UFC 249 Predictions : Tony Ferguson vs Justin Gaethje

Despite witnessing several hurdles along the way, UFC 249 is back on May 9th with the event set to take place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. The event is stacked with major fights, with the main event promising an action-packed bout between Justin Gaethje and Tony Ferguson.

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Prediction: Tony Ferguson vs Justin Gaethje

Several fighters have weighed in on who they think is going to win. Both fighters are on a run-on of wins, with Ferguson’s streak currently at 12 and Gaethje’s at 3. UFC’s Calvin Kattar has given his opinion on the main event.

“It’s going to be a war. Two real killers, man. Flip a coin on that one. They’re both game fighters. I’m a fan of both. I can’t wait to watch the fight. I think this one is bound to deliver.” Said Kattar to ESPN

Tony Ferguson hasn’t lost since 2012, with his streak the longest in the UFC. His unorthodox style sets him apart from most fighters. ‘El Cucuy’s’ constant pressure and insane cardio makes  it a living hell for most of his opponents. The fighter has won ‘fight of the night’ bonuses in 5 of his last 6 bouts, with this fight promising to be a blockbuster of an event.

Justin Gaethje, on the other hand, accepted this fight on short notice, stepping in for Khabib Nurmagomedov. Despite Gaethje being a replacement, ‘The Highlight’ is a force to be reckoned with. Gaethje is known for his dirty boxing and his extreme durability. His chin has been tested numerous times, but Gaethje’s endurance has prevailed against all odds.

UFC legend Chael Sonnen’s opinion on the main event

“For a new fan that doesn’t know the stories behind the fights, they’re just going to enjoy a good night of action. But for the hard-core fans, this is an absolute treat. I gotta say: Do we even deserve this? As fight fans, have we done anything good enough to deserve a card this loaded?” said Sonnen on his channel.

Author’s prediction :

Tony Ferguson vs Justin Gaethje promises to be an all-out war, with both fighters likely to adopt attack as their best defense.
Given the strengths and weaknesses of both fighter’s, my pick is Tony Ferguson. His conditioning, endurance, and his unpredictable style might prove too much for ‘The Highlight’.

What are your predictions for Tony Ferguson vs Justin Gaethje?

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