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Written by: Danny Albers Bantamweight Bout Ricky Simon (20-6) VS Vinicius Oliveira (21-3) Result: Vinicius Oliveira wins by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) Vinicius Oliveira is one of the most impressive prospects in the UFC. Ricky Simon is a huge challenge this early in his career, and Oliveira embraced the challenge and dictated the fight. I thought he respected Simon’s striking a bit too much and both men looked hesitant to engage, but Oliveira’s energy was unmatched. Oliveira is now 3-0 in the UFC, and I don’t think it’s crazy to think he gets a top 15 opponent. Predicting Vinicius Oliveira’s Next Fight: Pedro Munhoz Flyweight Bout Rei Tsuruya (10-0) VS Carlos Hernandez (9-4) Result: Rei Tsuruya wins by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) There are some impressive fighters coming up the flyweight ranks. Tsuruya is one of them. An unbeaten Japanese 22 year old who won Road to the UFC. He had WWE Superstar Shinsuke Nakamur...