UFC Fight Night 288: Noche 4 Full Card Predictions!

Jean Silva vs Jose Miguel Delgado
Pick: Jean Silva to win

For the main event, I like Jean Silva’s side. Delgado comes in with a strong record and dangerous momentum, but this matchup clearly leans toward Silva for me. He has already proven himself at a higher level, brings more speed, more power, and looks like the fighter who is closer to elite featherweight level right now.

One of Silva’s biggest weapons is his aggressive but controlled pressure. He does not just move forward recklessly. He knows when to change tempo, when to attack the body, and when to explode with damaging combinations. Against Delgado, that can be the difference. If Silva forces his rhythm early, Delgado may quickly find himself fighting at a pace he does not fully control.

The level of experience also matters. Delgado is dangerous, but Silva has already seen the kind of UFC-level speed and intensity that prepares a fighter for a main event spot. In a five-round fight, it is not enough to arrive with a good record. You need to handle the pressure, the spotlight, the pace, and the moments when the first plan does not work. Silva looks more ready for that type of fight.

On the feet, Silva is the more explosive and dangerous finisher. Delgado’s best chance is to slow him down, clinch, disrupt the rhythm, and avoid long striking exchanges. But if this fight stays standing for extended periods, Silva’s speed, power and aggression should decide the key moments.

For me, this is a clear Silva pick. He has proven more, he is the more dangerous offensive fighter, and he looks like someone moving toward the featherweight elite.

Concrete pick: Jean Silva to win

Brandon Moreno vs Joseph Morales
Pick: Brandon Moreno to win
Moreno is more experienced, more proven at the highest level, and has been through championship-level fights. Morales is in good form, but Moreno has seen elite flyweight pace, pressure and five-round situations. His technique, cardio and experience make him the pick.

Tommy McMillen vs Marwan Rahiki
Pick: Tommy McMillen to win
McMillen is unbeaten, has momentum, and looks structured enough to control this fight. Rahiki is also unbeaten, but McMillen’s cleaner development curve and more reliable style make him the side I prefer.

Manon Fiorot vs Alexa Grasso
Pick: Alexa Grasso to win
Grasso brings cleaner boxing, better combinations and championship experience. Fiorot is strong and athletic, but Grasso is sharper in the pocket and can win the important exchanges if she gets into mid-range.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Curtis Blaydes
Pick: Waldo Cortes-Acosta to win
Cortes-Acosta looks fresher, more active and more reliable on the feet. Blaydes has the bigger name, but if Waldo keeps the fight standing, his jab, volume and durability can carry the rounds.

David Martinez vs Dan Ige
Pick: David Martinez to win
Martinez is younger, faster and coming in with momentum. Ige is experienced and tough, but Martinez’s pace, freshness and attacking rhythm can make this a difficult fight for him.

Tim Elliott vs Edgar Chairez
Pick: Edgar Chairez to win
Chairez is the fresher and more dangerous finishing threat. Elliott is awkward and experienced, but Chairez is more direct, sharper, and dangerous both on the feet and in submission situations.

Ignacio Bahamondes vs Muslim Salikhov
Pick: Ignacio Bahamondes to win
Bahamondes has the size, length and kicking game to control this matchup. Salikhov is experienced, but Bahamondes is younger, longer and can break his rhythm with straight shots and long-range kicks.

Yousri Belgaroui vs Djorden Santos
Pick: Yousri Belgaroui to win
Belgaroui is on a different level as a striker. He is long, technical and very experienced on the feet. If this stays in a kickboxing rhythm, Santos will have a very hard time matching his distance control and precision.

Rafa Garcia vs Rongzhu
Pick: Rongzhu to win
Rongzhu brings fresher momentum and better striking activity. Garcia is tough and can pressure, but if Rongzhu avoids long grappling control, he can win the cleaner striking rounds.

J.J. Aldrich vs Regina Tarin
Pick: J.J. Aldrich to win
Aldrich’s experience is the key here. Tarin is unbeaten, but this is a big step up. Aldrich has faced better opposition and should be able to control distance and win the cleaner moments.

Drakkar Klose vs Thomas Gantt
Pick: Drakkar Klose to win
Klose is more experienced, more tested and physically difficult at lightweight. Gantt is unbeaten, but this is a major test. Klose can win by pressure, strength and forcing uncomfortable exchanges.

Jessie Rosas vs Sean King III
Pick: Jessie Rosas to win
Rosas is young, dangerous and developing well. King is unbeaten, but Rosas has the sharper finishing instinct and more dynamic upside. If he starts fast, he can take control early.

Strongest Picks

• Jean Silva to win
• Edgar Chairez to win
• Yousri Belgaroui to win
• Ignacio Bahamondes to win