UFC 117: Predictions

Middleweight bout: Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen

Very interesting match. Anderson Silva, the unstoppable force of Middleweight class, best p4p fighter in the world meets Chael Sonnen, who is a great wrestler. The last fighter that gave Silva some hard times was Dan Henderson, who is also a wrestler. Obviously Silva will look for a muai-thai punches and kicks to deliver KO to Sonnen, but he should be careful especially with the kicks. Sonnen could take Silva down by grabbing his leg. Sonnen is a better fighter on the ground and Silva is the best fighter on his feet. Also Silva should be highly motivated, because he plans to step up in LHW class, but he has to confirm it yet.

Outcome: Silva win 2nd round (T)KO.

Welterweight bout: Thiago Alves vs. John Fitch

Can Thiago Alves save himself from takedown attempts of John Fitch? Fitch will definitely look for takedowns, where he can pull submission and Thiago Alves will look up to land some vicious punches to KO Fitch. Fight will be much like Middleweight bout, but a little less exciting.

Outcome: Alves win by UD

Lightweight bout: Rafael Dos Anjos vs. Clay Guida

Outcome: Dos Anjos win by submission 2nd round

Welterweight bout: Richardo Almeida vs. Matt Hughes

Outcome: Almeida win by UD

Heavyweight bout: Junior Dos Santos vs. Roy Nelson

JDS is one of the most badass strikers in the HW division today. He'll be looking to finish Roy Nelson off as soon as possible. JDS has to confirm his title shot after Cain/Lesnar fight, he'll be highly motivated. He's 24 years old, with his life time success in his reach. But don't count off Roy Nelson because of his "unusual" shape, he can be dangerous opponent to anybody (all he needs is to get lucky)

Outcome: JDS win 1st round (T)KO