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Special to ESPN.com- Reed Kuhn is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and strategy and analytics consultant. He is the author of "Fightnomics: The Hidden Numbers and Science in Mixed Martial Arts," the first book to quantify drivers and performance metrics in combat sports.
The lightweight title picture won't feel official until the defending champ Charles Oliveira faces unofficial champ Dustin Poirier, who is coming off back-to-back finishes of Conor McGregor. It's a fantastic matchup between two guys who appear to be at their peak.
Early prelims start at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+, prelims are at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN2/ESPN+, and the main card begins at 10 p.m. ET on PPV. Ian Parker and Reed Kuhn are here to give you their favorite plays and props.
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