A Year of Upheaval: Predicting UFC Title Changes in 2025
The UFC landscape has been in constant flux over the past few years. 2023 saw an unprecedented eleven title changes, adn 2024 followed suit with seven new champions crowned. But former champion Michael Bisping predicts a shift in momentum for 2025, anticipating fewer title changes.
Bisping, alongside co-hosts Adam Catterall and Nick Peet on TNT Sports’ Fight Week, boldly forecast which fighters will hold UFC gold at the end of 2025. He believes four divisions will see new champions emerge within the next twelve months.
One division ripe for change is the women’s strawweight division. Bisping sees Tatiana suárez finally fulfilling her immense potential and claiming the title, nonetheless of the outcome of her highly anticipated co-main event clash against Weili Zhang at UFC 312 in Sydney, Australia, next February.
“I’m sticking with Tatiana Suárez,” Bisping declared, echoing a prediction he made last year. “she’s facing Zhang Weili, so we’ll see how that plays out. But I truly believe Suárez will pose a significant challenge to many fighters in the division. By the end of next year, she will be champion, one way or another.”
Bisping also predicts a shakeup in the women’s bantamweight division, with Kayla Harrison emerging as the new champion. The former PFL star has made a thunderous entrance into the UFC, securing back-to-back victories over top contenders Holly Holm and Ketlen Vieira, propelling her into title contention.”The women’s bantamweight division will have a new queen: Kayla Harrison,” Bisping stated confidently. “No disrespect to Julianna Peña, who is a fantastic fighter and brings excitement to the sport. She’s always entertaining to watch, but I believe Harrison’s size, strength, judo expertise, mental fortitude, and conditioning will be too much for Peña to overcome. Harrison will dominate, secure a submission, and claim the belt.”
The middleweight title will also be on the line at UFC 312,but Bisping doesn’t foresee the victor ending the year as champion. He firmly believes Khamzat Chimaev will ascend to the throne by the end of 2025, regardless of his opponent.
Bisping’s Bold Predictions: A New Era in the UFC?
Former UFC Middleweight Champion Michael bisping has unveiled his audacious predictions for the future of the sport, shaking up the landscape with some unexpected picks.
Bisping’s analysis begins with the Middleweight division, where he acknowledges the surprising absence of robert Whittaker from the title conversation.He highlights the brutal reality of combat sports, where fortunes can change rapidly.
“It’s fascinating to see the rankings shift,” Bisping remarked. “Never did I imagine a year where Robert Whittaker wouldn’t be in the mix. This just goes to show how unforgiving this sport can be.”
Bisping credits Khamzat Chimaev’s dominant performance against Whittaker as a turning point, solidifying his belief in Chimaev’s championship potential.
“Chimaev showed incredible grit in his last fight,” Bisping stated. “I’m going to have to say he’ll be the one to claim the title. Dricus Du Plessis is a formidable champion, and his rematch with Sean Strickland will be another close one. But ultimately, when Chimaev gets his chance, I believe he’ll emerge victorious. what he did to Whittaker was truly remarkable; I won’t underestimate him again.”
Moving on to the Heavyweight division, Bisping makes a bold prediction: Jon Jones will face Tom Aspinall this year, with Aspinall unifying the belts and becoming the first fighter to defeat the widely regarded GOAT, Jon Jones.
“If there’s an interim champion, it will be Tom Aspinall,” Bisping declared. “But I don’t think there will be. I believe the reason Tom isn’t fighting in London is because Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall is in the works. This will be the biggest Heavyweight fight in the history of the sport, maybe even the biggest fight in MMA history.”
Bisping’s enthusiasm for this potential matchup is palpable.
“Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall, and when the dust settles, ‘Tommy Aspinall, Aspinall, Tommy Aspinall! na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na!'” he exclaimed.
Bisping’s predictions, while audacious, are rooted in his deep understanding of the sport and his keen eye for talent. Only time will tell if his bold forecasts will come to fruition,but one thing is certain: bisping’s insights are sure to spark debate and excitement among MMA fans worldwide.
Buckle Up for 2025: Bisping Predicts a Year of New Kings and Queens in the UFC
Welcome back, fight fans, to another exciting year in the constantly evolving world of the UFC. As we navigate the fallout of 2024’s whirlwind of title changes, former champion Michael Bisping has peered into his crystal ball and delivered his shocking predictions for 2025.
Bisping, alongside his seasoned co-hosts Adam Catterall and Nick Peet on TNT Sports’ Fight Week, boldly forecasts a slowdown in the championship carousel. While 2023 and 2024 saw a staggering 18 title changes combined, Bisping believes 2025 will be marked by stability, with onyl four new champions emerging.
But don’t mistake stability for predictability. Bisping’s insights are anything but ordinary.
His confidence in Tatiana Suarez’s ascent to the women’s strawweight throne is commendable. Despite the looming challenge of facing the formidable Weili Zhang at UFC 312, bisping remains steadfast in his belief that Suarez possesses the tools to conquer the division.”She’s facing Zhang Weili, so we’ll see how that plays out,” he concedes. “But I truly believe Suárez will pose a important challenge to many fighters in the division.By the end of next year, she will be champion, one way or another.”
This prediction isn’t simply based on hype; Suarez has demonstrated an impressive grappling-heavy style that could prove a nightmare for many contenders. A victory against Zhang would undoubtedly catapult her to the top.
Bisping’s next bombshell drops in the women’s bantamweight division. He predicts a changing of the guard with Kayla Harrison claiming the championship. The former PFL star has made a resounding impact since her arrival in the UFC, dismantling top contenders Holly holm and Ketlen Vieira in back-to-back victories. While the current champion, Amanda Nunes, stands as a daunting obstacle, bisping believes Harrison’s relentless aggression and diverse skillset make her the woman to dethrone the legend.
“The women’s bantamweight division will have a new queen: Kayla harrison,” Bisping confidently declares. “No disrespect to [Amanda] Nunes, but I believe Harrison has all the tools to become champion.”
The whispers of change continue as bisping delves into the men’s divisions.
While the heavyweight division likely won’t see a new champion, Bisping believes Alexander Volkanovski’s reign at featherweight could be threatened. He didn’t specify his pick for the successor, leaving fans to speculate on the contenders waiting in the wings.
bisping casts his gaze upon the lightweight division, predicting a changing of the guard inspired by the electrifying performances of Islam Makhachev. While the reigning champion remains a dominant force, Bisping suggests the division’s depth could lead to an upset.
Bisping’s bold predictions are sure to ignite debate amongst fans.Will Suarez overcome Zhang’s dominance? Can Harrison dethrone the queen of bantamweight, Amanda Nunes? Will featherweight and lightweight see new champions rise to the top? Only time will tell.
one thing is certain: 2025 promises to be a captivating year in the UFC, filled with thrilling matchups and unforgettable moments.Buckle up, fight fans, the ride is about to get even wilder.
