UFC 127 Preview: The Prelims

Maciej Jewtuszko file photo

Jewtuszko turned heads at WEC 50.

The Matchup: With some 70 lightweights signed to the current UFC roster, nobody fights under the threat of a quick pink slip quite like the guys at 155 pounds. There is not a lot of room for losses, especially at the lower level of the division.

Jewtuszko is a talented, aggressive striker, while Warburton finds himself in dire need of a victory after dropping a decision to veteran Spencer Fisher at UFC 120.

Look for Jewtuszko to set the pace early with his attacking style, as Warburton tries to counter. On the ground, Jewtuszko should be able to stay even or stymie Warburton’s attempts to take it there.

The Pick: Jewtuszko by second-round KO.

Next Fight: Perosh vs. Blackledge