UFC 313 – Severe MMA Staff Predictions

The long-awaited showdown between UFC Light Heavyweight king Alex “Poatan” Pereira and former title challenger Magomed Ankalaev is finally upon us. The two-weight Brazilian champion is riding high on a 5-fight winning streak, and will be looking to build on a stellar 2024 campaign with his first title defense of the year.

In the co-main event, Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev will square off in a rematch after the Azerbaijani fighter stepped in on short notice to replace the injured Dan Hooker.

For a full breakdown of the card, check out The Preview Show on YouTube. For now, here are the Severe MMA main card staff picks:

2025 Leaderboard Standings:

PositionNameOverall RecordPerfect Picks
1=Caoilte De Barra8-24
1=Harry Williams8-24
1=Paul Browne8-24
4Ian O’Neill7-36
5Harry Powell7-33
6Seán Sheehan6-45
7=Sean Denny6-43
7=Theo Lander6-43
9Patrick Sheehan6-42
10Andy Stevenson5-51
11Graeme McDonnell4-61
Andy is a multimedia reporter, interviewer, writer, with a strong focus on Irish MMA. Co-host of The Auld Triangle podcast. Follow Andy on Twitter (@andyste123) and Instagram (@andystevensonMMA).

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