"I think Max beats Oliveira up on the feet and could get a referee stoppage. I don't know if Max knocks him out cold, but a TKO is possible. Charles will struggle to keep Max down, and Max will just piece him up when the fight is standing. -- Dustin Poirier"
"Over the years, Max has become a much smarter fighter. I think 155 pounds is the right weight class for him. His movement will be the deciding factor against Oliveira. It will allow him to avoid kicks and takedowns from Charles, and he'll eventually get the ball rolling offensively. -- Din Thomas"
"Holloway has incredible takedown defense and one of the highest fight IQs in the sport. Expect him to avoid the spots where Oliveira is at his best and pick Oliveira apart from the outside. -- Anthony Smith"
Max Holloway faces Charles Oliveira for the BMF title at UFC 326. Holloway seeks his second title defense after defeating Dustin Poirier by unanimous decision in July. Oliveira, despite losing three of his last six fights, enters the bout following a second-round submission victory over Mateusz Gamrot in October. A panel of four experts, including former fighters and analysts, provides predictions for the main event. The consensus favors Holloway, with experts highlighting his superior striking, footwork, movement, takedown defense, and fight intelligence as decisive factors. Experts predict Holloway will control the fight on the feet while avoiding Oliveira's takedown attempts and submission threats.
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