Daniel Gumbi Vreeland expects Jean Silva to comfortably win his featherweight bout against Bryce Mitchell. Despite Mitchell’s grappling strengths, Vreeland highlighted Mitchell's significant deficiencies in striking defense, recently exposed by knockout losses, notably a violent finish suffered against elite striker Josh Emmett two fights prior. Conversely, Silva exhibits devastating knockout power, exemplified by his four consecutive UFC knockouts and recent standout KO victory over skilled striker Drew Dober, who fought up a weight class on short notice. Silva's aggressive style, effective fight-ending power, exceptional cardio and pace, alongside competent takedown defense honed with the Fight Nerd team—a gym renowned for defensive wrestling skills (represented by fighters like Caio Borralho)—makes Silva likely to maintain fight standing and leverage his potent striking arsenal for another knockout finish.

Daniel Gumbi Vreeland identified Paddy Pimblett as a strong play this weekend against Michael Chandler, arguing Chandler's defensive liabilities and career stage make him a perfect opponent. Chandler, known for prioritizing entertaining fights and a tendency to recklessly engage, has only two UFC wins against Dan Hooker and Tony Ferguson, both fading fighters. Vreeland believes Chandler's declining stardom and deteriorating tactical discipline will play directly into Pimblett's hands: Pimblett's rapid rise, knockout power, and ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes make him a prime candidate for a finish win in this showcase opportunity provided by the UFC to elevate Pimblett's profile in the key UK market.