5 Main Card Predictions For The Ultimate Fighter 20 Finale

1. Carla Esparza vs. Rose Namajunas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbgJzWQOjuc Weight Class: Strawweight There was one clear favourite to win The Ultimate Fighter 20, and that was Invicta strawweight champion Carla Esparza. Unsurprisingly, she's fought her way to a spot in the finale. Meeting her will be Rose Namajunas. Prior to TUF 20, Namajunas was known as "Pat Berry's Girlfriend" - but she has more than made a name for herself over the course of the show. One of the most likeable and talented fighters to appear in the competition, making it to the final was a bit of a surprise, but well earned. There's a massive experience difference here however. Esparza is 10-2, Namajunas 3-1. While record isn't everything, Esparza was the Invicta champ, and has fought some of the best names in the sport. Namajunas is still just 22, and is still developing as a fighter. Esparza's fight in the semi-finals was a back-and-forth striking exchange, Namajunas wound up winning on the ground, submitting Randa Markos by Kimura. Both fighters were pressed, and both fought through adversity. Who takes this? We're pulling for Rose, but realistically, Esparza has the edge here. Will it go five rounds? There's a good chance, but we'll call Esparza by third round TKO.