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Rad Martinez -120 vs Shahbulat Shamhalaev +100 – very surprised to see Martinez the favorite here, from my perspective this is a mismatch the other way. Shamhalaev has the youth, more power, better movement and most importantly way more speed. The heavily muscled upper body of Martinez will finally catch up to him in this one, stiff and heavy footed I don’t think he can get out of the way from Shamhalaev’s power shots. A quick finish wouldn’t shock me, if not then a convincing win is certain for Shamhalaev. Not at all concerned Shahbulat came in heavy at weigh ins, he still made weight.

3 units Shabulat Shamhalaev +100

Douglas Lima -190 vs Bryan Baker +170 – see this as 2 guys on different levels, Lima being on a level above Baker. Despite his impressive decision win over Ben Saunders, the last 3 times Baker has stepped up to fight better opponents he got finished. Lima qualifies as a step up, going 5-1 in Bellator with 4 of 5 wins inside the distance. I think Baker throws everything he has but probably gets caught with a shot and the end of the fight follows. Lima focused on a rematch with Askren is business as usual on this night.

3 units Douglas Lima -190

Mikhail Zayats -190 vs Jacob Noe +170 – really liking Noe here as I believe he has the strength advantage along with the better chin. Its difficult to evaluate Zayats upset of “Babalu” Sobral, as Sobral is on the downside of his career. Looking deeper into Zayats, this will only be his 3rd fight in the U.S. and of his 6 losses, he’s been finished 5 times. Jacob Noe already making some noise at Bellator(2-0 with 2 finishes) he has the resume(11 wins; 5 ko/tko’s and 5 subs) that makes me think he can get the job done here. I see Jacob landing a big shot and pouncing on Zayats for the finish.

2 units Jacob Noe +170



“opinions” on other fights:

King Mo -1000 vs Emanuel Newton +700 – got some visions of cashing in big with a Newton upset but had to re-evaluate this matchup. First off, I like the idea of going against a fighter with “divided” interest, wants to fight but is also learning to be a pro wrestler. Which does he prefer? Also question King Mo’s evolution as a fighter, he’s at the top of the food chain as a wrestler but with the Boo Birds he’s gotten in the past, he’s now motivated to strike with people. Not sure how thats going to work out going against the better fighters. One thing is clear though, I don’t think its Newton who will challenge him with anything difficult. King Mo should still lead with his wrestling as nobody is better. Just a “pass” on this one.

Ben Saunders -375 vs Raul Amaya +300 – saw the first one, and respect Amaya for his effort. Saunders seems to have all the advantages, with his size being a lot of trouble for Raul. Would love to think Amaya a good bet to make it interesting but just don’t see it going any different. Saunders is a true professional, he shows up to fight and this is an opponent he can handle. I’ll just watch though as its too pricey for me to lay against a scrappy dog like Amaya.

good luck,

boldtiger
 

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