At UFC 292, Zhang Weili will be eliminated by Amanda Lemos

Mackenzie Dern predicts a stunning upset in the UFC strawweight division as she envisions Amanda Lemos knocking out Zhang Weili.

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Dern considers Lemos to be one of the toughest opponents she could face, placing her among the division's elite fighters.

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Despite Weili's impressive track record and being the current champion, Dern firmly believes Lemos will seize the opportunity.

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Reflecting on Weili's past bout with Rose Namajunas, Dern envisions Lemos delivering a similar explosive strike.

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Dern praises Lemos for her resilience and solid foundation, suggesting she will be challenging to knock out.

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Dern dismisses the possibility of Weili succumbing to a submission, emphasizing Lemos' potential to secure a knockout victory.

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While recognizing Weili's ground game skills, Dern maintains that Lemos will find an opening to land a decisive strike.

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The highly-anticipated showdown between Weili and Lemos is scheduled for UFC 292 on August 19 in Boston.

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Dern's recent victory over Angela Hill solidifies her own position as a top contender in the strawweight division.

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MMA fans eagerly await the outcome of this clash between Weili and Lemos, as it has the potential to reshape the division's hierarchy.

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