Week 2 of DWCS action is set to unfold with a renewed focus on how fighters respond after last week’s weigh-ins. While the moment didn’t reach the same fever pitch as some memorable confrontations, the sense of momentum remains strong, and the tongue-twister of a name for one contestant has become a talking point in its own right.
A new metric is being tested this year to add context to the fights. Called the Since Score, it’s calculated by taking the results of each fighter’s opponents since they first stepped into the cage and subtracting losses from wins. Draws count as 0.5 and any no-contest as -0.5 toward the total. The idea is to gauge the level of competition a fighter has faced recently and how that might translate to performance in the Contender Series.
DWCS Official Weigh-In Results
Last week’s contract winners — Susurkaev and Ty Miller — landed at opposite ends of the Since Score spectrum, with Susurkaev at -6 and Miller at +5. Despite the spread, both looked sharp on the scale. Across the weigh-ins, the fighter with the higher Since Score won three of the five bouts, a small but notable data point that the metric will be watched for as the season progresses.
With that groundwork laid, here are this week’s matchups.
Manuel Exposito vs Jose Delano
What to watch and why it matters
– The Since Score is still in its early days, but early trends suggest it could add another layer for evaluating hopefuls as the season unfolds. Analysts and fans will be tracking whether higher-scoring opponents correlate with more successful outings for their next opponent.
– Week 2 brings another opportunity for contenders to push forward and sharpen their momentum, potentially amplifying the action in the walkouts and fights.
Summary
DWCS is moving beyond the basic win-loss ledger by introducing the Since Score to better capture the quality of opposition fighters have faced. The weigh-in results show a clear spread between this week’s contract winners, but the early trend—higher Since Score winning more bouts—offers a tantalizing angle to watch as Manuel Exposito faces Jose Delano. If Week 2 delivers the action and outcomes that the extra context suggests, the season could offer richer narratives and breakthroughs for fans and analysts alike.
Additional thoughts
– The Since Score concept could spark deeper discussions about matchups, preparation, and pacing across the season.
– A positive outlook: early signs point to Week 2 delivering more fireworks and meaningful performances as fighters respond to the evolving metrics and expectations.