Brad Tavares vs Antonio Carlos Junior

UFC 257: Poirier vs. McGregor

Jan 23, 2021Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Brad Tavares

Record: 21-13-0

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Antonio Carlos Junior

Record: 11-5-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Brad Tavares

Antonio Carlos Junior

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Brad Tavares

Antonio Carlos Junior

Brad Tavares vs Antonio Carlos Junior AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

AgentMMA AI Breakdown

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UFC Record Breakdown

Brad Tavares

KO/TKO (9%)

Decision (61%)

Losses (30%)

Antonio Carlos Junior

Sub (52%)

Decision (21%)

Losses (28%)

No Contest (1)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy43%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense80%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ70%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency60%

Takedown Defense53%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ80%

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From opening bell, Brad Tavares can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 3.4 significant strikes per minute while Antonio Carlos Junior looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Orthodox 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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Brad Tavares

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (9%)

Decision (61%)

Losses (30%)

Brad Tavares breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy43%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense80%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ70%

Brad Tavares'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

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

Antonio Carlos Junior owns the cleaner takedown mechanics (39%) but must solve the 80% sprawl from Brad Tavares.

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Antonio Carlos Junior

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UFC Record Breakdown

Sub (52%)

Decision (21%)

Losses (28%)

No Contest (1)

Antonio Carlos Junior breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency60%

Takedown Defense53%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ80%

Antonio Carlos Junior's recent form

Brad Tavares vs Antonio Carlos Junior Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'1" (185 cm)

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6'2" (188 cm)

Weight

185 lbs (84 kg)

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185 lbs (84 kg)

Reach

74" (188 cm)

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79" (201 cm)

Stance

Orthodox

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Brad Tavares vs Antonio Carlos Junior AI Analysis

Pace delta

+1.5 significant strikes/min

Brad Tavares averages 3.4 significant strikes per minute while Antonio Carlos Junior sits at 1.9.

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Where to watch Tavares vs Carlos Junior

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