[tycobb]

I am of the opinion that is more likely that Penn finishes Hughes rather then vice-versa.

Hughes keys to victory: Cardio, strength. Doubt he can sub or tKO unless total exhaustion sets in on Bj's part. His Jiu Jitsu, although improved is not as good as Penn's. His striking, although imprioved is not as good as Penn's. His wrestling is the only advantage he has and that is a skill that can win fights but not a skill that finishes them (or rarely).

Penn's keys to victory: Superior striking. Standing, BJ has the advantage. Superior jiujitsu, world champ... need i say more. Penn has subbed him before, he can sub him again.

it is likely that if this fight gets out of the first (I think it will), that Bj gets taken down at some point. Penn has an amazing defensive guard making it difficult to land damaging blows. I doubt matt will be able to stop him unless bj comes in unprepared and gasses later in the fight.

- penn can finish this in a variety of ways, but if the fight gets out of the third round... I would predict Hughes wins by decision. this fight will be similiar to the GSP fight I think, but penn might be more agressive on the ground.


my prediction is Penn by sub, early round 3... i hope Hughes wins though so GSP can take the belt.