Date: 05-31 Time: 11:45 PM EST

Odds: Erin Blanchfield -250, Maycee Barber +210

The Matchup:

This is a compelling matchup in the Women’s Flyweight division featuring two rising stars. Erin “Cold Blooded” Blanchfield (likely ranked higher) is the favorite, boasting a strong grappling game and a relentless pace. Her takedowns and ground control are significant threats to any opponent. Maycee “The Future” Barber, the underdog, is known for her aggressive striking and powerful finishing ability. She thrives on forward pressure and landing heavy shots.

Blanchfield’s Path to Victory:

Blanchfield’s game plan is likely centered on getting the fight to the ground. She needs to use her superior wrestling to secure takedowns and control Barber from top position. From there, she can utilize her ground-and-pound or hunt for submissions. Avoiding a prolonged striking battle will be crucial for Blanchfield.

Barber’s Path to Victory:

Barber’s best chance of winning lies in keeping the fight standing and utilizing her striking prowess. She needs to use her footwork to stay at range, land her power punches, and avoid getting taken down. A quick, decisive knockout is likely her most realistic path to victory. She must also be wary of Blanchfield’s clinch game.

Prediction:

While Barber possesses dangerous striking, Blanchfield’s grappling is a significant advantage. The odds reflect this, as Blanchfield is the clear favorite. It’s likely that Blanchfield can successfully implement her game plan and control the fight on the ground. While Barber has improved her takedown defense, it might not be enough to keep Blanchfield at bay for three rounds.

Prediction: Erin Blanchfield by Decision. While a submission is possible, Blanchfield is more likely to grind out a victory by controlling Barber on the ground for the majority of the fight. The -250 line on Blanchfield isn’t amazing value, but it reflects the stylistic matchup. A flier on Barber by KO/TKO might be worthwhile for those looking for a bigger payout, but the more probable outcome is a Blanchfield victory.

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