Chan Sung Jung

Angelo is confident Holloway will win, citing his striking volume, pressure, takedown defense, and championship experience. He notes that Holloway is an 8-to-1 favorite but he won't bet that price. He expects Holloway to dominate the striking exchanges and defend takedowns, potentially setting up another title shot.

Big Brady sees no clear path to victory for the Korean Zombie, as Holloway has superior volume, takedown defense, and durability. He notes that Zombie has looked bad in recent fights, taking significant damage against Volkanovski and Ortega. He expects Holloway to overwhelm Zombie with strikes, leading to a late-round knockout or corner stoppage.

Cody sees Holloway as a clear winner due to his legendary durability and volume striking. He notes that Holloway's speed and output will overwhelm the Korean Zombie, who is on a retirement fight and has shown decline. Cody expects Holloway to win by decision but also considers late-round finishes possible. He mentions using Holloway as a parlay anchor but warns that the minus 800 price is steep.

Daniel picks Max Holloway, citing his insane volume and output over five rounds. He notes that Holloway's path to victory is clear through sheer strike volume, while the Korean Zombie's only chance is a counter-striking power approach. He mentions that Zombie is 36 and coming off a brutal beating from Volkanovski, and that Holloway is the younger, more durable fighter. He expects a decision win for Holloway.

James is confident Max Holloway wins, believing he can finish the Korean Zombie whenever he wants. He notes Zombie hasn't looked good recently and that Holloway's volume and leg kicks will be too much. He considers Holloway by KO at -145 but passes due to the possibility of a decision or friendly fight. He thinks Holloway could finish early or late.

The host emphasizes Holloway's durability, cardio, and volume striking, and believes he will pressure the Korean Zombie and win a decision. He notes that Holloway is only 31 and has a lot to prove. The host mentions the over/under was steamed to over 2.5 and expects the fight to go the distance. He likes the Holloway by decision prop at +165.

Paul agrees Holloway wins but notes he's slowing down and more vulnerable than in the past. He points out that Holloway has taken significant damage in recent fights and may not be the same fighter, but the Korean Zombie is at the end of his career and lacks the tools to exploit that. Paul expects Holloway to win by decision or late finish, but warns that the price is too high for a straight bet.

Angelo confidently picks Alexander Volkanovski by unanimous decision. He cites Volkanovski's work ethic, pace, striking volume, and takedowns as too much for the Korean Zombie. He notes Zombie's durability and power but believes Volkanovski cruises. He calls it an easy parlay piece.

Big Brady picks Alexander Volkanovski to win by dominant decision, likely 50-45. He notes Volkanovski's volume striking, takedown defense, and chin are elite. The Korean Zombie looked washed against Ortega and his only path is a knockout, but Volkanovski has never been knocked out. Brady sees no path to victory for Zombie and expects Volkanovski to outwork him everywhere.

Cody picks Volkanovski to win, noting his complete MMA game, striking, wrestling, and ability to escape dangerous submissions. He is interested in the under 4.5 rounds because Volkanovski said he'd finish within three rounds and the Korean Zombie has been compromised before. Cody acknowledges the steep -760 price but still sees Volkanovski as a solid parlay piece.

Levi praises Volkanovski's elite feinting game, calf kicks, and ability to mix takedowns. He respects the Korean Zombie's toughness and exciting style, but believes Volk is the far superior fighter. He thinks Volk will use feints to set up takedowns and land big shots, possibly finishing the fight. He acknowledges the Korean Zombie has the best chance among underdogs but still picks Volk.

I think Volkanovski is the more complete fighter and will win, but he is hittable and Korean Zombie has power. I see Volkanovski dragging the fight to the ground to be safe and winning a decision. I would not parlay him at -800; the value is on Jung. I'll play Volkanovski by decision at -150.

Paul is confident in Volkanovski's moneyline, calling him championship material with no big red flags. He highlights Volkanovski's cardio, chin, wrestling, striking, and high ring IQ, noting he can change game plans like in the Holloway rematch. Paul also likes the under 4.5 rounds and fight doesn't go the distance, believing the Korean Zombie can't sustain the beating for 25 minutes. He picks Volkanovski by TKO inside the distance.

Angelo picks Dan Ige, citing his speed, power, and technical boxing. He thinks Ige can finish Jung or win a decision. He placed a bet on Ige to win inside the distance with decision no action, believing Jung's chin is vulnerable. He acknowledges recency bias but thinks Ige is the better fighter.

Big Brady gives Jung one more chance, citing his superior level of competition (Aldo, Ortega, Poirier) and a camp change to Fight Ready. He is concerned about Jung's poor performance against Ortega but thinks if Jung shows up like he did against Edgar, he wins. He predicts a decision win.

Cody picks Dan Ige, citing Ige's youth, athleticism, fast hands, and legitimate power. He notes Ige's durability and improvements, while questioning Korean Zombie's age (34), accumulated damage, and regression shown in the Ortega fight. He acknowledges Ige's limitations from the Kattar fight but believes Ige's style and momentum will carry him.

Daniel Levi leans toward Dan Ige based on Ige's recent momentum, hunger, and the concerning interview from Zombie where he seemed to be making excuses for a potential loss. He notes that Zombie has historically bounced back from losses, but the mental state and the fact that Ige is younger and more active give Ige the edge. However, he is not confident and acknowledges Zombie's ability to surprise.

Jacob picks Dan Ige, predicting he will dominate and possibly finish Jung. He thinks Ige is a future title contender and that Jung relies too much on toughness. He has both fighters in his lineup but believes Ige will win. He likes the over on strikes for both in a five-round fight.

The host picks Dan Ige, citing his speed, power, and blitzing attacks as key against the Korean Zombie, who he believes is deteriorating. He notes Ige's black belt in jiu-jitsu and durability, and expects Ige to land big shots and possibly finish Jung. He predicts a third-round knockout, as Jung's chin may be compromised. He mentions Jung's underwhelming performance against Ortega and that Ige's power is a threat. He likes the under 4.5 rounds and Ige by KO at +380.

Paul agrees with Cody on Dan Ige, noting Ige's performance against Kattar was close and that Ige gained valuable five-round experience. He mentions Ige's quick finish of Gavin Tucker and Korean Zombie's poor showing against Ortega, where he looked lost. Paul plans to bet Ige after the podcast.

Big Brady picks the Korean Zombie due to his superior striking defense and output, Ortega's poor striking defense (absorbs 7.36 strikes per minute), and the two-year layoff for Ortega. He believes the fight will stay standing because Ortega lacks wrestling to get takedowns, and Jung's takedown defense is excellent. He predicts a late stoppage (4th or 5th round).