Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa

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Updated Aug 20

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Arnold Allen

Record: 21-4-0

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Melquizael Costa

Record: 26-8-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Arnold Allen

Melquizael Costa

Performance Snapshot

Fighters' Core Metrics

Arnold Allen

Melquizael Costa

Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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UFC Record Breakdown

Arnold Allen

KO/TKO (14%)

Sub (14%)

Decision (56%)

Losses (17%)

Melquizael Costa

KO/TKO (22%)

Sub (22%)

Decision (33%)

Losses (23%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy43%

Grappling Efficiency70%

Takedown Defense73%

Cardio & Endurance80%

Fight IQ80%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense50%

Cardio & Endurance76%

Fight IQ75%

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From opening bell, Arnold Allen can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 3.5 significant strikes per minute while Melquizael Costa looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Southpaw stance angles.

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
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Finishing Window

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Arnold Allen

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (14%)

Sub (14%)

Decision (56%)

Losses (17%)

Arnold Allen breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy43%

Grappling Efficiency70%

Takedown Defense73%

Cardio & Endurance80%

Fight IQ80%

Arnold Allen's recent form

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
Premium analysis examines the momentum swings most likely to decide control.

Finishing Window

Premium analysis covers whether a credible finish window emerges from the pace, striking, and grappling matchup.

The premium breakdown compares the pace and position battle before revealing the selected verdict and supporting evidence. Melquizael Costa must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Arnold Allen brings the more polished entries (60%) while Melquizael Costa relies on defensive frames (50%).

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Melquizael Costa

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (22%)

Sub (22%)

Decision (33%)

Losses (23%)

Melquizael Costa breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense50%

Cardio & Endurance76%

Fight IQ75%

Melquizael Costa's recent form

Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

5'8" (173 cm)

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5'10" (178 cm)

Weight

145 lbs (66 kg)

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145 lbs (66 kg)

Reach

70" (178 cm)

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71" (180 cm)

Stance

Southpaw

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Southpaw

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa AI Analysis

Pace delta

+0.8 significant strikes/min

Melquizael Costa averages 4.3 significant strikes per minute while Arnold Allen sits at 3.5.

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