UFC 248 Predictions

Although both men are at the bottom half of the welterweight division's top-20 fighters, Neil Magny and Li Jingliang are always one impressive performance away from becoming contenders at 170lb. Considering they both have drastically different styles, it'll truly be a battle of whoever is able to implement their gameplan first.

Magny, who hasn't competed since November 2018 due to a USADA violation, is the more of a safety first than attack-minded. While his striking is good and a solid threat, he's mostly comfortable pulverizing opponents from the top position using ground and pound. His top control is definitely some of te best in the division and has stifled plenty of top 170lbers.

If Magny is more a cautious in his approach, then Jingliang is the exact opposite. The 31-year old from China is pure chaos inside the Octagon, landing powerful fight-finishing strikes throughout his fights. His last two victories have earned him Performance of the Night bonuses, so it's safe to say that he's always looking to end the fight.

Although Jingliang is very exciting to watch, his aggresive style opens him up to a number of counters. Magny might not have fought in over a year, but his fight IQ should still be sharp enough that he's able to take advantage of those flaws and end Jingliang's three-fight win streak.

Neil Magny via unanimous decision