Lone'er Kavanagh

AJ believes Lone'er Kavanagh will knock out Brandon Royval, calling it a statement performance. He likes Kavanagh KO at +240 and thinks it could happen early, with round one at +650. He dismisses Royval's chances, though notes a Royval KO is possible at +400.

AJ picks Lone'er Kavanagh, calling him his lock of the week. He believes Kavanagh gets an early KO, noting his KO on Contender Series was crazy. AJ acknowledges Royval's underdog potential but is confident in Kavanagh.

AJ picks Lone'er Kavanagh to win, praising his high-level Muay Thai, speed, and technical striking. He believes Kavanagh's educated pressure and combinations will outclass Royval, who is on a two-fight losing streak and coming off a knockout loss. He sees Kavanagh winning by decision or knockout, and notes Royval's best chance is a wild strike.

AJ mentions Royval's best days may be behind him and that Kavanagh could knock him out, but does not make a definitive pick. He suggests he'd rather believe in Kavanagh straight.

AJ picks Kavanagh to outclass Royval, emphasizing Kavanagh's technical striking, speed, and high fight IQ. He believes Kavanagh's clean combinations and body work will overwhelm Royval's chaotic style, and that Royval's recent KO loss raises durability concerns. AJ sees Kavanagh winning by decision or late stoppage.

AJ is confident in Lone'er Kavanagh, calling him a blue-chip prospect with technical striking and knockout power. He believes Kavanagh will knock out Brandon Royval, who may be past his prime after a bad loss. He notes Kavanagh's improved cardio and sees him as a showcase fighter.

Angelo picks Lone'er Kavanagh because he is a fast, clean, technical striker with good cardio, as shown in his five-round win over Brandon Moreno. He believes Kavanagh's speed and power will be too much for Royval, who can be wild and has been knocked out before. He notes that Royval has two hours of octagon time and is dangerous, but Kavanagh should win.

Angelo believes Kavanagh's speed and footwork will be the difference. He thinks Royval is less technical and will struggle to swarm Kavanagh. He notes Kavanagh's cardio concerns but points out he fought 25 minutes against Moreno. He expects Kavanagh to win.

Big Brady picks the fight to end by knockout, taking it at +195 for 1.25 units. He believes Kavanagh will have multiple opportunities to knock out Royval due to Royval's poor striking defense (43%), questionable chin from recent concussions, and willingness to eat shots. He notes Royval's chaotic style creates openings, and Kavanagh's speed and power should connect. He also mentions Royval's only loss by knockout and the possibility of Royval hurting Kavanagh, but leans heavily on Kavanagh's finishing ability.

Big Brady leans towards Kavanagh, citing Royval's recent injuries, concussion issues, and hittability. He thinks the fight will take place standing and Kavanagh's striking is fast and powerful. However, he is concerned about Kavanagh's fluke KO loss to Charles Johnson. He might look at Kavanagh by KO prop.

Big Brady picks Lone'er Kavanagh to win by second-round knockout. He praises Kavanagh's improvement and power, noting his impressive performance against Charles Johnson and Brandon Moreno. He criticizes Royval's poor striking defense and chin issues, believing Kavanagh will land multiple big shots. He thinks Royval's grappling won't be a factor.

Cody picks Kavanagh but is hesitant, citing Royval's inconsistency and durability concerns. He notes Kavanagh's power and youth, and the impressive win over Moreno at altitude. However, he acknowledges Royval's proven level and that Kavanagh has looked inconsistent.

Daniel Levi confidently picks Lone'er Kavanagh, citing Brandon Royval's recent concussion issues, beatdown by Josh Van, and knockout loss to Minnell Cap. He believes Kavanagh is catching Royval at the right time and has the skills to win by decision or knockout. Levi notes that Kavanagh's point-fighting style and Royval's tendency to engage could lead to a dominant performance.

Jacob picks Lone'er Kavanagh, noting that he was impressed by his win over Moreno and that he looked dialed in. He believes Kavanagh's power and speed could trouble Royval, who has been hurt before. He warns that Royval is a wild card and could surprise, but thinks Kavanagh should win if he doesn't try to make a statement and stays patient.

Lucrative James picks Lone'er Kavanagh via KO, praising his elite striking, movement, and counter-punching. He acknowledges Kavanagh's chin issues and potential cardio fade but believes Royval is too hittable and lacks the wrestling to force a grappling war. He warns that if Kavanagh wrestles, Royval's jiu-jitsu could be dangerous, but expects Kavanagh to finish on the feet.

The host believes Kavanagh is ready for this level of competition, as shown in his previous win over Brandon Moreno. He expects Kavanagh to use his speed, calf kicks, and power to touch up Royval and win by knockout.

The host picks Kavanagh by knockout, believing his speed and precision will find Royval's chin. He notes Royval's pace could be a problem and would prefer Kavanagh at a better price than -220, but likes the under 2.5 rounds or fight doesn't go to decision.

Paul picks Kavanagh by KO, believing his power and youth will be decisive. He notes Royval's recent knockout loss and durability questions. He is less interested in a decision win and prefers the KO prop at +240.

Angelo hesitantly picks Brandon Moreno, acknowledging that Lone'er Kavanagh is fast and accurate and could give Moreno trouble early. He notes Moreno's five-round experience and toughness as key advantages, expecting him to outlast Kavanagh who may fade. He admits if it were a three-round fight with a full camp, he would pick Kavanagh.

Big Brady picks Brandon Moreno, citing his hometown advantage, experience as a former champion, and step down in competition. He notes Kavanagh looked good in the first round against Charles Johnson but faded and got knocked out. Brady believes Moreno's cardio, pressure, and minute-winning ability will lead to a decision win, possibly a late finish if Kavanagh slows down.

Cody points out Moreno's recent stylistic changes, lack of wrestling, and potential decline. He highlights Kavanagh's speed and power, and the danger of an early knockout. Despite these concerns, he picks Moreno due to the difficulty of betting against him, but strongly advises live betting or hedging.

Connor agrees with Zane that Moreno should win, but he is slightly less confident due to Moreno's recent inconsistent performances. He notes that Moreno sometimes makes weird mistakes and that Kavanagh is a dangerous counterpuncher with speed and accuracy. However, Connor ultimately believes Moreno's experience and ability to pressure will be too much for Kavanagh, especially given Kavanagh's stamina concerns.

Daniel picks Brandon Moreno to win, citing his well-rounded skills and fight IQ. He notes Moreno's takedown advantage against Royval's poor takedown defense, but acknowledges Royval's danger on the feet with unorthodox strikes. He expects Moreno to exploit takedown defense and control the fight on the ground, though he warns that Moreno has been dropped in recent fights.

The host is betting on Moreno despite his decline, because the circumstances heavily favor him. Moreno has experience fighting in Mexico City, excellent cardio, and has never been knocked out. Kavanagh is inexperienced (10 pro fights), a volume striker with no knockout power, and is fighting on short notice at high altitude. The host believes Kavanagh would need to finish Moreno or win a clear decision, both unlikely. He plans to parlay Moreno with Zellhuber.

James believes Kavanagh is one of the best flyweights despite his loss to Charles Johnson, citing his speed, footwork, and counter-striking. He questions Moreno's consistency and recent performance, noting Moreno's age and potential decline. James sees value in Kavanagh at +210 odds, predicting Moreno may not push the pace needed to exploit Kavanagh's cardio concerns.

The host picks Brandon Moreno inside the distance, expecting a round 4 or 5 finish. He notes Moreno's experience, cardio, and durability, and believes Kavanagh will fade in the later rounds due to altitude and short notice. He is surprised the line moved to -225 and considers it a great value. He predicts a late TKO or submission.

Paul acknowledges Moreno's experience and cardio advantage, especially at altitude. He notes Moreno's wrestling and submission game are superior, and expects Moreno to take over in later rounds. He is puzzled by the money coming in on Kavanagh and recommends Moreno as a parlay piece, but suggests live betting for better value.

The MMA Guru picks Brandon Moreno, noting that Lone'er Kavanagh has a cardio issue and gasses after about 7 minutes. He argues that Moreno is hard to finish early and that Kavanagh's only path to victory is a first-round TKO, which is unlikely at Mexico City altitude. He predicts a late-rounds TKO for Moreno, possibly in rounds 4 or 5.

Angelo picks Lone'er Kavanagh but is hesitant, noting that Charles Johnson is a friend of the show and a good fighter. He praises Kavanagh's speed, power, and ability to transition to wrestling instantly. He thinks the odds are too wide and that Johnson is not a 2-to-1 underdog. He says he'll be rooting for Johnson but thinks Kavanagh probably gets it done due to speed and volume.

Big Brady picks Lone'er Kavanagh to win a close decision, noting that Kavanagh is a real prospect with power and takedown ability. He criticizes Charles Johnson for consistently losing first rounds and being takedown-prone. He believes Kavanagh will win rounds one and two, while Johnson may take round three, leading to a decision for Kavanagh.

Connor picks Kavanagh largely on vibes, citing Kavanagh's ability to understand what wins rounds and his good footwork. He notes that Kavanagh is an impactful kicker and can neutralize opponents, and that Johnson may lose track of the fight in a slow-paced bout. However, he acknowledges the matchup is close and could go either way.

The host notes that Kavanagh is usually at super chalky odds but here at -180, it's a great entry point. He thinks Johnson may not have the power to get Kavanagh's respect, and while Johnson may have an advantage in output and volume, Kavanagh should mix martial arts well with power strikes, speed, and takedowns to win on the scorecards.

The MMA Guru picks Charles Johnson to win by decision as an underdog (+170). He believes Johnson's experience and ability to survive and push the pace will be key. He notes that Kavanagh struggled in close fights against Jose Ochoa and Felipe dos Santos, and that Johnson is hard to outgrapple effectively. He expects Johnson to have a strong third round and win a close decision, though he acknowledges Kavanagh could land a knockout.

Angelo picks Lone'er Kavanagh, emphasizing his incredible speed and composure. He acknowledges that Kavanagh hasn't faced top competition and that Felipe's forward pressure will test him. He wants to see if Kavanagh can fight backwards and counter-strike. Ultimately, he trusts Kavanagh's speed and potential, though he admits we'll learn a lot about him in this fight.

Brady likes Kavanagh's clean striking and power, and notes dos Santos has poor takedown defense and striking defense. He thinks Kavanagh can mix in takedowns if needed. Despite dos Santos being tough, Brady predicts a decision win for Kavanagh.

Connor agrees with Zane, calling Kavanagh a natural genius for fighting. He notes Kavanagh is well-suited to deal with dos Santos, with more killer instinct than Malyk. Connor thinks Kavanagh's selective technique and flowy striking will be too much for dos Santos, who is brave but not as dynamic.

The host considers Kavanagh one of the hottest UK prospects and expects him to showcase his skills. Dos Santos might make it close early, but as Kavanagh's damage piles up, he will cause dos Santos to break, leading to a late finish or decision win.

The Guru picks Lone'er Kavanagh, believing he is crisper on the feet and has good grappling instincts. He notes that Kavanagh is compact and beats opponents to the punch, while dos Santos has been in many scraps and may be more damaged. He expects a TKO in the second or third round, as Kavanagh's pressure and body work will wear down dos Santos.

Angelo picks Lone'er Kavanagh, emphasizing his incredible speed and raw power. He believes Kavanagh's high-level training and speed will be the difference, as Ochoa will struggle to see shots coming. He notes both are finishers and suggests an under on round lines could be a play.

Big Brady picks Kavanagh to win by decision. He acknowledges the hype on Kavanagh from his contender series knockout but notes Jose Ochoa is dangerous with power. He believes Kavanagh has more ways to win with better tools on the feet and ground, and can mix in takedowns. He expects a back-and-forth war that goes the distance with Kavanagh getting his hand raised.

Cody picks Kavanagh confidently, calling him a top prospect with dynamic striking and grappling. He notes that Ochoa is a tough Peruvian brawler but lacks the technical skills to hang with Kavanagh. He expects Kavanagh to win by knockout, possibly early, and sees him as a top ticket play.

Daniel Vreeland praises both fighters as studs but gives the edge to Kavanagh due to being more seasoned and having fought higher-level competition. He notes that Ochoa is impressive and could be a top prospect soon, but Kavanagh's experience and maturity make him the pick. However, he mentions he would bet on Ochoa as an underdog due to the value.

Kavanagh has the hype but Ochoa has talent and potential. The line is too wide, but Kavanagh should land big shots and find a knockout. A small sprinkle on the underdog is suggested.

Paul agrees, noting Kavanagh's footwork and power are on another level. He acknowledges Ochoa's toughness but thinks Kavanagh's technique will be too much. He expects a dominant performance and is comfortable laying the chalk.