Eight Matches That Make UFC 217 A Must-See Show

Middleweight Johny Hendricks vs Paulo Borrachinha

Preview –Will Hendricks make weight?  You would think since he bumped up to 185 that it wouldn’t be any kind of problem, yet, he has already missed it once.  A loser of his last 4 out of 5, I can’t help but wonder if the former Welterweight champion cares anymore?  Borrachinha is unbeaten for a reason.

Prediction-  Borrachinha by decision.

 

Welterweight Stephen Thompson vs Jorge Masvidal

Preview –  Thompson had two cracks at taking the title off of Woodley and couldn’t do it.  Masvidal has impressive wins over Cerrone and Ellenberger, but also has crucial losses to Demian Maia and Benson Henderson.  The people he has lost to outweigh the names he has beaten.  I see Thompson getting back on track here.

Prediction –  Thompson by decision

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