The best plays for DFS, betting, and everything in between are discussed on the Fight IQ podcast ahead of UFC 325. Watch as Chris, Joe, and Drake break down each fight for Saturday’s event.
Updated on January 29, 2026 9:51PM EST
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DFS and Betting Predictions for UFC 325, Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2: The Fight IQ Podcast
We are back, and we are live! Chris, Joe, and Drake RETURN with an in-depth breakdown of the entire UFC 325 fight card on Friday at 8 PM ET on the RotoWire MMA YouTube channel. The crew will discuss the best DFS value plays, cash locks, and GPP darts to give players the best chance at a profitable night. Fans will be treated to a second title fight in as many weeks when Alexander Volkanovski takes on Diego Lopes in a rematch after “The Great” won the vacant featherweight title by decision in April. This will be preceded by a fight that’s sure to bring fireworks, as Dan Hooker Battles Benoit Saint-Denis at lightweight. Tune in and chat live during the show to have your questions answered!
Meet the Hosts:
Chris Olson: MMA Contributor at RotoWire. In addition to ranting on “Fight IQ, presented by RotoWire” Chris also writes about DFS Baseball and MMA fight recaps. Follow him on Twitter at @Theonliest1
Joe “SunTszu”: Known more commonly by his Twitter handle @SunTszu, Joe is a Hedge Fund Executive by day and a high-volume DFS player by night. He is a 2x “Bracket Challenge” & “Gotham qualifier, who is currently ranked 13th in DFS MMA. You can also find him as one of the original contributors to “Fight IQ, presented by RotoWire.” He is also a co-creator of the “Creating Alpha in DFS” podcast.
Drake Burden: Drake is a proven DFS winner with multiple four-figure paydays under his belt. He took an interest in writing MMA during the pandemic and is active in various Discords and other social media communities. Follow him on Twitter at @DBurdz.Â
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