Mixed martial arts is an exciting and unpredictable sport. UFC Fight Night in Austin over the weekend showcased this unpredictability with two rare slam knockout finishes in back-to-back fights. Anything is possible in MMA, making bold predictions an important part of the sport, as demonstrated by past attempts to predict events in the sport. The predictions made for events in 2023 show how even the boldest predictions can come true, or be wildly off base. For example, the prediction of Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz being the most interesting combat crossover ever was proved wrong, while Megan Anderson’s prediction of Leon Edwards upsetting Kamaru Usman again was correct. Ultimately, the unpredictability of MMA keeps fans on their toes, as anything can happen in this action-packed sport.
