Randy Brown vs. Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos
Prediction: Brown via decision (30-27)
Brown, currently on a two-fight winning streak, recently defeated Salikhov via first-round KO/TKO. Despite Santos being unbeaten in his last three fights, his struggle with range could be a significant disadvantage against the younger, faster, and rangier Brown. Expect Brown to use his reach to keep Santos at bay and win by a unanimous decision.
Jailton Almeida vs. Alexander Romanov
Prediction: Almeida via second-round submission
Almeida, coming off his first UFC loss to Curtis Blaydes, is expected to leverage his grappling skills against Romanov. Romanov has shown vulnerability to tiring under pressure, which Almeida is likely to exploit. Anticipate Almeida to wear Romanov down with relentless grappling and secure a submission victory in the second round.
Kevin Holland vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk
Prediction: Holland via third-round finish
Holland, known for his exciting fights, aims to rebound from consecutive losses, including his latest against Michael Venom Page. Oleksiejczuk, also coming off a loss, has never been finished via strikes in the UFC. However, Holland’s knockout power could end this streak, with a likely late finish in the third round.
Upcoming Fights in the UFC 302 Main Card:
- Randy Brown vs. Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos: Brown’s speed and reach advantage could secure him a decision victory.
- Jailton Almeida vs. Alexander Romanov: Almeida’s grappling pressure is predicted to result in a second-round submission win.
- Kevin Holland vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk: Holland’s striking power might lead to a third-round finish.
