UFC on ESPN: Eye vs. Calvillo

Daniel Levi slightly leans towards Cynthia Calvillo, emphasizing her opportunistic ground game and finishing ability. He notes that while Jessica Eye may have advantages in boxing and athleticism, Calvillo can capitalize on takedowns and ground control to steal rounds. Levi acknowledges his bias against Eye but believes Calvillo's cardio and opportunistic nature could edge her to a close decision or even a finish.

The MMA Guru picks Jessica Eye, citing her reach advantage, size, takedown defense, and superior boxing. He notes that Cynthia Calvillo is 32 and not a young talent, so he favors Eye's experience. He predicts a boring five-round unanimous decision with Eye winning every round.

Daniel Levi leans towards Marvin Vettori, citing his improved boxing, tough chin, and well-rounded game including clinch and jiu-jitsu. He acknowledges Karl Roberson's potential, knockout threat, and improving jiu-jitsu, but believes Vettori is the better overall fighter. Levi notes the line may be inflated due to the hotel incident and considers it a dog-or-pass situation, but still favors Vettori by tough decision.

The MMA Guru picks Marvin Vettori, noting that Karl Roberson botched a weight cut recently and was in critical condition, which increases Vettori's chances. He highlights Vettori's forward pressure and combination punching, while Roberson struggles moving backwards. He predicts Vettori will get a TKO finish in the third round.

The MMA Guru picks Charles Rosa, noting that he shouldn't be judged by his loss to Bryce Mitchell. He highlights Rosa's jiu-jitsu and striking, recalling that Rosa out-struck Shane Burgos in their fight. He believes Rosa will finish Aguilar by head kick, as Aguilar is coming off a KO loss and a short turnaround.

Daniel Levi is confident in Andre Fili, describing him as the best version of himself, in his prime, with a well-rounded game including long striking, a jab, head kick knockouts, and wrestling. He acknowledges Charles Jourdain's exciting style and toughness but believes Fili's experience and versatility will be too much. Levi warns that Jourdain throws low-percentage moves repeatedly, which could catch Fili if he's careless, but overall expects Fili to win via unanimous decision.

The MMA Guru picks Andre Fili, stating it's silly to go against him. He respects Fili's wrestling more than Desmond Green, who dominated Jourdain on the ground. He notes Fili's striking has come a long way and he's had time off since his last fight. He predicts Fili will win by unanimous decision, taking Jourdain down at the end of each round.

The MMA Guru picks Jordan Espinosa, citing his four-inch reach advantage at bantamweight. He notes that Mark De La Rosa is coming off a KO loss and a quick turnaround. He predicts Espinosa will catch De La Rosa on the chin and put him out cold in the first round by TKO.

The MMA Guru picks Mariya Agapova, calling her a phenom and the best female fighter out of Russia. He notes that Hannah Cifers steps in on short notice and walks forward headfirst, which will play into Agapova's slick combinations. He predicts Agapova will outclass Cifers on the feet and stuff takedowns, winning a decision.

Daniel Levi is confident in Merab Dvalishvili, calling him 'the Machine' and highlighting his relentless wrestling and takedown record. He notes that even wrestlers like Ricky Simon and Casey Kenney couldn't stop Merab's takedowns, and Gustavo Lopez is on short notice. Levi predicts Merab will finally get a finish, possibly setting a takedown record, and should be ranked higher.

The MMA Guru picks Merab Dvalishvili, highlighting his size, reach advantage, and strength. He notes that Merab has been training with Aljamain Sterling and is in shape. He believes Merab will drown Ray Borg on the ground for three rounds, as Borg is a grappler but Merab did better against common opponent Ricky Simone. He predicts a dominant decision or ground control.

The MMA Guru picks Julia Avila, stating that Gina Mazany is not very good at fighting and is taking the fight on short notice. He notes that Avila is the bigger girl at the weight class. He confidently predicts Avila will get the job done.

The MMA Guru picks Tyson Nam, noting that Ryan Benoit has struggled since returning from a three-year layoff, losing to Jorge Vasquez and Heili Alateng. He believes Nam is a bigger guy and will get the jump on Benoit. He acknowledges the odds are even but favors Nam.

Daniel Levi leans towards Anthony Ivy, citing his length, athleticism, and heavy top game. He notes that Christian Aguilera has a suspect chin and has been knocked out four times, but acknowledges Aguilera's experience and power. Levi believes Ivy has a higher ceiling and stylistic advantages, but the pick is a lean.

The MMA Guru picks Anthony Ivy, citing his better momentum and a six-fight win streak over respectable opponents. He notes that Christian Aguilera has been finished multiple times and relies on first-round KOs, but Ivy has a better chin and will weather the storm. He predicts Ivy will finish Aguilera by TKO in the second round.