Mandel Nallo

Picked to win inside the distance, with the analyst expecting him to pick the opponent apart with counters and kicks.

Stepping into the UFC for the first time. He carries a real finishing mentality and has yet to see a fight go to the scorecards. A powerful striker with sharp counters, his kicks are dangerous at every level -- a strong teep and a brutal calf kick stand out, the latter having dismantled an opponent during his Contender Series run. He also brings a long jab and solid knees. On the ground he's no slouch either -- his takedowns are fine even though he rarely reaches for them, saving them for when he needs one, his sprawl is strong, he won't settle for bottom position, and he's a skilled back-taker who looks to lock up the rear-naked choke once he gets there.