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But you don’t have to call the number in that video link - I’ve got you covered right here, with my UFC Vegas 89 predictions. I’m hitting at a (blech) 57% clip this year (and 60% over my career - 2000+ fights!) picking winners for every UFC fight, so obviously, I’m a genius and/or a soothsayer. If you’re a degen and want to put some money down on the fights this weekend, here are my picks for every fight. Plus, I’ve embedded the MMA Gambling Podcast that I host at the bottom of the article.
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Overall Record: 1262-846 (60%)
2024
Record: 62-46 (57%)
Main Card
Amanda Ribas (+180) vs Rose Namajunas
(photo by Web Summit Rio)
Am I just picking Amanda Ribas because I like her as a fighter and want her to win? That is my concern. But the main reason I’m taking Ribas is I like the +180 line we’re getting on her, and because I’m fading Rose Namajunas.
A focused, determined Namajunas would beat Ribas, but I don’t think we can count on that Rose showing up every fight. It’s hit-and-miss with her. Ribas, on the other hand, always brings it. Worth a stab at an underdog.
Justin Tafa (+160) vs Karl Williams
Oh boy - this is the co-main event?! May as well take a dog here, as well. Karl Williams isn’t very good, and Justin Tafa hits really, really, really hard, which is pretty much all you need to win most heavyweight fights. Tafa via T/KO at +240 probably is the best move since that’s the only way he wins fights.
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