Fight Analysis: This is one of the easier battles to predict, IMO. While Mirko has the talent to lay a mighty kick on Frank, Mir has a hell of a chin and excellent stand up skills. I see Mir feeling out Cro Cop in the early minute of the match and then letting his hands go more and more as the round progresses. Mir’s stand up is crisp and looking better each fight that he has. He will hit Mirko with a combination, knocking him down to the canvas. Mir will swarm quickly and a submission will be VERY quick to follow.

Prediction: Mir by Submission

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Our second prediction is (I believe) the ‘co-main event’. Although I hate that categorization, I do like this matchup.

Mirko Cro Cop
Mirko Cro Cop is a Croatian fighter who had a storied career in Pride. Since is foray into the UFC, his prowess has declined and he has left his trademark high kicks and favors punching. He is slower and has not looked great since starting in the UFC, but still has fearsome standup skills.

Pat Barry
Pat Barry has incredible leg kicks (many say the strongest in the division and maybe the UFC). He has a great stand up game.

Prediction: This fight , without a doubt, will be a stand up match. Look for Mirko to start slow, but finish this fight in the second round by TKO.