UFC 248 Predictions
2. Zhang Weili Vs. Joanna Jędrzejczyk
After annihilating Jessica Andrade in 42 seconds and winning the UFC strawweight title in the process, Zhang Weili has proven that the hype surrounding her arrival in the promotion was well deserved.
Although Andrade was definitely a dangerous opponent, the biggest challenge of her career will happen in her first title fight against longtime former 115lb champion, Joanna Jędrzejczyk.
Anyone who has kept an eye on the women's strawweight division - which is clearly the most talent stacked out all of the female weight classes - already knows what Jędrzejczyk brings to the table. Vicious Muay Thai, exceptional cardio and the sort of sprawl and brawl style that would make Chuck Liddell tip his hat.
It's quite clear that her skills are still there, but she's looked slightly slower in her last few performances. While that loss of speed might be enough to defeat Michelle Waterson, Zhang Weili is a completely different animal. Not only is she a phenomenal athlete, she's also got the tools and the fight IQ to set her power shots up and land big on Jędrzejczyk.
While it will be far from the easiest challenge ever, Zhang Weili should be able to defeat the former champion and solidify her growing legacy even further
Zhang Weili via unanimous decision