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UFC 132 Preview: The Prelims

Jason ProbstJun 30, 2011
Jeff Hougland (above) is searching for a breakout win. | Photo: Jeff Sherwood


Bantamweights
Jeff Hougland (9-4, 0-0 UFC) vs. Donny Walker (15-6, 0-0 UFC)

The Matchup: With the smallest roster of competitors, the UFC’s 135-pound division is probably the easiest class for a debuting fighter to make some noise. Hougland and Walker, who turned professional in 2002 and 2004, respectively, are fairly experienced veterans looking for a breakout win in their debut on the big stage.

On film, this one looks like a tossup, with Hougland having a slight edge in takedown ability and Walker possessing cleaner standup. Hougland fights like the kind of guy who relies on toughness to take him where physical ability will not, so it will be up to Walker to keep it technical.

The Pick: Hougland by second-round KO.

Jason Probst can be reached at Jason@jasonprobst.com or twitter.com/jasonprobst.