Dakota Bush

Angelo picks Borshchev despite acknowledging the odds are too wide. He highlights Borshchev's world-class striking from his kickboxing background and notes that training at Team Alpha Male should improve his wrestling. He worries about Borshchev's untested cardio and takedown defense but believes his striking advantage is decisive.

Big Brady acknowledges Borshchev's striking is elite but worries about his takedown defense, as he has been taken down frequently. He expects Bush to get takedowns but believes Borshchev's get-up game and cardio will allow him to win rounds on the feet. He predicts a decision win for Borshchev, though he notes the line has flipped and Bush could be a live dog.

Cody picks Borshchev, agreeing with Paul. He notes Bush's cardio issues and Borshchev's power. He expects Borshchev to win by TKO as Bush fades. He mentions Borshchev is limited but this is a favorable matchup.

Daniel Levi picks Dakota Bush in the upset. He criticizes Borshchev's speed and athleticism, calling him slow and not a top-notch Russian prospect. Levi notes Bush's agility and that he had a full camp after taking the Hubbard fight on short notice. He believes the line should be closer to a pick'em and that Bush can overwhelm Borshchev with pace. However, he admits neither fighter impressed him much.

The host is impressed with Borshchev's striking combinations and takedown defense, expecting him to stuff Bush's wrestling and keep the fight standing. He notes Bush's takedowns are not strong enough to hold Borshchev down, and Borshchev's relentless pressure and volume will lead to a finish. The host predicts a knockout in the first or second round, as Borshchev's technical striking and heat behind his shots will overwhelm Bush.

Paul picks Borshchev, noting his power striking and ability to get back up from takedowns. He expects Bush to gas after the first round, leaving him vulnerable to Borshchev's power. He mentions Borshchev's training at Team Alpha Male prepares him for wrestlers.

Big Brady picks Austin Hubbard to win by decision. He notes that Bush is coming in on short notice and that Hubbard has faced tough grapplers throughout his UFC career, which should prepare him for Bush's wrestling. He believes Hubbard has superior cardio and toughness, and can survive Bush's early storm. He expects Hubbard to take over in rounds 2 and 3, possibly with a late finish. He is not surprised by the close odds but thinks Hubbard should be a bigger favorite.

Cody thinks Hubbard has proven cardio and the ability to break down wrestlers. He notes that Bush is taking the fight on short notice and is not as good a wrestler as Hubbard's previous opponents. He expects Hubbard to stuff takedowns, pressure Bush, and win by decision or late finish. He is confident in Hubbard.

Daniel Levi picks Dakota Bush for the upset, citing his power and momentum. He notes that Bush is taking the fight on short notice, which is a concern, but believes Bush is the more dangerous fighter and could steamroll Hubbard early. Levi mentions that Hubbard is average and has not shown much, while Bush has fought real competition. He thinks the line should be closer and that Bush has a good chance if he is in shape.

Manpreet leans toward Bush by decision, citing his college wrestling background and Hubbard's history of struggling against grapplers. He believes Bush will take Hubbard down repeatedly and control the fight on the ground, despite coming in on short notice. He notes that Hubbard's takedown defense has been poor against wrestlers and that Bush has never been finished.