My <i>UFC 99: Comeback</i> Picks & Predictions

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Franklin -vs- Silva -- This match is going to be fought in a catchweight of 195. Franklin spent much of his illustrious career fighting among the middleweights (185) whereas Silva has fought among the light heavyweights (205). Franklin just looks to be the bigger and stronger fighter and will look to utilize his reach advantage to dismantle the "Axe Murderer". Silva's career has been in a spiraling decline ever since he came over from PRIDE. He has lost 4 of his last 5 fights via knockouts. He's had a hall-of-fame career and his run will end tomorrow night. Franklin wins via TKO in 2nd rnd.

Velasquez -vs- Kongo -- Kongo is taking this fight in 3 weeks notice due to an injury suffered by Heath Herring. Velasquez is undefeated in his MMA career and will look to keep that streak going as he overwhelms Kongo with take downs and his ground and pound power. Kongo is in the top of the list as a heavy contender for the title but a loss here will send him in the back of the contention line. This has potential to be fight of the night but I see it ending pretty early. Velasquez wins via TKO in 2nd rnd.

Saunders -vs- Swick -- I love this matchup because both guys will look to stand up and bang. Swick will be the toughest fighter Saunders has faced so far in the Octagon. Swick is also one of the best middleweights in the game right now. He's on a hot streak right now winning 8 of his last 10 fights. His last 3 wins has been against top tier guys like Burkman, Okami, and Davis. However, a very hungry Ben Saunders is looking to stamp his name among the best in the division and keep his undefeated streak alive. His Muay Thai skills are top notch and can finish in every aspect of the game. However I see this fight being won in the ground. Saunders wins via Submission in 2nd rnd.

Davis -vs- Hardy -- This is going to be a violent fight. These two will finally settle their beef in the ring rather than words. This fight is probably the most hyped because of the bad blood between the two. Davis is a powerful guy and has only lost once since 2006. Hardy is young and can be very cocky. However he does carry a pretty good fight resume with him as well. Both guys are going to be swinging for the fences in this bout but I just see Davis outstriking young Hardy and taking home a win. Davis wins via TKO in 2nd rnd.

Fisher -vs- Uno -- Welcome back Caol Uno. Uno has not fought in the UFC since 2003 and is looking to resurrect his career in the states with a win. Standing in his way however is a very well rounded fighter in Spencer Fisher. Fisher is a product of the Militech Fighting Systems and on a 2 fight win streak. Uno is going to look for the takedown and go for a submission for a win but Fisher has never lost via submission in his career. Fisher wins via Unanimous Decision.