Robert Emerson

I think that Machida is a very tough opponent for Rashad. Mashida's style makes him very hard to fight, and he seems so focused and dedicated, a true martial artist. Rashad is going to have to close the gap if he wants to land those hammers he throws, but Lyoto's movement is so good i think he's gonna have a hard time landing. If Lyoto can fight his fight and elude those power shots like he always seems to do... then see him walking away with a decision.

Amir Sadollah

It’s hard to make an educated guess, but I think Machida can do it.

Mike Brown

I think Machida... he’s so elusive, but this is a great high level fight.

Phil "N.Y.B.A" Baroni

I think Evans.

Joe Duarte

This is going to be an interesting fight. Machida is very hard to hit and Rashad is very fast and athletic. It’s a hard fight to call, but I think Evans is the tougher fighter, but that’s not to say Machida won’t grind out a win. On this one I got to go with Rashad, just because I think he’s evolved enough to stand with Machida and he’s too much of an athlete.

Benji Radach

This is a great fight and a tough one to call. Both fighters are solid on the ground and on their feet. I believe this fight will be all about the style differences. Machida tends to be more relaxed and patient and Evans seems to be a better wrestler with a more boxing style stand up. This makes for a very exciting fight, but also could turn into a very slow cautious fight. I always hope for an exciting fist flying battle. We will see!

Rich Clementi

I think Evans is a really tough package. To be honest at first I really wasn’t a fan of his, but how can you deny his well roundedness and his athleticism. He is the total package. If he’s smart he will pressure hard. If not, it will be a boring fight with both guys looking to counter… gonna go with Evans in this one.

Ryan Bader

I have Rashad by decision. If Rashad uses his wrestling along with his other tools he will edge it out.

Manny Gamburyan

It’s a very tough one too call... but it's going to be a good one!

Martin Kampmann

I will go with Evans!

Kit Cope

I'm picking Rashad for this fight. The problem that everyone has had with Machida is that they all fall into HIS game plan and don't implement their own. I think Rashad is too smart for that, and even if he isn't Greg Jackson is. I think it'll be a very strategically fought bout with Evans frustrating Machida for a change.

Danillo Villefort

Evans will be surprised with Lyoto's BJJ bro, people don’t know how good he is on the ground! It will be a really good match, Evans is in very good shape as well… so let's see what this guys gonna bring to the war!

Andre Winner

I like both fighters. I would like to see Rashad win this fight... but I think Machida will win just because he is so awkward.