really be confident, but it looks like grappler vs striker. Ik almeida has some sick striking, but he’s not really that good at mma
Inaba vs. Arteaga
Veta Arteaga, DEC
Inaba is hot but they’re running out of cans to give her. Artaega doesn’t have a good record, but she’s a significant step up compared to what Inaba has been facing. Time to see if she’s the real deal or not (I think not)
Burnell vs. Gonzales
Mads Burnell, DEC
I really thought burnell was the truth, and he put up a great showing against Borics, but then against carvalho he completely **** the bed and was dead tired after round 1. I remember Gonzales being incredibly boring, but being a very very talented wrestler
Joanne vs. Ellen
Ilara Joanne, DEC
Snoozer
Shurkevich vs. Kikuiri
Alexey Shurkevich, TKO, R1
Two really weird signings by Bellator. Not sure what either guy brings to the table for them
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03.15.2023 | 11:01 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 10 Winners, 3 Perfect, 455 Points | Tied for 270th
Patchy Mix, SUB, R3
Patchy is one of the best submission grapplers in MMA. Not just Bellator MMA. If Stots can cavoid the backpack and land some bombs early I see him winning, but Patchy has been looking very efficient this whole grand prix.
Macfarlane vs. Watanabe
Ilima-Lei Macfarlane, DEC
In hawaii I hope she does better than her last outing at home. But I think she edges out a split.
Borg vs. Horiguchi
Kyoji Horiguchi, TKO, R1
Happy to see Ray Borg fighting again after his unusual ufc career, and his trials outside the cage. But Horiguchi is fighting at his best weight class and I don't see Borg beating him anywhere.
Pico vs. Rodrigues
Aaron Pico, TKO, R1
Pico vs a guy who hasn't had more than two fights in over nearly 6 years? Leaning towards Pico. Feel bad that he can't get a ranked fight and when he does it blows up in Pico's face. But if he wins he should fight Borics or rematch Kennedy.
Kamaka III vs. Edwards
Kai Kamaka III, DEC
This fight seems kinda boring IMO. Aldi didn't get to show much against Pico, and Kai is a very chill fighter despite finishing in his last fight. I see Kamaka or Edwards getting a decision. But leaning towards Kai because he's been more active.
Medeiros vs. Leary
Yancy Medeiros, TKO, R1
Yancy blew the roof off the arena last year in Hawaii. Curious why he isn't fighting more often but I don't see him struggling in this fight and will likely get a highlight finish.
Franklin vs. Aras
Kasim Aras, TKO, R1
I tend to lean too heavy on wrestlers. Davion finishes his fights quick but I think Kasim will get the takedown and finish via GNP like he has before. \
King vs. Cruz
Aalon Cruz, TKO, R1
Bobby has been very up and down in Bellator since being signed. Aalon was a prospect coming out of the UFC but I think he just wasn't ready for the big lights. If Cruz can push early I think he can catch King. If not Bobby will use his patience to grind out another decision.
Diggs vs. Almeida
Weber Almeida, TKO, R3
I want to say the experience of Diggs will be the difference. But I think Weber is is just a step ahead and the striking is better. KO for Almeida
Inaba vs. Arteaga
Sumiko Inaba, DEC
A bit of a coin flip but gonna stick with Inaba because shes a bit younger and on a good streak. Arteaga has proven to be game as an underdog though. So I don't see a finish, but a close fight.
Burnell vs. Gonzales
Justin Gonzales, DEC
Two top ranked guys, wish it was on the main card. Mads on a two fight skid and Gonzales on a two fight win streak. Gonzales has great Fight IQ and knows how to mix his striking and his wrestling, but lately has been falling in love with his hands and leg kicks. Elevation advantage for Gonzales being in Colorado, he can stuff Mads shots thanks to his wrestling history, its going to be a Decision or a late finish for J-Train.
Joanne vs. Ellen
Ilara Joanne, DEC
Coin Flip, but for sure a decision. Just went with who has more experience. I think Bruna Ellen beat Ilima in her last fight but we will see how this goes.
Shurkevich vs. Kikuiri
Masayuki Kikuiri, TKO, R1
Tape on Alexy wasn't too reassuring. Someone is going to get KO'd in this fight, I'll take Kikuiri simply because his striking seems a bit more polished,
03.16.2023 | 7:45 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 4 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 290th
Raufeon Stots, DEC
Raufeon should be in the ufc
03.23.2023 | 9:15 PM ET
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03.23.2023 | 9:55 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 1 Perfect, 375 Points | Tied for 646th
Patchy Mix, SUB, R3
Really close fight, tough to say who wins but I’ll go with the guy who has more momentum imo
Pico vs. Rodrigues
Aaron Pico, TKO, R1
I really like Pico and his skills but I’m not sure if he’s gonna be champ or not. We’ll see, either way Otto is a tough fight
Franklin vs. Aras
Davion Franklin, TKO, R1
This fight is gonna be a slop fest
03.27.2023 | 1:35 PM ET
03.27.2023 | 4:12 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 4 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 290th
Sumiko Inaba, DEC
First test for inaba but i think she will pass
03.28.2023 | 9:57 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 1 of 3 Winners, 0 Perfect, 65 Points | Tied for 1141st
Patchy Mix, SUB, R1
stotts should be a 125er, not big enough to handle mix at this point in his career
04.01.2023 | 2:32 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 10 Winners, 5 Perfect, 475 Points | Tied for 233rd
Raufeon Stots, DEC
This is a decent card overall. Good main and co main, with Horiguchi vs Borg and solid fighters like Aaron Pico, Kamaka III and Yancy Medeiros.
Borg vs. Horiguchi
Kyoji Horiguchi, DEC
Good fight for a Bellator match up, but Horiguchi may be too talented for Borg.
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04.05.2023 | 5:13 PM ET
Predictions: 5 of 11 Winners, 3 Perfect, 325 Points | Tied for 831st
04.09.2023 | 8:03 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 4 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 290th
Bobby King, TKO, R2
King is underrated af
04.12.2023 | 4:50 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 4 of 10 Winners, 3 Perfect, 275 Points | Tied for 935th
Raufeon Stots, DEC
Tough fight to call, both these guys are amazing. Patchy has improved but his loss to Archuleta makes me think Stots can get it done.
Macfarlane vs. Watanabe
Kana Watanabe, DEC
I doubt she catches Ilima for a finish, but Kana is more dynamic and has looked much better lately.
Borg vs. Horiguchi
Kyoji Horiguchi, DEC
I'm glad Borg is back in North America and I'm glad Bellator is playing with a men's flyweight division.
Pico vs. Rodrigues
Aaron Pico, TKO
Otto has a good record but idk the guys that he's fought.
Kamaka III vs. Edwards
Kai Kamaka III, DEC
Adli seems good but I haven't seen enough from him yet.
Medeiros vs. Leary
Yancy Medeiros, DEC
Two tough lanky guys. I feel confident in Yancy here.
King vs. Cruz
Bobby King, DEC
King is really good, patient and well rounded. Just hasn't shown to be special enough to beat the top guys.
Inaba vs. Arteaga
Veta Arteaga, DEC
It's hard to pick Inaba because this is her first big test, but she has a fierce attitude in the cage so I'm optimistic about her.
Burnell vs. Gonzales
Justin Gonzales, DEC
Burnell is good but he plays too much at times and I think he lost the Sanchez fight. Not sure about this but I'm going with the better wrestler who has shown boxing improvements.
04.15.2023 | 4:33 AM ET
Predictions: 5 of 11 Winners, 3 Perfect, 325 Points | Tied for 831st
Since Macfarlane is fighting, let's put the most criminal fight up here.
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bout status update
Pico vs. Rodrigues Changed from Confirmed to Cancelled
bout announced
Aaron Pico vs. James Gonzalez at 145 lbs (65.8 kg)
04.15.2023 | 8:21 PM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 6 of 11 Winners, 2 Perfect, 365 Points | Tied for 701st
Aaron Pico, DEC
Pico is back. Must see action
04.16.2023 | 11:12 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 6 of 11 Winners, 3 Perfect, 375 Points | Tied for 660th
Aaron Pico, DEC
Is pico the most overrated MMA fighter? He's good but extremely over hyped
04.17.2023 | 9:13 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 10 of 11 Winners, 5 Perfect, 625 Points | Tied for 5th with 4 others
Aaron Pico, TKO, R1
it would be crazy if james pulled this off
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04.17.2023 | 9:46 AM ET
Predictions: 4 of 5 Winners, 3 Perfect, 275 Points | Tied for 935th
04.17.2023 | 11:43 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 11 Winners, 2 Perfect, 400 Points | Tied for 552nd
Aaron Pico, TKO, R2
Gonzalez isn’t half bad, but I’m really annoyed pico has to fight yet another outmatched opponent
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