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  • Sergei Pavlovich vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik: Odds, full fight preview and prediction | UFC Saudi Arabia


    Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight sluggers Sergei Pavlovich vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik will go to war this weekend (Sat., Feb. 1, 2025) at UFC Saudi Arabia from anb Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

    It’s hard to describe the loss of aura suffered by Pavlovich in just two fights. The fearsome Russian boxer looked every part of a future champion in his six-fight knockout streak, refusing to let a single foe escape the first round. Getting blasted by Tom Aspinall was forgivable enough, especially since he managed to stun the current interim king too, but getting picked apart by former team mate Alexander Volkov for three full rounds?

    Nobody is scared anymore.

    Rozenstruik has stepped into the cage with plenty of huge hitters anyway. The former professional kickboxer has won three of his last four, most recently pummeling Tai Tuivasa. Generally, he still seems to be improving, so perhaps the 36-year-old veteran hasn’t hit his ceiling just yet?

    Let’s take a closer look at the betting odds and strategic keys for each athlete:

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    Pavlovich vs. Rozenstruik Betting Odds

    • Sergei Pavlovich victory: -305
    • Sergei Pavlovich via TKO/KO/DQ: TBD
    • Sergei Pavlovich via submission: TBD
    • Sergei Pavlovich via decision: TBD
    • Jairzinho Rozenstruik victory: +245
    • Jairzinho Rozenstruik via TKO/KO/DQ: TBD
    • Jairzinho Rozenstruik via submission: TBD
    • Jairzinho Rozenstruik via decision: TBD
    • Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook

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    How Pavlovich Wins

    Pavlovich is a tank. Despite a background in Greco-Roman wrestling and Combat Sambo, Pavlovich more typically wins fights by clubbing his foes into unconsciousness with his heavy right hand.

    Why wasn’t that right hand able to land against Volkov? Pavlovich really failed to close distance on his lanky opponent. Likely, Rozenstruik will try to employ a similar game plan and attempt to strand Pavlovich at distance, even if he’s not quite as rangy as “Drago.”

    The keys to avoiding a repeat struggle are feints and footwork. Pavlovich cannot just run forward on a straight line at a dangerous counter puncher … well, okay, maybe he can, but that would make the outcome much more of a coin flip on who lands first. If instead he takes the time to cut off the cage and feint/jab Rozenstruik towards the fence, he stands a much better chance at safely scoring the same knockout.

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    How Rozenstruik Wins

    Rozenstruik is a crafty kickboxing veteran. He excels at playing the long game, poking and prodding his opponents with quick jabs and light kicks. Then, when they return fire, he’ll sit them down with a check hook or counter combination.

    That’s a great strategy against Pavlovich. The problem is the Francis Ngannou fight, in which “The Predator” bulldozed Rozenstruik by charging through his half-power offense with a very real blitz of heavy shots. Ngannou and Pavlovich have a similar level of world-altering power, and Rozenstruik doesn’t want to get blasted by a wild combo again.

    To avoid that fate, Rozenstruik has to find a way to halt Pavlovich’s advance, which will buy him time to line up bigger counter shots. Volkov did so with snappy front kicks and counter right hands, but the body jab may end up Rozenstruik’s weapon of choice. If he can fire a stiff jab into the chest of Pavlovich when the Russian advances, it will help keep him and that clubbing right hand out of range.

    Rozenstruik will have to stand his ground a bit in the process, but that’s a better recipe for success than sliding backwards and getting caught at the end of a flurry.

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    Pavlovich vs. Rozenstruik Prediction

    Even without his momentum, it’s tough to go against Sergei Pavlovich here.

    Pavlovich will be the larger, faster, and more powerful man. At Heavyweight, those physical factors are the deciders more often not. Volkov may have been able to avoid his haymakers, but “Drago” also had a significant height advantage and plenty of training experience to aid him. Rozenstruik doesn’t have either of those edges, and he’s never shown to be a particularly crafty defensive fighter.

    In a Heavyweight firefight, you might as well side with the guy bringing a bazooka.

    Prediction: Pavlovich via knockout



    Sergei Pavlovich and Jairzinho Rozenstruik are set to go head-to-head in a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown at UFC Saudi Arabia. Both fighters are known for their knockout power and aggressive fighting styles, making this a must-watch matchup for MMA fans.

    The odds for this fight are currently in favor of Rozenstruik, who has a record of 11-2 and is coming off a knockout victory over Augusto Sakai in his last fight. Pavlovich, on the other hand, boasts a record of 14-1 and is known for his technical striking and solid grappling skills.

    In terms of fighting style, Rozenstruik is known for his heavy hands and knockout ability, while Pavlovich is more of a well-rounded fighter with a strong ground game. It will be interesting to see how these contrasting styles play out in the octagon.

    In terms of prediction, this fight has the potential to be a back-and-forth battle with both fighters having the ability to finish the fight at any moment. However, I believe Rozenstruik will ultimately come out on top with his superior striking and knockout power.

    Overall, this matchup between Pavlovich and Rozenstruik is sure to be an exciting one for fans of the heavyweight division. Be sure to tune in to UFC Saudi Arabia to catch all the action and see who comes out on top in this epic showdown.

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  • How Canada could fight Trump tariffs


    Nadine Yousif

    BBC News, Toronto

    Watch: Justin Trudeau says Canada’s response to US tariffs will be ‘forceful’ and ‘immediate’

    Canada will react forcefully and immediately if Donald Trump imposes tariffs, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Friday.

    The US president has said he could levy a 25% tariff on Canadian imports as soon as Saturday.

    “It’s not what we want, but if he moves forward, we will also act,” Trudeau said.

    Tariffs are a central part of Trump’s economic vision. He sees them as a way of growing the US economy, protecting jobs and raising tax revenue.

    Economists suggest that such a move could have devastating immediate impacts on Canada’s economy – while also leading to higher prices for Americans.

    “I won’t sugarcoat it – our nation could be facing difficult times in the coming days and weeks,” Trudeau said in his televised address to Canadians.

    Canada is trying to avoid a trade war altogether. It has pledged more than C$1bn ($690m; £560m) to boost security at its shared border with the US – a key point of contention for Trump, who appears to be using tariffs as a negotiating tactic.

    Trudeau said all options were still on the table – here are four of them, and their possible impacts.

    1. Targeted tariffs on select US goods

    Canada has already fought one tariff “war” with Trump.

    During his first term, the US president slapped 10% tariffs on Canadian aluminium products and 25% tariffs on Canadian steel, citing national security concerns.

    Ottawa retaliated by imposing tariffs on select goods, which were chosen to send a political message to Trump and his allies.

    It put levies on Florida orange juice, and whiskey and bourbon from Tennessee and Kentucky – the latter being the home of then-Republican Senate Leader Mitch McConnell.

    Both countries ended up agreeing to lift the tariffs a year later.

    Senior Canadian officials recently told local media that if Trump imposed tariffs again, the immediate response would likely be targeted.

    According to US government data, 17% of US exports go to Canada. More than 75% of Canada’s exports go to the US.

    Canada stands to suffer a larger economic blow in any trade war with the US and this stark imbalance is why targeted tariffs are often the first and safest approach, said Peter Clark, a lawyer who previously worked on trade policy issues in Canada’s federal finance department.

    By targeting select goods, Canada can hit the US without widely punishing its own citizens, as tariffs can immediately raise prices for consumers at home.

    This approach is also why officials are pushing a “Buy Canadian” campaign as a way to lessen the impact of a potential retaliation.

    But pundits argue that Trump is less politically vulnerable this time, given that he cannot run for a third term in the White House.

    “You won’t have the same impact as last time,” said Julian Karaguesian, an economics lecturer at McGill University in Montreal and a former finance counsellor at the Canadian embassy in Washington DC.

    2. Dollar-for-dollar tariffs

    Another move Canada made in its first tariff war with its neighbour was to apply dollar-for-dollar tariffs.

    It slapped identical tariffs on US aluminium and steel, and ensured the total dollar value of the American goods it taxed equalled the US tariffs on Canadian exports. That came up to around C$16.6bn at the time.

    This time, the possible use of dollar-for-dollar tariffs could be much larger, with Canada reportedly preparing a first round on about $37bn of goods, according to official sources quoted in Canadian media.

    That could be expanded to another C$110bn worth of goods.

    The challenge is that Canada still does not know just how sweeping Trump’s tariffs would be. The more sweeping they are, the more goods Canada would have to tax in response.

    Not all of Canada is on board with dollar-for-dollar tariffs. Scott Moe, leader of the mineral-rich province of Saskatchewan, has said that broad levies on US goods would “rip this country apart”.

    Mr Karaguesian said the promised US tariffs on Canadian goods could plunge the country into a recession. If Canada responded with dollar-for-dollar tariffs, it could lead to inflation.

    This would result in “stagflation,” he said, referring to a combination of high unemployment and rising prices.

    Mr Clark said that whatever decision Canada took, politics would likely be top of mind. Polls suggest a majority of Canadians support retaliation, and that many Canadian business leaders want targeted, dollar-for-dollar tariffs.

    Canadian politicians might be pushed to respond more forcefully if it means a boost in approval, Mr Clark said. “We’re talking about political decisions, which are not always rational.”

    Watch: What Canadians think of Trump suggesting it become the 51st US state

    3. The energy ‘nuclear’ option

    One of the most valuable assets in Canada’s arsenal is energy.

    North-eastern US states like Vermont, New York and Maine significantly rely on electricity sold to them by neighbouring Canadian provinces. British Columbia and Manitoba also supply energy to western and Midwestern regions of the US.

    About 30 states receive some of their electricity from Canada, according to Canadian government data.

    Canada is also the top supplier of crude oil to the US, making up 60% of total oil imports, according to the US Energy Information Administration.

    Doug Ford, Ontario’s premier, has suggested that Canada cut off Americans’ supply to pinch Americans at the petrol pump.

    Trump suggested on Thursday that oil and gas could be exempt from US tariffs but Canada still has the option of energy restrictions or taxes to inflict pain.

    “The only thing that would really sting in the immediate to short-term is if energy prices went up, because Trump himself campaigned on bringing energy prices down very quickly,” said Mr Karaguesian.

    But the move would be contentious, especially with the oil-rich province of Alberta – which has refused to sign off on taxing its oil and gas exports, arguing that doing so would disproportionately hurt its economy.

    4. Pulling US booze – or not retaliating at all

    Other ideas have been floated.

    Ford said that Ontario could pull American-made alcohol off shop shelves in the province, signalling a different approach in which different provincial premiers could define their own responses.

    Another option is not retaliating – at least for now. For weeks, Canadian officials have been meeting their American counterparts in Washington DC in a bid to stave off any American tariffs in the first place.

    On Wednesday, foreign minister Melanie Joly met Secretary of State Marco Rubio to deliver a message that tariffs would be bad for both countries, and that Ottawa was addressing US concerns about border security and fentanyl trafficking.

    “We need to continue to engage,” she told reporters.

    Canada has also signalled that it could bring in a relief programme for businesses harmed by the possible tariffs, similar to those introduced during the Covid pandemic.

    Some argue, given the economic costs of retaliation, that Canada should instead focus on diversifying its trade relationships and increasing domestic production.

    “We’re a natural resource superpower,” Mr Karaguesia said, adding that the country could use the tariffs as a push to harness that potential and sell its products elsewhere.



    In light of the recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian goods, it is crucial for Canada to develop a strategic plan to combat these unfair trade practices. Here are some ways Canada could fight back against Trump tariffs:

    1. Strengthen Diplomatic Relations: Canada should continue to engage in diplomatic efforts to seek a resolution to the trade dispute. This could involve high-level meetings with U.S. officials, as well as seeking support from other countries that are also affected by the tariffs.

    2. Imposition of Counter-Tariffs: Canada could consider imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods in response to Trump’s tariffs on Canadian products. This could help level the playing field and put pressure on the U.S. to reconsider their trade policies.

    3. Diversification of Trade Partners: Canada should explore opportunities to diversify its trade partners and reduce its reliance on the U.S. market. This could involve negotiating new trade agreements with other countries, as well as expanding trade with existing partners in Europe and Asia.

    4. Support for Affected Industries: The Canadian government could provide financial support and assistance to industries that are heavily impacted by the tariffs. This could include subsidies, loans, or other forms of assistance to help businesses weather the storm.

    5. Public Awareness Campaign: Canada could launch a public awareness campaign to educate Canadians about the impact of Trump’s tariffs and rally support for efforts to combat them. This could involve media outreach, social media campaigns, and other forms of communication to raise awareness about the issue.

    By taking a proactive and strategic approach to fighting Trump’s tariffs, Canada can protect its economy and ensure a fair and equitable trade relationship with the United States.

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  • FRIDAY NIGHT DOG FIGHT: Butler Bulldogs Visit Georgetown Hoyas


    Your Georgetown Hoyas (13-8, 4-6 BE) are set to host the Butler Bulldogs this Friday at Capital One Arena, in a game that feels like a crucial moment for each program looking to stay out of the conference basement. The Hoyas, fresh off a brutal loss to St. John’s, are desperate to right the ship, while the Bulldogs limp into D.C. looking to avoid a total collapse of what once seemed like a promising season. The tip-off is at 6:30 PM on FS1 – a game that will be critical for both teams as they try to turn things around.

    The Butler Bulldogs are a perplexing team. Their overall record is 9-12, and they are just 2-8 in Big East play. They started the season strong at 7-1, showing they have talent, with wins over SMU, Northwestern, and Mississippi State. But then things went sideways.

    After Butler’s loss to Marquette in December, they suffered a nine-game losing streak. They’ve had a couple of wins since then, beating Seton Hall and DePaul at home, but their recent performance suggests they’re in a fragile state. They were recently defeated by Marquette 78-69, a game in which they shot a blistering 57% in the first half before collapsing in the second half, shooting just 26%.

    Key players for the Bulldogs include Jahmyl Telfort, the fifth-year player, who is their offensive engine, averaging 15.8 points per game, and their primary playmaker with 3.4 assists per game. He’s coming off a 24-point performance against Marquette where he hit all 11 of his free throws.

    Andre Screen is their top rebounder, averaging 5.9 boards per game. Pierre Brooks II, Patrick McCaffery, and Finley Bizjack also play important roles. The Bulldogs offense can be very effective, as they demonstrated in the first half against Marquette, but that was quickly undone when their shooting percentage plummeted.

    The Hoyas, on the other hand, are reeling from a brutal 66-41 loss to St. John’s. The numbers are stark: they shot an abysmal 24.6% from the field, and they were outscored 47-21 in the first half. Malik Mack was the only player to reach double figures, with 13 points, but his second-half turnovers were disastrous. This game is a crucial test of their resilience and should show that the home loss to DePaul was a fluke.

    Georgetown should be able to put Butler away with their usual one half of really solid defense—let’s hope it’s the second period.

    Still, the Hoyas cannot afford to let Butler get comfortable. Butler’s offense is capable of catching fire, as seen in the first half against Marquette, where they posted an effective field goal percentage of 66.1%. The Hoyas must play with a high level of intensity and disrupt the Bulldogs’ offensive rhythm from the start. In their loss to St. John’s, the Hoyas allowed the Red Storm to shoot 48.3% from the field.

    The Hoyas offense has to be much better. Their 24.6% shooting performance against St. John’s is simply unacceptable. They can’t rely on just one player to carry the scoring load. They need to get more players involved and create higher quality looks at the basket. They need to use the passing game to get open shots, since the Hoyas’ assist rate of 54.4% is just 112th in the nation.

    Both teams will need to crash the boards, but Georgetown needs to limit Butler’s second chance opportunities by securing rebounds on the defensive end. While Butler had a 35-30 rebounding advantage against Marquette, Thomas Sorber had 9 rebounds for the Hoyas against St. John’s. Limiting second chance opportunities for Butler will be crucial for Georgetown.

    Both teams must protect the ball, since both teams are prone to turnovers. In the game against St. John’s, Georgetown had 16 turnovers. Butler had 12 turnovers in their recent game with Marquette, while Marquette only had five. Georgetown needs to value each possession and minimize unforced errors.

    The Georgetown bench has to step up and provide more consistent minutes. They need to contribute on the boards and on the defensive end. In the loss to St. John’s, no bench players reached double figures, and that cannot happen against Butler.

    This game isn’t just another mark in the win-loss column for either team. For Georgetown, it’s an opportunity to show they can bounce back from a humiliating dismantling. For Butler, it’s a chance to prove they can recapture their early-season form.

    However, the onus is on Georgetown to perform at home and protect their court. The Hoyas are 4-6 in conference play, and they need a win to start turning things around. Beating teams in the bottom half will still require more defensive intensity, improved shot selection, and minimized turnovers.

    Here are the links:

    Georgetown Hosts Butler in Friday Night Contest | Georgetown University Athletics

    In its most recent outing, Butler (9-12, 2-8 BE) fell to No.9 Marquette 78-69 on Tuesday evening at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Jahmyl Telfort led a duo of Bulldogs in double figures with 24 points followed by Patrick McCaffery (12). Andre Screen led the Bulldogs on the glass pulling down nine boards followed by Pierre Brooks II who had eight to his credit. Telfort paced the offense with five assists in the contest.

    Butler shot 40.7% (24-59) from the field, while shooting 27.3% (6-22) from behind the arc.

    Telfort leads a trio of Bulldogs averaging double figures posting 16.2 ppg, followed by Brooks (14.9 ppg) and McCaffery (12.2 ppg).

    Screen leads Butler on the glass grabbing 6.0 rpg, followed by Brooks (5.3 rpg)

    Butler and Georgetown Slated for Friday Night Tip in Washington, D.C. | Butler University Athletics

    Jahmyl Telfort led the Bulldogs with a game-high 24 points Tuesday night against Marquette. Telfort made all 11 of his free throw attempts in the game.

    Telfort is averaging 22.3 points per game over Butler’s three most recent outings.

    Telfort has led the Bulldogs in scoring in 10 games this season and has posted 20 or more points eight times.

    Butler led Marquette, 42-35, at the half after shooting 57 percent from the field over the first 20 minutes. Marquette’s defense limited Butler to 26-percent shooting in the second half in taking the win. Butler has led at the half in six of the team’s 10 BIG EAST games.

    Butler held a 35-30 rebounding edge against Marquette Tuesday; the Bulldogs are now 7-4 when out-rebounding its opponent.

    Andre Screen led Butler with nine rebounds Tuesday; it marked his tenth game this season with eight or more rebounds. Screen’s average of 6.0 rebounds per game leads Butler, but his average increases to 8.7 per game over the team’s most recent three games.

    Screen is shooting 84 percent from the field over his last four games (21-for-25).

    Pierre Brooks II led the Bulldogs with career-highs of both 29 points and 13 rebounds in Saturday’s win over DePaul. It was his second double-double of the season and the third of his career.

    Hoyas Host Bulldogs Tonight | georgetown.rivals.com

    Over the course of this season, Hoya HC Ed Cooley has seen several of his players lead the squad in scoring. At this juncture, freshman pivot Thomas Sorber has returned to that perch, dropping 14.8 ppg, good for 12th in the league. Sorber also paces GU and the league with 9.1 rebounds secured, each time out.

    Three teammates join Sorber on the BIG EAST’s Top 30 scorer listing: Grad wing Micah Peavy’s 14.6 ppg/14th mark, sophomore guard Malik Mack drops 13 ppg placing him 18th in the conference, plus junior guard Jayden Epps trailing ever so slightly at 12.9 ppg/19th.

    Butler, coached by Thad Matta, gets 15.8 ppg from grad forward Jahmyl Telfort, landing him ninth in the league. Senior forward Pierre Brooks is next at 15.2 ppg/11th, while senior wing Patrick McCaffery follows with 12.2 ppg/23rd work.

    Game Preview – Georgetown vs. Butler | Houseenterprise

    Georgetown came out with no energy on Tuesday, and now heads into a Friday night matchup with a desperate Butler team that is much better than its record will show.

    While the Hoyas were getting run out of their own gym on Tuesday, Butler was taking #9 Marquette to the brink, leading the Golden Eagles at one point by ten before Shaka Smart’s team came back in the second half to win by nine.

    For Georgetown to get back to its winning ways, and maybe crack 70 points for the first time this calendar year, they’ll need to get into a much better offensive rhythm early in the game.

    Ed Cooley has one of the younger teams in the country and sometimes they are playing like it; Georgetown ranks 289th in Division I basketball in turnovers, meaning there are 288 teams that are better at taking care of the basketball than them. Given the youth on the roster, maybe we shouldn’t be surprised.

    Big East Game Preview: at Butler Bulldogs | Anonymous Eagle

    No one particularly ran wild for Butler in the first meeting, as Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King tied for the scoring high with 16 points on eight and 10 shots respectively. Combined, Butler shot 15-for-25 on two-pointers and generally speaking, allowing someone to hit 60% of their twos against you is a bad time. That gets even worse when a team shoots over 40% from behind the three-point line against you, and that’s what Butler did. Again: No one got crazy hot, but a bunch of guys going 2-for-4 and 2-for-5 adds up pretty quick.

    The question then becomes whether or not [an opponent] can do a better job defending Butler to make their life easier on the offensive end. A couple fewer made buckets, and that’s a couple fewer offensive rebounds or steals that [an opponent] needs to stay out in front of the Bulldogs. Yes, I know, [an opponent] wants to get those turnovers, especially the live ball steals that turn into easy buckets on the other end. But sometimes you have to win without them, and the fastest way to do that is to get some old fashioned missed shots and a rebound to end the possession.

    Struggling Butler hopes trip to Georgetown sparks turnaround | FLM

    “There comes a point where you’re struggling to score and especially when you’re playing a team like Marquette it starts to weigh on your defense,” Matta said.

    “It starts to wear you down defensively. As a coach you don’t want that to happen.”

    If there’s a team that knows all too well about struggling to score, it’s Georgetown.

    The Hoyas (13-8, 4-6) have lost six of seven and scored their fewest points in a game since the 2012-13 season in Tuesday’s 66-41 loss to No. 15 St. John’s.

    Georgetown vs. Butler odds, prediction, line: 2025 college basketball picks, Jan. 31 best bets by proven model | CBSSports.com

    Georgetown is coming off a rough outing against St. John’s, but its previous five conference losses came by 10 points or fewer. The Hoyas also picked up an upset win over Villanova on Jan. 20, taking down the Wildcats as 7.5-point road underdogs. Senior guard Micah Peavy had 24 points on 9 of 16 shooting, including a 6 of 9 mark from 3-point range.

    Standout freshman forward Thomas Sorber had a double-double in that game, finishing with 15 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. Sophomore guard Malik Mack had a team-high 13 points in the loss to St. John’s on Tuesday, knocking down 3 of 5 attempts from the perimeter. Butler is 2-11 in its last 13 games and is riding a five-game road losing streak.





    The Butler Bulldogs are set to face off against the Georgetown Hoyas in a Friday night showdown that promises to be a thrilling dog fight on the court.

    Both teams are coming off strong performances in their recent games and will be looking to continue their winning streaks. The Bulldogs have been led by their star player, who has been dominating the court with his scoring and defensive prowess. Meanwhile, the Hoyas have shown great teamwork and determination in their games, with multiple players stepping up to make big plays when it counts.

    This game is sure to be a battle of wills as both teams fight for the win and bragging rights. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready for a Friday night dog fight between the Butler Bulldogs and the Georgetown Hoyas. It’s going to be a game you won’t want to miss!

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  • Carrier Air Wing’s Key Priorities To Win In Future Pacific Fight Laid Out By Navy

    Carrier Air Wing’s Key Priorities To Win In Future Pacific Fight Laid Out By Navy


    U.S. Navy officials have laid out several priorities they say are key to ensuring the service’s carrier air wings will be able to succeed in future conflicts, especially a high-end fight in the Pacific. The MQ-25 Stingray tanker drone, which will help provide critical range extension and persistence for other aircraft, is the centerpiece of those efforts. New long-range weapons, advanced platforms that can penetrate deep into dense enemy air defense environments, and robust networks to support the kill chains that underpin all of this are also essential to the Navy’s current carrier-based airpower vision.

    Navy officers talked about the service’s carrier fleets and their air wings during a panel discussion, which TWZ attended, earlier today at the WEST 2025 conference.

    “MQ-25, plus long-range weapons and kill chains, plus a robust command and control, and platforms that can gain access to contested environments, are the vision and the key to the future of the carrier air wing to be able to operate out in the Pacific,” Capt. Lew Callaway, head of the Strike Aircraft and Weapons Branch within the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations’ Air Warfare Division, said. “I want to pivot to the MQ-25 because it’s the nearest, most important capability that we’re going to field in order to extend the range and the persistence of the carrier air wing.”

    Extending the reach of other aircraft in carrier air wing, as well as eliminating the need to use crewed F/A-18F Super Hornets in the tanker role, are the stated primary missions for the MQ-25. The Stingrays will also have a secondary intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capability. Though not mentioned explicitly during today’s panel at WEST 2025 there has also been talk about using the MQ-25, or future variants thereof, as a carrier-based standoff strike platform.

    Range and persistence have long been important considerations for carrier aviation operations, but are increasingly more so as threat air defense ecosystems grow. In addition to the growing risks they present to carrier-based aircraft, work by potential adversaries like China to expand their air defenses, as well as long-range strike capabilities, could easily limit access to land-based tankers that Navy carrier air wings, especially their shorter-legged tactical jets, often rely on today. The availability of bases on the ground, or lack thereof, could put further constraints on traditional aerial refueling support, especially during operations across the broad expanses of the Pacific.

    Last year, the Navy notably put out a contracting notice expressing interest in options for extending the unrefueled range of its F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fighters and EA-18G Growler electronic warfare jets. In recent years, the service has also been fielding E-2D Hawkeye airborne early warning and control aircraft with new inflight refueling capability.

    The MQ-25 program has been beset by delays and cost growth for years now. Navy Vice Adm. Daniel Cheever, the Navy’s top aviation officer, said separately at WEST 2025 that the service expects the first production representative Stingray to make its maiden flight before the end of this year and to fly from the deck of an actual carrier in 2026, according to Breaking Defense.

    Various ground and flight testing has already occurred using a demonstrator drone and the Navy has been otherwise working to lay the groundwork for the Stingray’s arrival. This includes the integration of new dedicated uncrewed aviation control centers on its carriers, which the service has made clear will be able to support additional pilotless platforms in the future.

    “One of the primary goals of MQ-25 is just going to be, for the first time, to integrate unmanned aviation into the air plan, into the day-to-day [operational tempo], so it just becomes second nature,” Capt. Callaway said today. “And we’re going to take a sequential mindset when it comes to follow-on unmanned vehicles.”

    “MQ-25 is absolutely the Navy’s push to make sure that we have demonstrated you can take an unmanned platform and put it on a carrier, but demonstration is way different than operating every single day,” Rear Adm. Keith Hash, head of the Naval Air Warfare Center’s Weapons Division and another one of the panelists, added. “I think we’re positioning ourselves so when MQ 25 starts flying this year, gets ready to go to the carrier in the near future, you know, we will make that robust. And when other options come along … [we] will be ready to accelerate those into the carrier environment [and] into other environments.”

    The MQ-25 demonstrator drone aboard the Nimitz class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush during testing. USN

    The Navy has a long-standing goal for its air wings to be up to 60 percent uncrewed in the future. Last year, the service also outlined a vision for a future fleet of lower-cost carrier-capable drones that might even be cheap enough to be optionally expendable, as you can read more about here. In addition, the Navy and the Air Force have a formal agreement to develop common architectures that will allow for the seamless exchange of control of uncrewed platforms between the services during future operations.

    Work on advanced uncrewed carrier-based aviation capabilities has exploded globally in recent years, as has potential interest in doing so. China is notably pursuing at least one stealthy flying wing-type uncrewed combat air vehicle (UCAV), the GJ-11 Sharp Sword, variants or derivatives of which look increasingly set to fly from at least some of the country’s carriers, as well as its new super-sized Type 076 amphibious assault ship. The U.S. military has no known analog to the GJ-11, land or carrier-based, having abandoned similar efforts, including the Unmanned Carrier-Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) program that preceded the MQ-25, around a decade ago. The United Kingdom, Turkey, and others are also actively pursuing different tiers of carrier-based drones.

    A model of a Chinese GJ-11 Sharp Sword flying wing UCAV on display.
    Yang Suping/VCG via Getty Images

    For the U.S. Navy, as Capt. Callaway noted, drones are only one part of a larger vision for the future of the service’s carrier air wings.

    “Long range weapons are probably [coming] right after the MQ-25 in time frame,” Callaway said. That is a “capability that gets us access anywhere we want, whether it be in the [Indo-]Pacific Command’s AOR [area of responsibility] … [or] wherever we need to put ordnance on target.”

    Callaway did not elaborate on the munitions or types of munitions in question. Last year, the Navy did formally unveil an air-launched version of its ship-launched multi-purpose SM-6 called the AIM-174B. The service has also said the missile is in at least limited service now with its Super Hornets being the current launch platform. TWZ has previously laid out in detail how the AIM-174B will be an especially key part of countering still expanding Chinese anti-access and area denial capabilities.

    The Navy is also looking to field air-launched air-breathing hypersonic anti-ship cruise missiles no later than 2029. Future versions of the missile being developed under the Hypersonic Air-Launched Offensive Anti-Surface Warfare (HALO) program could arm the service’s ships and submarines. There is the potential for it to be adapted for use against targets on land, as well.

    The AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended (AARGM-ER) and the AGM-158C-3 version of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) are also set to join the Navy’s air-launched arsenal in the coming years. Additional work is ongoing in the classified realm, as well.

    In terms of penetrating platforms for future carrier air wings, the Navy is pushing ahead with plans for a new sixth-generation crewed stealth combat jet, referred to currently as F/A-XX. The service said last October that it was getting close to picking a winning F/A-XX design and the hope is that the first examples will begin entering service in the 2030s.

    A rendering of notional U.S. Navy sixth-generation combat jets flying past an aircraft carrier. Boeing

    F/A-XX is set to replace the F/A-18E/F and the EA-18G, but both of those existing aircraft are currently expected to continue serving into the 2040s. F-35C Joint Strike Fighters, E-2 Hawkeyes, CMV-22 Osprey tilt-rotors, and MH-60 Seahawk helicopters are also set to remain parts of the Navy’s carrier air wings for years to come.

    As the carrier air wing’s reach and other capabilities grow, the need for new and improved networking capabilities will only increase. This is something TWZ has explored in-depth in the past.

    “We really need to be clear and understanding of the communications and the command and control and the enablers of that long-range kill chain that happens both after you go down the [catapult] shuttle [to launch off the carrier to] after you pull the trigger,” Capt. Callaway said.

    “We are adjusting and learning and growing and turning inside the circle of those who might bring harm to our folks and to our commerce and lines of communication, and so we’re working diligently on setting up our own long-range fires, kill chains, making them robust,” Rear Adm. Hash added. In addition, “can’t get into the details, as you can imagine … but there’s activity along the way to make sure that we can operate in a contested electronic warfare environment, that we have got use of that spectrum, and that we can prevent that spectrum from impacting us, giving us opportunity to surge in and surge out.”

    Altogether, the Navy’s future carrier air wing plans continue to coalesce a vision that has longer reach and greater persistence and that is more uncrewed, lethal, and interconnected than ever before.

    Contact the author: joe@twz.com



    The United States Navy has outlined the key priorities for Carrier Air Wing to succeed in future Pacific battles. As tensions rise in the region, the Navy is focusing on enhancing capabilities and readiness to maintain superiority in any potential conflict.

    Some of the key priorities include:

    1. Enhancing interoperability with allied forces: Cooperation and coordination with allied nations in the Pacific region will be crucial in ensuring success in future battles. The Navy is working to improve communication and coordination to effectively operate alongside partner nations.

    2. Investing in advanced technology: The Navy is prioritizing investment in cutting-edge technology to enhance the capabilities of Carrier Air Wing. This includes developing new weapons systems, sensors, and communication networks to stay ahead of potential adversaries.

    3. Training and readiness: The Navy is focused on ensuring that Carrier Air Wing personnel are well-trained and ready to respond to any threats. Regular training exercises and drills are conducted to maintain readiness and improve operational effectiveness.

    4. Maintaining a forward presence: The Navy is committed to maintaining a strong presence in the Pacific region to deter potential adversaries and respond quickly to any threats. Carrier Air Wing will play a crucial role in demonstrating American resolve and commitment to the region.

    By focusing on these key priorities, the Navy believes that Carrier Air Wing will be well-equipped to succeed in future Pacific battles and maintain American dominance in the region.

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    10. Naval combat strategy

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  • Carrier Air Wing’s Key Priorities To Win In Future Pacific Fight Laid Out By Navy


    U.S. Navy officials have laid out several priorities they say are key to ensuring the service’s carrier air wings will be able to succeed in future conflicts, especially a high-end fight in the Pacific. The MQ-25 Stingray tanker drone, which will help provide critical range extension and persistence for other aircraft, is the centerpiece of those efforts. New long-range weapons, advanced platforms that can penetrate deep into dense enemy air defense environments, and robust networks to support the kill chains that underpin all of this are also essential to the Navy’s current carrier-based airpower vision.

    Navy officers talked about the service’s carrier fleets and their air wings during a panel discussion, which TWZ attended, earlier today at the WEST 2025 conference.

    “MQ-25, plus long-range weapons and kill chains, plus a robust command and control, and platforms that can gain access to contested environments, are the vision and the key to the future of the carrier air wing to be able to operate out in the Pacific,” Capt. Lew Callaway, head of the Strike Aircraft and Weapons Branch within the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations’ Air Warfare Division, said. “I want to pivot to the MQ-25 because it’s the nearest, most important capability that we’re going to field in order to extend the range and the persistence of the carrier air wing.”

    Extending the reach of other aircraft in carrier air wing, as well as eliminating the need to use crewed F/A-18F Super Hornets in the tanker role, are the stated primary missions for the MQ-25. The Stingrays will also have a secondary intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capability. Though not mentioned explicitly during today’s panel at WEST 2025 there has also been talk about using the MQ-25, or future variants thereof, as a carrier-based standoff strike platform.

    Range and persistence have long been important considerations for carrier aviation operations, but are increasingly more so as threat air defense ecosystems grow. In addition to the growing risks they present to carrier-based aircraft, work by potential adversaries like China to expand their air defenses, as well as long-range strike capabilities, could easily limit access to land-based tankers that Navy carrier air wings, especially their shorter-legged tactical jets, often rely on today. The availability of bases on the ground, or lack thereof, could put further constraints on traditional aerial refueling support, especially during operations across the broad expanses of the Pacific.

    Last year, the Navy notably put out a contracting notice expressing interest in options for extending the unrefueled range of its F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fighters and EA-18G Growler electronic warfare jets. In recent years, the service has also been fielding E-2D Hawkeye airborne early warning and control aircraft with new inflight refueling capability.

    The MQ-25 program has been beset by delays and cost growth for years now. Navy Vice Adm. Daniel Cheever, the Navy’s top aviation officer, said separately at WEST 2025 that the service expects the first production representative Stingray to make its maiden flight before the end of this year and to fly from the deck of an actual carrier in 2026, according to Breaking Defense.

    Various ground and flight testing has already occurred using a demonstrator drone and the Navy has been otherwise working to lay the groundwork for the Stingray’s arrival. This includes the integration of new dedicated uncrewed aviation control centers on its carriers, which the service has made clear will be able to support additional pilotless platforms in the future.

    “One of the primary goals of MQ-25 is just going to be, for the first time, to integrate unmanned aviation into the air plan, into the day-to-day [operational tempo], so it just becomes second nature,” Capt. Callaway said today. “And we’re going to take a sequential mindset when it comes to follow-on unmanned vehicles.”

    “MQ-25 is absolutely the Navy’s push to make sure that we have demonstrated you can take an unmanned platform and put it on a carrier, but demonstration is way different than operating every single day,” Rear Adm. Keith Hash, head of the Naval Air Warfare Center’s Weapons Division and another one of the panelists, added. “I think we’re positioning ourselves so when MQ 25 starts flying this year, gets ready to go to the carrier in the near future, you know, we will make that robust. And when other options come along … [we] will be ready to accelerate those into the carrier environment [and] into other environments.”

    The MQ-25 demonstrator drone aboard the Nimitz class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush during testing. USN

    The Navy has a long-standing goal for its air wings to be up to 60 percent uncrewed in the future. Last year, the service also outlined a vision for a future fleet of lower-cost carrier-capable drones that might even be cheap enough to be optionally expendable, as you can read more about here. In addition, the Navy and the Air Force have a formal agreement to develop common architectures that will allow for the seamless exchange of control of uncrewed platforms between the services during future operations.

    Work on advanced uncrewed carrier-based aviation capabilities has exploded globally in recent years, as has potential interest in doing so. China is notably pursuing at least one stealthy flying wing-type uncrewed combat air vehicle (UCAV), the GJ-11 Sharp Sword, variants or derivatives of which look increasingly set to fly from at least some of the country’s carriers, as well as its new super-sized Type 076 amphibious assault ship. The U.S. military has no known analog to the GJ-11, land or carrier-based, having abandoned similar efforts, including the Unmanned Carrier-Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) program that preceded the MQ-25, around a decade ago. The United Kingdom, Turkey, and others are also actively pursuing different tiers of carrier-based drones.

    A model of a Chinese GJ-11 Sharp Sword flying wing UCAV on display.
    Yang Suping/VCG via Getty Images

    For the U.S. Navy, as Capt. Callaway noted, drones are only one part of a larger vision for the future of the service’s carrier air wings.

    “Long range weapons are probably [coming] right after the MQ-25 in time frame,” Callaway said. That is a “capability that gets us access anywhere we want, whether it be in the [Indo-]Pacific Command’s AOR [area of responsibility] … [or] wherever we need to put ordnance on target.”

    Callaway did not elaborate on the munitions or types of munitions in question. Last year, the Navy did formally unveil an air-launched version of its ship-launched multi-purpose SM-6 called the AIM-174B. The service has also said the missile is in at least limited service now with its Super Hornets being the current launch platform. TWZ has previously laid out in detail how the AIM-174B will be an especially key part of countering still expanding Chinese anti-access and area denial capabilities.

    The Navy is also looking to field air-launched air-breathing hypersonic anti-ship cruise missiles no later than 2029. Future versions of the missile being developed under the Hypersonic Air-Launched Offensive Anti-Surface Warfare (HALO) program could arm the service’s ships and submarines. There is the potential for it to be adapted for use against targets on land, as well.

    The AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended (AARGM-ER) and the AGM-158C-3 version of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) are also set to join the Navy’s air-launched arsenal in the coming years. Additional work is ongoing in the classified realm, as well.

    In terms of penetrating platforms for future carrier air wings, the Navy is pushing ahead with plans for a new sixth-generation crewed stealth combat jet, referred to currently as F/A-XX. The service said last October that it was getting close to picking a winning F/A-XX design and the hope is that the first examples will begin entering service in the 2030s.

    A rendering of notional U.S. Navy sixth-generation combat jets flying past an aircraft carrier. Boeing

    F/A-XX is set to replace the F/A-18E/F and the EA-18G, but both of those existing aircraft are currently expected to continue serving into the 2040s. F-35C Joint Strike Fighters, E-2 Hawkeyes, CMV-22 Osprey tilt-rotors, and MH-60 Seahawk helicopters are also set to remain parts of the Navy’s carrier air wings for years to come.

    As the carrier air wing’s reach and other capabilities grow, the need for new and improved networking capabilities will only increase. This is something TWZ has explored in-depth in the past.

    “We really need to be clear and understanding of the communications and the command and control and the enablers of that long-range kill chain that happens both after you go down the [catapult] shuttle [to launch off the carrier to] after you pull the trigger,” Capt. Callaway said.

    “We are adjusting and learning and growing and turning inside the circle of those who might bring harm to our folks and to our commerce and lines of communication, and so we’re working diligently on setting up our own long-range fires, kill chains, making them robust,” Rear Adm. Hash added. In addition, “can’t get into the details, as you can imagine … but there’s activity along the way to make sure that we can operate in a contested electronic warfare environment, that we have got use of that spectrum, and that we can prevent that spectrum from impacting us, giving us opportunity to surge in and surge out.”

    Altogether, the Navy’s future carrier air wing plans continue to coalesce a vision that has longer reach and greater persistence and that is more uncrewed, lethal, and interconnected than ever before.

    Contact the author: joe@twz.com



    The United States Navy has outlined the key priorities for Carrier Air Wing to succeed in future Pacific battles. As tensions rise in the region, the Navy is focusing on enhancing capabilities and readiness to maintain superiority in any potential conflict.

    Some of the key priorities include:

    1. Enhancing interoperability with allied forces: Cooperation and coordination with allied nations in the Pacific region will be crucial in ensuring success in future battles. The Navy is working to improve communication and coordination to effectively operate alongside partner nations.

    2. Investing in advanced technology: The Navy is prioritizing investment in cutting-edge technology to enhance the capabilities of Carrier Air Wing. This includes developing new weapons systems, sensors, and communication networks to stay ahead of potential adversaries.

    3. Training and readiness: The Navy is focused on ensuring that Carrier Air Wing personnel are well-trained and ready to respond to any threats. Regular training exercises and drills are conducted to maintain readiness and improve operational effectiveness.

    4. Maintaining a forward presence: The Navy is committed to maintaining a strong presence in the Pacific region to deter potential adversaries and respond quickly to any threats. Carrier Air Wing will play a crucial role in demonstrating American resolve and commitment to the region.

    By focusing on these key priorities, the Navy believes that Carrier Air Wing will be well-equipped to succeed in future Pacific battles and maintain American dominance in the region.

    Tags:

    1. Carrier Air Wing
    2. Navy
    3. Pacific fight
    4. Key priorities
    5. Future warfare
    6. Naval strategy
    7. Military tactics
    8. Air superiority
    9. Pacific theater
    10. Naval combat strategy

    #Carrier #Air #Wings #Key #Priorities #Win #Future #Pacific #Fight #Laid #Navy

  • Michael Strahan: “I Don’t Want to Die”: Michael Strahan’s Daughter Isabella Strahan Inspiring Fight Against Cancer, Featured in Life Interrupted on ABC | NFL News


    "I Don't Want to Die": Michael Strahan's Daughter Isabella Strahan Inspiring Fight Against Cancer, Featured in Life Interrupted on ABC
    Former NFL star Michael Strahan shares his emotional journey in an upcoming ABC special, documenting his daughter Isabella’s battle with medulloblastoma, a form of brain cancer. Diagnosed at 19, Isabella faced grueling treatments but emerged cancer-free by mid-2024. Her fight for life not only shaped her own path but deeply impacted Strahan’s perspective on family and priorities.

    The former New York Giants star and TV personality broke down in tears as he shared the most terrifying chapter of his life—watching his daughter fight brain cancer. In Life Interrupted, an ABC special to be released soon, Strahan shares the raw and painful emotions of watching his 19-year-old daughter get diagnosed with medulloblastoma-an aggressive form of brain cancer-in October 2023. The trailer of the documentary captures his heartbreak as he recalls the moment he first heard the diagnosis:“The first thing that went through my mind was this must be a mistake. It didn’t seem real.”

    Isabella Strahan’s Inspiring Story

    Strahan, known for his dominance in the NFL, found himself in unfamiliar territory—one where his strength and skills meant nothing. His daughter’s battle wasn’t one he could fight for her. The seven-time Pro Bowler admitted his fear, saying, “Oh my. You’re just scared.” No game plan, no strategy—just helplessness as he watched Isabella struggle through a grueling fight for her life.
    Before cancer sent her world spinning, Isabella was cutting out a niche for herself in the modeling world, strutting down the Sherri Hill runway with poise. After then enduring torturous brain surgery, she had to learn to walk and talk again—an utterly impossible hurdle for an otherwise vibrant young woman whose entire future lay before her. In the movie trailer, Isabella’s poignant words strike like a sledgehammer: “I’d do anything. I don’t want to die.”

    A Fighter’s Spirit: Isabella’s Road to Recovery

    Isabella never let the cancer diagnosis define her. She attacked chemotherapy and radiation treatments with a determination that mirrored her father once battling relentless NFL defenses. By July 2024, it paid off. Doctors declared her cancer-free, and she didn’t waste a minute returning to USC for her sophomore year, ready to reclaim her dreams.
    However, her journey did not only change her; it changed her dad. According to Strahan: “This gave him a new life perspective: “At the end of the day, the most important thing is your kids, your family, your loved ones—just to hold them close to you.”

    Turning Pain into Purpose

    Isabella isn’t just moving forward; she’s turning her journey into a source of inspiration and support for others. Through her YouTube vlogs, she shares her experiences with honesty and resilience, offering hope to those facing similar battles. But she doesn’t stop there—she’s also actively raising funds for the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, ensuring that patients and their families have access to the resources, treatment, and support they need. By using her voice and platform, Isabella is making a real impact, proving that even in the face of adversity, one person can spark meaningful change.

    As for Strahan, life has thrown him plenty of challenges, but none compare to this. Now a proud grandfather and an even prouder father, he watches Isabella move forward—stronger, wiser, and ready to take on the world.
    And if there’s one thing we can learn from Isabella Strahan, it’s that true strength isn’t just about surviving—it’s about thriving. Life Interrupted airs soon on ABC.
    Also read – How Travis Kelce’s Rude Words Pushed Nikko Remigio to a Breakout AFC Championship Moment





    Former NFL star and TV personality Michael Strahan is facing a new battle off the field as his daughter, Isabella Strahan, fights against cancer. In a recent interview, Strahan opened up about his fears and hopes for his daughter’s health, saying “I don’t want to die before she does.”

    Isabella Strahan, 16, was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer earlier this year, and has been undergoing treatment ever since. Despite the challenges she faces, Isabella has remained strong and resilient, inspiring her family and friends with her positive attitude and determination.

    Isabella’s story is being featured in an upcoming episode of the ABC series Life Interrupted, which follows the lives of young people facing serious medical challenges. The episode will showcase Isabella’s journey and her unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.

    Michael Strahan has been vocal about his daughter’s battle with cancer, using his platform to raise awareness and support for others facing similar struggles. He has urged his fans and followers to support cancer research and treatment efforts, emphasizing the importance of early detection and access to quality care.

    As Isabella continues her fight against cancer, Michael Strahan remains hopeful for her recovery and grateful for the outpouring of love and support from fans and well-wishers. He is determined to do everything in his power to ensure his daughter’s health and happiness, and is committed to being by her side every step of the way.

    Stay tuned for Isabella Strahan’s inspiring story on Life Interrupted, and join Michael Strahan in his fight against cancer. Together, we can make a difference and support those in need during their darkest moments.

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  • UFC Fight Night 250: B/R Main Card Staff Predictions | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors


    Nassourdine Imavov punches Brendan Allen.

    Nassourdine Imavov punches Brendan Allen.Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC

    Haris Kruskic: It does feel like Adesanya is in the twilight of his career after three losses in his last four fights, but I still think he’s looked pretty good in those losses aside from the Sean Strickland bout.

    Meanwhile, Imavov has failed to jump off the page during his three-fight win streak. His most recent fight against Brendan Allen did nothing to alleviate concerns he may not be ready for title contention quite yet.

    I’m going with Adesanya’s skill advantage over Imavov’s youth.

    Prediction: Adesanya by unanimous decision

    Nick Akerman: This is one of those fights that can be tougher than expected to predict.

    My mind is telling me there’s little chance Imavov will defeat Adesanya, even after Izzy’s skid. It’s also saying this could be over quickly in favour of The Last Stylebender, who possesses a myriad of options to dispatch an opponent who is facing a giant step up in quality.

    But MMA doesn’t always work like that. Even though I think Adesanya wins comfortably, something is nagging me.

    Prediction: Adesanya via unanimous decision

    Tom Taylor: I feel like there were some way more interesting matchups to be made for Adesanya at this stage of his career, but here we are.

    For me, the outcome of this fight really comes down to how seriously the former champ is taking the challenge. He’s still young enough at 35 that he should be able to beat Imavov handily—assuming he’s feeling energized and motivated.

    Despite all of his pre-fight assurances, though, I’m not sure that will be the case. Would you be excited to fight a tough but unspectacular contender like Imavov after competing in 12 straight title fights and making boatloads of money in the process? I’ve got to be honest with myself, I don’t think I would.

    All that is to say, I think Adesanya will get it done, but there are enough variables at play that I’m not confident.

    Prediction: Adesanya by unanimous decision

    Lyle Fitzsimmons: Some of the other guys have made an allowance that an upset could happen but wouldn’t pull the trigger on it.

    Well, here’s my bang, bang.

    Do I believe Adesanya is an all-time great? Absolutely. But I also believe the recent stretch might not be a mirage, and he may be running into a young, hungry guy in a lower-profile bout at precisely the wrong time.

    Prediction: Imavov by split decision





    UFC Fight Night 250: B/R Main Card Staff Predictions

    As UFC Fight Night 250 approaches, the main card is stacked with exciting matchups that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats. Our B/R staff has analyzed the fighters, their strengths and weaknesses, and have come up with their predictions for each fight on the main card.

    Check out our predictions below:

    1. Main Event: (Lightweight) Dustin Poirier vs. Charles Oliveira
    Prediction: Poirier via TKO in the third round

    2. Co-Main Event: (Welterweight) Geoff Neal vs. Santiago Ponzinibbio
    Prediction: Neal via unanimous decision

    3. (Lightweight) Rafael Fiziev vs. Brad Riddell
    Prediction: Fiziev via knockout in the second round

    4. (Featherweight) Andre Fili vs. Daniel Pineda
    Prediction: Fili via submission in the first round

    5. (Women’s Strawweight) Amanda Lemos vs. Angela Hill
    Prediction: Lemos via split decision

    Stay tuned for all the latest news, scores, highlights, stats, and rumors leading up to UFC Fight Night 250. Who do you think will come out on top in these exciting matchups? Let us know in the comments.

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  • UFC Fight Night: Expert picks and best bets for Adesanya vs. Imavov


    Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya looks to end a two-fight losing streak as he takes on Nassourdine Imavov in the main event of a matinee UFC Fight Night on Saturday (noon ET on ESPN+, with prelims at 9 a.m. on ESPN+).

    Adesanya’s past two fights were challenges to regain the title against Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis, respectively. He is No. 4 in ESPN’s divisional rankings. Imavov, a rising contender, enters the fight riding a three-fight winning streak. He is ESPN’s No. 7-ranked middleweight.

    Brett Okamoto spoke to former UFC women’s featherweight and ESPN analyst Megan Anderson to get her perspective on the main event. ESPN betting expert Ian Parker adds insight and analysis on the main event and other intriguing bets he likes on the card.

    Editor’s note: Responses have been edited for brevity and clarity.

    Middleweight: Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov



    UFC Fight Night: Expert picks and best bets for Adesanya vs. Imavov

    This weekend, UFC Fight Night will feature a highly anticipated middleweight bout between Israel Adesanya and Nasrudin Imavov. As two rising stars in the division, this fight is sure to be action-packed and full of excitement.

    If you’re looking to place some bets on this exciting matchup, we’ve got you covered with our expert picks and best bets for Adesanya vs. Imavov:

    1. Israel Adesanya to win by TKO/KO – Adesanya is known for his striking prowess and has the ability to finish fights in spectacular fashion. We think he will be able to land a clean shot on Imavov and secure a TKO or KO victory.

    2. Over 1.5 rounds – Both fighters are skilled and durable, so we expect this fight to go beyond the first round. Betting on over 1.5 rounds could be a safe bet for this matchup.

    3. Fight to go the distance – If you’re looking for a riskier bet with higher odds, consider placing a wager on the fight going the distance. Both Adesanya and Imavov are tough competitors, so this fight could potentially go all three rounds.

    Overall, we believe that Adesanya has the edge in this matchup and will come out on top. However, anything can happen in MMA, so make sure to do your research and place your bets wisely. Good luck and enjoy the fights!

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  • LSU’s Sa’Myah Smith to be suspended after fight vs. Oklahoma


    In the first quarter of LSU women’s basketball’s top-15 matchup with Oklahoma, the high-stakes, contentious gameplay turned into a fight.

    After the whistle was blown, redshirt sophomore forward Sa’Myah Smith got tied up with an Oklahoma player under the hoop and shoved her forcefully.

    Another Oklahoma player, Liz Scott, retaliated with a shove of her own. Both were ejected and will be suspended for the next game, per the SEC’s rules.

    Smith will now miss LSU’s matchup with Mississippi State on Sunday.

    In a still contentious second quarter, Oklahoma head coach Jennie Baranczyk was assessed a technical for her interaction with a referee. 

    In addition, LSU center Aalyah Del Rosario was assessed a flagrant foul for another scrum under the basket.

    At halftime, LSU led the physical matchup 52-42.



    LSU’s Sa’Myah Smith to be suspended after fight vs. Oklahoma

    LSU’s star player Sa’Myah Smith is set to face suspension after a heated altercation with an Oklahoma player during their recent game. The incident occurred in the second quarter of the game, with tensions running high between the two teams.

    Smith was seen throwing punches and engaging in a physical altercation with the opposing player, resulting in both players being ejected from the game. The incident has sparked outrage among fans and officials, with many calling for swift action to be taken against Smith.

    LSU has announced that they will be suspending Smith for their next game as a result of his actions. The team has also issued a statement condemning the behavior displayed by Smith and emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship and respect on and off the field.

    It remains to be seen how long Smith’s suspension will last, but it is clear that his actions have consequences. Fans and teammates alike are disappointed in Smith’s behavior, and are hopeful that he will learn from this experience and come back stronger and more disciplined in the future.

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