Poliana Botelho

Angelo describes Karine Silva as a powerful grappler who constantly works for submissions, with all 14 wins by stoppage. Poliana Botelho is a creative striker but with poor fight IQ. Angelo believes Silva will take Botelho down and control her, similar to how Gillian Robertson won. He already placed a moneyline bet on Silva at -115.

Big Brady picks Karine Silva to win by first-round submission. He notes Silva has a 100% finish rate and is very dangerous on the ground with submissions like heel hooks and armbars. He points out that Botelho has been taken down and controlled by wrestlers like Calvillo and Robertson, and thinks Silva will get her to the mat and finish her. He warns that if the fight goes past the first round, Botelho could win due to Silva's cardio issues, but expects an early finish.

Cody provides a detailed analysis, highlighting Botelho's cardio and size issues, and Silva's composed performance against Qiu Yuyan. He believes Silva's striking, wrestling, and grappling are superior, and that she will win via decision or submission.

Daniel Levi picks Karine Silva, believing the line is too short and that Silva's aggression and finishing ability will overwhelm Botelho, who has a history of gassing. He compares Silva to Melissa Gatto and thinks she will get a finish, making the current price a value. He plans to bet Silva straight moneyline, not in a parlay.

Paul picks Silva, citing her size, strength, and recent improvements. He notes Botelho's struggles at flyweight and her lack of striking combinations. He thinks Silva can win on the feet or via grappling and likes the price.

Big Brady picks Poliana Botelho to win by decision. He notes that Botelho is better everywhere except in the clinch, where Carolina is dangerous. He believes Botelho can mix in takedowns and smother Carolina on top. Brady mentions that Carolina is hittable at range and has poor striking defense. He would have bet the opener at -185 but passes at -225.

Cody picks Poliana Botelho, noting that she is only 27 and training at American Top Team, which should lead to improvements. He points out that her losses are to top-level fighters like Jillian Robertson and Cynthia Calvillo, while Luana Carolina has shown poor strength and grappling. He mentions a video of Carolina struggling to do push-ups and being easily taken down by Ariane Lipski. He expects Botelho to have the grappling advantage and to take Carolina down and control her. However, he dislikes the -220 price tag.

Daniel Levi picks Luana Carolina to win, citing her volume striking and Botelho's poor cardio. He notes that Botelho tends to gas after the first round (the 'Nova' phenomenon) and that Carolina can outwork her down the stretch. Levi also mentions that Botelho's takedowns are a threat but believes Carolina can avoid them and win a decision.

The host picks Poliana Botelho by decision, expecting her heavier shots to outscore Carolina's volume. He notes Carolina's questionable cardio and poor grappling, and that Botelho has takedown ability. He also mentions a possible TKO at +650.

Paul agrees with Cody, stating that Botelho should get the job done. He notes that Carolina is a Muay Thai fighter with volume but lacks physical strength and grappling. He thinks Botelho's training with Colby Covington (though not directly) and at ATT will help her implement a game plan to take the fight to the ground. He expects Botelho to be a better version of herself and get the win, but again the price is too high to bet.

Big Brady picks Robertson to win by first-round submission, citing her excellent wrestling and top control, and Botelho's poor ground game. He notes Robertson's last nine fights have ended inside the distance, and she recently earned her black belt in BJJ. He is confident she will get the takedown and finish quickly.