Dricus Plessis vs Derek Brunson

UFC 285: Jones vs. Gane

Mar 4, 2023Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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Dricus Plessis

Record: 24-3-0

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Derek Brunson

Record: 23-9-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Dricus Plessis

Derek Brunson

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Dricus Plessis

Derek Brunson

Dricus Plessis vs Derek Brunson AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Dricus Plessis vs Derek Brunson

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UFC Record Breakdown

Dricus Plessis

KO/TKO (37%)

Sub (18%)

Decision (37%)

Losses (8%)

Derek Brunson

KO/TKO (38%)

Sub (11%)

Decision (27%)

Losses (25%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy48%

Grappling Efficiency58%

Takedown Defense50%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ80%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense85%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ80%

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Dricus Plessis

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From opening bell, Dricus Plessis can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 5.2 significant strikes per minute while Derek Brunson 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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Dricus Plessis

Dricus Plessis finish map

UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (37%)

Sub (18%)

Decision (37%)

Losses (8%)

Dricus Plessis breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy48%

Grappling Efficiency58%

Takedown Defense50%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ80%

Dricus Plessis'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. Derek Brunson must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Dricus Plessis brings the more polished entries (48%) while Derek Brunson relies on defensive frames (85%).

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Derek Brunson

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (38%)

Sub (11%)

Decision (27%)

Losses (25%)

Derek Brunson breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense85%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ80%

Derek Brunson's recent form

Dricus Plessis vs Derek Brunson Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'1" (185 cm)

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6'1" (185 cm)

Weight

185 lbs (84 kg)

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185 lbs (84 kg)

Reach

76" (193 cm)

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77" (196 cm)

Stance

Switch

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Southpaw

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Dricus Plessis vs Derek Brunson AI Analysis

Pace delta

+1.7 significant strikes/min

Dricus Plessis averages 5.2 significant strikes per minute while Derek Brunson sits at 3.5.

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