UFC Fight Night 175 Prediction: Anthony Smith vs Glover Teixeira

With UFC 249 in the past, it’s now time to shift focus to UFC Fight Night 175 or UFC on ESPN+ 29. Here are the predictions for Anthony Smith vs Glover Teixeira.

UFC Fight Night 175 is a unique card. The gap between the last card (UFC 249) and this one is not even a week. As promised, the company President, Dana White will put up three events within eight days. Like the previous event, this card will also feature an empty arena.

Anthony Smith and Glover Teixeira will headline the card. Smith, who is coming off an incredible win over Alexander Gustafsson, will look forward to jumping back into title contention. On the other hand, the 40-year-old Teixeira will try to improve his win streak to 4.

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Anthony Smith vs Glover Teixeira: The Prediction 

Smith’s career has blown up since he moved up to light heavyweight. He even fought for the title—which may have never been possible at middleweight—against Jon Jones. ‘Lionheart’ may not be the most skilled fighter in the division but as his nickname suggests, he is one of the toughest athletes in the weight class.

His striking is as good as his ground game. In the past, he has scored devastating knockouts over legends like Rashad Evans and Mauricio Rua. Submitting a fighter like Gustafsson also proved his prowess on the ground. If Smith can submit people on the ground, should he fight there?

No, at least not in this fight. Teixeira is a dangerous BJJ artist with a second-degree black belt. Two out of his last three fights ended in a submission. However, that does not mean that he cannot strike. Surprisingly, the Brazilian’s 17 out of 30 wins came through either KO or TKO.

So who wins the fight? With age and agility on his side, Smith will get the better of Teixeira. Smith is also a better striker who will keep Teixeira at bay and land devastating elbows if the Brazilian tries to close the distance. The fight will end in the early rounds via a knockout.

Anthony Smith Obliterates Mauricio Rua in round 1

Winner: Anthony Smith (Round 1, KO)