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Rising Star Says Diego Lopes’ Only Path Against Jean Silva at Noche UFC Is Submission

“I think Jean Silva beats him… unless Diego Lopes could maybe submit him,” rising 18-year-old prospect Stephen Clancy Simmons said ahead of the main event this week. Calling Silva “psycho” with a “very cool striking style,” the undefeated amateur predicted the Brazilian’s power and aggression would be too much, warning Lopes to avoid stand-up and rely on ground game.