DWCS 89 Staff Picks: Bella Mir Takes Center Stage
DWCS 89 happens tonight. Who did our staff pick this Tuesday? Our selections are in:
The biggest proving ground in mixed martial arts, Dana White’s Contender Series, takes over television screens for DWCS 89. Taking top billing for the event, combat sports prodigy Bella Mir faces off with Alex Apodaca. In the co-main event, the heavyweights will throw down, with Guilherme Uriel squaring off with Mario Piazzon.
DWCS 89 Main Event
4-0 in MMA, Mir, daughter of former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir, is widely-viewed as an up-and-coming prospect. These claims have been even more exacerbated by her sterling performances in UFC BJJ, where “Lady” has racked up three victories in a row.
Winner of three straight, Apodaca has come into her own as a budding name in the sport. Coming off a big triumph over Devon McDonald at Fury FC 122, the Colorado fighter is set to battle her most stern opposition to date.
DWCS 89 Co-Main Event
With an amazing professional record of 10-1, Piazzon has amassed a warpath on the Brazilian regional circuit. Seeking to earn his place in the UFC, “The Shark” will lock horns with his countryman at DWCS 89 in what looks to be an entertaining 265-lb contest.
Failing to gain a contract with the promotion last year after losing to future contender Josh Hokit. Back again to showcase the improvements he has made, “Urso” is hellbent on leaving the Meta Apex with his position on the UFC roster.
More Bouts On the DWCS 89 Card
Rounding out the main card, Sean Clancy Jr. scraps with Gary Balletto Jr. Then, Alexis Miranda tests himself against Ronald Humphrey. Also, Carlos Petruzzella faces Nick Galanti.
DWCS 89 Predictions and Staff Picks
MMASucka staff picks are composed of four of the world’s leading mixed martial arts organizations: the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the Professional Fighters League (PFL), ONE Championship (ONE FC), and Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS).
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UFC picks will include main card fights ranging from four to six matchups per event.
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PFL picks from main cards for pay-per-views and from tournament fights in the Regular Season, Playoffs, and Finals.
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ONE FC and DWCS picks will feature all MMA fights from the event with a minimum of three matchups.
Staff picks in 2025 were won by Hank Strandberg with a record of 216-119.
Find our DWCS 89 picks and fight odds below.
Staff records after UFC Sacramento:
1. Hank Strandberg: 149-69
2. Frazer Krohn: 121-87
3. Drew Zuhosky: 110-110
4. Andrew Benjamin: 27-23
*Note – not all staff pick for every event*
Nick Galanti -250
Vs.
Carlos Petruzzella +207
MIDDLEWEIGHT
Hank Strandberg: Galanti by Unanimous Decision
Drew Zuhosky: Galanti by First Round Knockout
Frazer Krohn: Galanti by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Galanti: 3
Staff picking Petruzzella: 0
Ronald Humphrey -950
Vs.
Alexis Miranda +637
WELTERWEIGHT
Hank Strandberg: Humphrey by Unanimous Decision
Drew Zuhosky: Humphrey by First-Round Knockout
Frazer Krohn: Miranda by Second-Round Knockout
Staff picking Humphrey: 2
Staff picking Miranda: 1
Sean Clancy Jr. -900
Vs.
Gary Balletto Jr. +613
WELTERWEIGHT
Hank Strandberg: Clancy Jr. by Third-Round Knockout
Drew Zuhosky: Clancy Jr. by First-Round Knockout
Frazer Krohn: Clancy Jr. by First-Round Knockout
Staff picking Clancy Jr.: 3
Staff picking Balletto Jr.: 0
Guilherme Uriel -180
Vs.
Mario Piazzon +157
HEAVYWEIGHT
Hank Strandberg: Uriel by First-Round Knockout
Drew Zuhosky: Piazzon by Unanimous Decision
Frazer Krohn: Uriel by Unanimous Decision
Staff picking Uriel: 2
Staff picking Piazzon: 1
Bella Mir -4000
Vs.
Alex Apodaca +1450
WOMEN’S BANTAMWEIGHT
Hank Strandberg: Mir by First-Round Submission
Drew Zuhosky: Mir by First-Round Submission
Frazer Krohn: Mir by First-Round Submission
Staff picking Mir: 3
Staff picking Apodaca: 0
