The ESPN prelims of UFC 239 are a mixed bag, largely due a huge degree of uncertainty in the fighters on the card. An evaluation like that usually means there are a lot of untested prospects on the card. That isn’t the case here. Gilbert Melendez and Claudia Gadelha, two former title contenders, have both experienced a severe decline from their peak. At this point, no one knows just how good they are anymore. Melendez tests an up-and-coming Arnold Allen while Gadelha gets a more established veteran in Randa Markos. I can’t sell these contests as must-see with confidence, so I won’t endorse them.
Diggin’ Deep on UFC 239: Jones vs. Santos - ESPN prelims preview
