UFC 197 Rumors and Predictions: Dos Anjos to Win by TKO; Holm to Retain Belt by Decision
In just less than two months, fans will again be experiencing the thrill from the octagon as two championships are on the line at UFC 197.
As early as now, experts are already starting to place their cards on the table for the big fights that will change history, if the unexpected comes close to the biggest upset in the history of sports when Ronda Rousey was defeated by knockout at UFC 193.
In the upcoming event, Rafael dos Anjos will be defending his lightweight championship belt against featherweight champion Conor McGregor. Since it will be the main event, it is expected that fans will see action from both fighters who would never say "Yes" to defeat.
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Australia News has given insights about the upcoming bout, commending McGregor for his abilities that can definitely be laid up front for any lightweight opponent. It seems that the fighter isn't letting negativities slay him, despite some analysts noting that one weight class makes a big difference when it's time for some octagon action.
Meanwhile, dos Anjos is obviously fit and hot for his next fight. His strength make his power striking and solid wrestling even more notable, with experts assuming that he will be in high spirits once he comes face to face with McGregor.
While it is a little bit too early to say which fighter will rise in victory, it is predicted that dos Anjos will keep his title by knock out on the third round.
As for the co-feature for UFC 197, Holly Holm will put her bantamweight belt title on the line against Meisha Tate. Predictions are varying in terms of the Tate-Holm battle, especially after the unexpected events that led to Holm's victory at UFC 193.
Before Holm faced off with Rousey, a lot of analysts and experts placed their bets on the "Rowdy" fighter and only a numbered few believed that Holm had even the slightest chances of winning.
This time, though, some believe that Tate is at her best, which makes her the most qualified fighter to challenge Holm. Also, it has been announced that Holm won't be facing Rousey for a rematch — not anytime soon, which only means Tate is just a step away to winning the belt.
Tate is obviously ready for battle, with her tough and durable built, as well as her conditioning for the past months while waiting for a chance to grab a hold of Rousey.
On the other hand, Holm is now feared for her high tendencies of being a dark horse in the game. It is then speculated that with Tate's toughness, Holm won't see a knockout this time, but she will still win the fight by decision.
UFC 197 will be held on March 5 at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas.
