Every time Unified MMA hosts an event, we bring in a guest analyst to break down the card and share their picks for every fight on the undercard and main card alike.
This time around, Jamie Siraj has been tapped to deliver his breakdowns and selections for the ten MMA contests headlining the card.
Siraj currently sits as the Unified MMA bantamweight champion, having captured the belt after handing Michael Hay his loss at Unified MMA 35. With a 6-2 professional record to his name, Siraj has also earned victories over Adam MacDougall and Nick Ghaeni along the way. His next outing comes at Rise FC 3, where he'll square off against Gabe Sagman.
Below are Siraj's picks for Unified MMA 36:
Pat Pytlik (7-0) vs Jake Lindsey (13-8): FIGHT PREVIEW
"Pytlik is a thrilling young talent who's dangerous no matter where the fight ends up. He'll put Lindsey away and punch his ticket to the UFC."
Prediction: Pytlik wins by knockout in the first round.
Teddy Ash (12-4) vs Dominique Steele (18-11): FIGHT PREVIEW
"For the second matchup, I see Ash running into another wall with the seasoned and gritty Steele. He's a capable fighter, but I believe experience at the highest level is what will come out on top."
Prediction: Steele wins by TKO in the second round.
Shane Campbell (16-7) vs Menad Abella (5-1): FIGHT PREVIEW
"Campbell brings a complete skill set and is highly creative and crafty in the cage. Having wrestled with him, I know his experience and elite-level technique will take Abella into unfamiliar territory and get the late stoppage."
Prediction: Campbell wins by TKO in the third round.
KB Bhullar (5-0) vs Derek Boyle (13-12)
"Bhullar has displayed a versatile skill set throughout his professional career, and I expect him to secure a submission victory via choke."
Prediction: Bhullar wins by submission in the first round.
Graham Park (5-2) vs Tyler Weran (3-0)
"Experience could be the deciding factor here. Park has previously defeated both Markhaile Wedderburn and Marcus Hicks, who've each logged more than 25 bouts between them."
Prediction: Park wins by unanimous decision.
Josh Mackenzie (1-0) vs Joel Odorski (1-0)
"Mackenzie demonstrated real grit, determination, and technical ability in his professional debut, and I believe he'll be too strong for Odorski regardless of how the fight develops."
Prediction: Mackenzie wins by TKO in the second round.
Aaron Anctil (2-2) vs Matt Klute (3-1)
"Klute has proven he can compete with anyone. He's emerged victorious from several three-round battles and trains out of the Shaved Bears camp, a group known for its toughness. I expect him to pick up his first finish here."
Prediction: Klute wins by submission in the second round.
Sambath Khun (4-4) vs Skylar Sloan (1-1)
"Khun brings eight career fights to the card while Sloan has only two. I feel his additional experience and his track record against tougher opponents will make the difference."
Prediction: Khun wins by unanimous decision.
Harley King (2-1) vs Peter Janssen (1-3)
"I think Harley's well-rounded game plan will overwhelm Peter. He trains at Hayabusa, a reputable gym, and he's riding a two-fight winning streak."
Prediction: King wins by unanimous decision.
Cole Smith (0-0) vs Dalton Middleton (0-0)
"Since this is a professional debut for both competitors, it's essentially a toss-up. It all comes down to who wants it more on fight night."
Prediction: Smith wins by submission in the second round.
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