UFC Fight Night: Covington Vs. Lawler Predictions

While most eyes are fixed firmly at the top of the UFC's lightweight division, there should be attention paid around the mid-range of the weight class too. You have a perfect example of why with the match-up between Joaquim Silva and Nasrar Haqparast.

Both gentlemen have looked quite impressive since they joined the UFC. Haqparast had a fantastic scrap in his last fight against Thibault Gouti, earning himself Fight of the Night honours in the process. Not to be outdone, Silva also earned himself an extra $50,000 dollars in a brutal battle with Jared Gordon. Despite being tagged himself, Silva managed to rally and land a sensational knockout in the third round.

Both men are extremely well-rounded, which makes it a difficult fight to pick as there're no glaring weaknesses. It really comes down to which of these fighters can set a pace that the other can't handle. From watching their appearances in the Octagon, it seems like Haqparast might have the advantage in that area. However, it's a very slight advantage, so expect an exciting, back-and-forth fight between the two.