Shamrock FC 358

Shamrock FC 358 Full Fight Card Analysis and Predictions

Main Event: CJay Hunter (10-11-1) vs. Eric Grant (5-4-0) - Lightweight

CJay Hunter is a more experienced fighter with over 20 bouts, known for his durability. However, his record is somewhat inconsistent, hovering around the .500 mark. He has experience fighting a variety of opponents, but his tendency to lose in critical moments raises questions about his ability to close fights.
Eric Grant has a less extensive record but shows promise with a winning record. Grant has a more aggressive striking approach compared to Hunter, and his key advantage is his athleticism, particularly in controlling the pace of the fight. However, his ground game is relatively untested.

Prediction: Eric Grant wins by decision. His striking and pace should allow him to edge out Hunter, though Hunter's durability might make it hard for Grant to secure a finish.

Glendal Whitney (1-0-0) vs. Carl Jefferson (0-5-0)

Glendal "Buckshot" Whitney is a young fighter with a strong debut win and an aggressive fighting style. His knockout power was on display in his previous match.
Carl Jefferson has struggled significantly, losing all five of his previous fights. Jefferson’s record suggests that he may have difficulty handling aggressive opponents and might lack the resilience to push through tough moments in the cage.

Prediction: Glendal Whitney by TKO. Whitney’s power and Jefferson’s susceptibility to finishes make this a likely early stoppage.

Tyson Hicks (2-0-0) vs. Jamese Taylor III (1-3-0) - Welterweight

Tyson Hicks is undefeated with two wins, both showcasing his ability to finish fights. His ground game has been particularly effective, with solid control and submission skills.
Jamese "Made Man" Taylor III has had a tough career so far with a 1-3 record. He has shown flashes of competence, especially in his stand-up, but struggles to handle high-level grapplers, which could be a problem against Hicks.

Prediction: Tyson Hicks by submission. His grappling advantage should be too much for Taylor to handle, and a submission finish seems likely.

James Regina (1-3-0) vs. Nikolas Folken (0-1-0) - Middleweight

James Regina has had a rough start to his career, with only one win out of four fights. His losses have been a mixture of decisions and stoppages, indicating he is vulnerable both on the feet and on the ground.
Nikolas "The Fighting Artist" Folken has only fought once and lost, making him relatively unknown. However, in that fight, he showcased decent stand-up skills but lacked the grappling to control his opponent.

Prediction: James Regina by decision. Despite both fighters being relatively green, Regina’s experience might give him the edge in a close, drawn-out fight.

Logan Blow (0-0-0) vs. Justin Andrews (0-0-0)

Logan Blow is making his professional debut. Without a significant record, it’s hard to evaluate his strengths, but debuts in Shamrock FC are often indicative of amateur experience.
Justin Andrews is also debuting. Similar to Blow, there’s no prior professional history to analyze, but pre-fight buzz has indicated Andrews may have a slight wrestling advantage.

Prediction: Justin Andrews by decision. In debut fights, the wrestler typically has the advantage, and Andrews may use his ground game to edge out a decision.

Anthony Dooley Sr. (0-0-0) vs. Corey Leonard (0-0-0) - Bantamweight

Anthony "Dark Knight" Dooley Sr. is another fighter making his debut, known locally for his quick hands and aggressive fighting style in the amateur scene.
Corey Leonard has shown promise in his amateur career as a technical striker but lacks finishing power. His ability to fight strategically might serve him well against more reckless opponents.

Prediction: Corey Leonard by decision. Leonard’s technical striking should allow him to pick apart Dooley’s aggressive approach and secure a points victory.

Chase Calhoon (0-0-0) vs. Justin Thacker (0-0-0)

Both fighters are making their professional debuts, making this fight hard to predict. Chase Calhoon has been reported to have strong cardio and durability from his amateur career, while Justin Thacker is known for his grappling.

Prediction: Justin Thacker by submission. If Thacker’s grappling is on point, he could secure a submission win against the potentially less experienced Calhoon.

Robert Fichtner (0-0-0) vs. Norman Schneider (0-0-0)

Both fighters are making their pro debuts. Robert "Ohteht" Fichtner comes in with a reputation for toughness, while Norman Schneider is known for his grappling background.

Prediction: Norman Schneider by submission. Grapplers tend to have an advantage in debut fights, especially if the opponent lacks ground defense.

Overall Event Prediction

Expect this to be an event with several finishes, given the mixture of debut fighters and prospects looking to make a name for themselves. The main event and co-main event will likely go the distance, but the undercard fights should provide some exciting stoppages.