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UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2
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- Saturday 10.21.2023 at 10:00 AM ET
- U.S. Broadcast: Pay Per View | Prelims: ESPN+
- Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Ownership: Endeavor
- Venue: Etihad Arena
- Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Enclosure: Octagon
- TV Announcers: Jon Anik, Paul Felder, Daniel Cormier, Megan Olivi
- Ring Announcer: Bruce Buffer
- Post-Fight Interviews: Daniel Cormier
- MMA Bouts: 13
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| Bout | Info | |
|---|---|---|
| Islam Makhachev defeats Alexander Volkanovski via KO/TKO, Head Kick and Hammerfists | 3:06 Round 1 of 5 Bout Page | |
| Khamzat Chimaev defeats Kamaru Usman via Decision, Majority | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker Ends in a No Contest, Accidental Illegal Knee | 3:13 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Ikram Aliskerov defeats Warlley Alves via KO/TKO, Flying Knee and Punches | 2:07 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Said Nurmagomedov defeats Muin Gafurov via Submission, Guillotine Choke | 1:13 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Muhammad Mokaev defeats Tim Elliott via Submission, Arm Triangle Choke | 3:03 Round 3 of 3, 13:03 Total Bout Page | |
| Trevor Peek defeats Mohammad Yahya via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Javid Basharat vs. Victor Henry Ends in a No Contest, Accidental Groin Kick to Henry | 0:15 Round 2 of 3, 5:15 Total Bout Page | |
| Sedriques Dumas defeats Abu Azaitar via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Mike Breeden defeats Anshul Jubli via KO/TKO, Right Hook | 3:00 Round 3 of 3, 13:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Muhammad Naimov defeats Nathaniel Wood via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Victoria Dudakova defeats Jinh Yu Frey via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Shara Magomedov defeats Bruno Silva via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page |
Responses Page 22
10.12.2023 | 12:46 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 13 Winners, 1 Perfect, 530 Points | Tied for 962nd
Islam Makhachev, DEC
Logical pick is Islam, but I'll root for Volk. The man has some balls of steel to take a fight like that on short notice.
Usman vs. Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev, SUB, R2
I don't really know if Khamzat is gonna take Kamaru down at will, but if manages to take him down one single time, he can for sure sub Usman if there's enough time on the clock. Otherwise, if the Khamzat that fought Burns shows up, he's gonna suffer with the boxing of Kamaru. Anyway, mad respect for Kamaru.
* Edited at 10.12.2023, 12:49 AM ET *
10.12.2023 | 12:50 AM ET
Predictions: 6 of 10 Winners, 0 Perfect, 300 Points | Tied for 4957th
* Edited at 10.12.2023, 12:50 AM ET *
10.12.2023 | 1:48 AM ET
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 475 Points | Tied for 2332nd
and volk chins islam
this is the greatest year in mma history maybe even combat sports
"I used to f*ck guys like you in high school" - Joseph Benavidez
10.12.2023 | 2:00 AM ET
Predictions: 7 of 13 Winners, 3 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 2989th
10.12.2023 | 2:29 AM ET
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 1 Perfect, 465 Points | Tied for 2515th
No sport in the world can entertain you before the bell even rings.
For all the **** we give the UFC they know how to make make chicken salad from chicken ****
"Confident to go in and not necessarily prove people wrong but to prove my support correct"
10.12.2023 | 2:54 AM ET
Predictions: 9 of 13 Winners, 4 Perfect, 615 Points | Tied for 101st
Rooting for him to KTFO khumshot but can't see it
10.12.2023 | 3:18 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 490 Points | Tied for 1951st
Alexander Volkanovski, TKO, R2
Mind says Makhackev Volk has all the odds stacked against him but I’m hoping he chins him. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie !!
Usman vs. Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev, SUB, R1
Usman gives up his back and is not prepared for the move up to middleweight Khamzat is a good sized middle weight and with him bulking he will have a clear strength advantage which i can see him using to takedown Usman getting the back and sinking in a RNC early. Dominant Performance
Aliskerov vs. Alves
Ikram Aliskerov, TKO, R1
Alves taking this fight on short notice bit **** was looking forward to seeing the imavov matchup, see him setting up alves similiar to the Phil Hawkes knockout
Yu Frey vs. Dudakova
Victoria Dudakova, SUB, R1
Good test
10.12.2023 | 4:05 AM ET
This card just got whole a lot interesting now!
Predictions: 9 of 13 Winners, 1 Perfect, 530 Points | Tied for 962nd
10.12.2023 | 5:43 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 4 Perfect, 540 Points | Tied for 894th
Khamzat Chimaev, DEC
Just don’t see Usman winning on short notice up 15lbs.
"I CANT LET YOU GET CLOSE!"
10.12.2023 | 5:44 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 13 Winners, 3 Perfect, 440 Points | Tied for 3193rd
Alexander Volkanovski, DEC
Exciting replacement. Volkanovski is always in great shape, so the short notice shouldn't be a huge factor. I think it will be kind of close again, but Volk should win this (again).
Usman vs. Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev, DEC
Wow, I'm glad they saved the Chimaev fight, but this is a tough fight for Usman.
Aliskerov vs. Alves
Ikram Aliskerov, TKO, R2
Way more apropriate matchup for Aliskerov than a talented ranked fighter in Imavov...
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10.12.2023 | 7:00 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 3 Perfect, 515 Points | Tied for 1357th
Alexander Volkanovski, DEC
Idk what it is, but I have a sneaking suspicion and my gut is telling me that somehow, someway, Volk is gonna pull this off. I know the odds are stacked against him considering that it's on such short notice & in enemy territory, but this time he knows what to expect, although, as does Makhachev. Volkanovski is one of the most technical fighters in the game right now, probably right behind Jones in my humble opinion. Even though Makhachev is the younger of the two, I just see Volk's Fight IQ being something that is able to have him make certain changes to 100% guarentee the judges to swing his way on the scorecards this time around. Although Volk hasn't had a full training camp in this situation, he is usually training consistently and prepared for anything coming his way & must've known that the rematch w/ Islam was going to be coming sooner or later.
Usman vs. Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev, TKO, R1
I see Khamzat winning by some sort of finish for sure. This is a bout we've been waiting ages for and if Usman was still champ by the time this fight was made, I was going to predict Chimaev to be the one to dethrone him if no one else did. That being said, it's been 3 years since those thoughts & predictions began and only think it's going to be easier for Khamzat considering it seems that the age factor & time in the game has gotten to Usman's body. His joints and knees are worse than ever before & that's only going to worsen Usman's chances at his best game of winning this: his wrestling. Either way I don't see Usman getting someone like Khamzat to the ground but that def isn't the case now w/ where both are @ in their careers. I predict Chimaev by uppercut KO in the 1st RD. Also something to consider technically would be this bout being Usman's first in the Middleweight division in the UFC whilst Chimaev has teetered between both Middle & Welterweight divisions respectfully.
"We Fall, But We Get Up Because The Ground Is No Place For A Champion." - Dustin Poirier
10.12.2023 | 7:06 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 5 of 13 Winners, 1 Perfect, 290 Points | Tied for 5059th
Alexander Volkanovski, DEC
I think Islam has more chances and tools to win this, but Volk is stronger mentally. He's unbreakable, has endless cardio, is probably in a happy flow state of perfect opportunity to get what he wants; meanwhile Islam is more like a very good student and excels really in doing what his masters want, i feel that pressure will break him sooner or later.
Usman vs. Chimaev
Kamaru Usman, DEC
This one is to emotional for me - i respect fighting skills of Chimaev but hate him as a human being, i really hope that Usman will get the W in classic Marty way - by holding Borz, stomping on his foot etc. Usman will take him down after Chimaev gasses. Usman has little to lose here - everyone already regard his as "washed" and he wants to prove othervise or die trying, respect him for that. Chimaev feel that his hypetrain in jeopardy, he must now win against long time champion while having limited experience in such high level fights. I know he looks like a psychopath with no fears and doubts but i believe this goblin feels all the pressure on him in this matchup.
10.12.2023 | 9:44 AM ET
JoshJeffords
Predictions: 5 of 9 Winners, 0 Perfect, 265 Points | Tied for 5162nd
* Edited at 10.12.2023, 9:46 AM ET *
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10.12.2023 | 10:36 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 480 Points | Tied for 2184th
Kamaru Usman, DEC
USMAN BOUTTA EXPOSE THIS BUM. in all seriousness, I don't see Chimaev winning this fight. This could be a very entertaining fight or a boring fight. 29-28
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10.12.2023 | 11:14 AM ET
Predictions: 9 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 515 Points | Tied for 1248th
"The only thing predictable about MMA is that it is unpredictable."
10.12.2023 | 12:53 PM ET
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 3 Perfect, 540 Points | Tied for 894th
"She’ll go there and smash her. She’ll get a title shot, become a UFC champion. We have a Ronda Rousey on steroids. This is what we have.” - Ali Abdelaziz on Kayla Harrison
10.12.2023 | 1:11 PM ET
Predictions: 8 of 13 Winners, 3 Perfect, 515 Points | Tied for 1357th
"Diaz 1,2 & 5"
10.12.2023 | 2:17 PM ET
Predictions: 10 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 605 Points | Tied for 117th
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10.12.2023 | 2:23 PM ET
@NICKDIAZARMY209
Predictions: 10 of 13 Winners, 2 Perfect, 605 Points | Tied for 117th
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10.12.2023 | 3:08 PM ET
Predictions: 5 of 13 Winners, 1 Perfect, 275 Points | Tied for 5128th
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