Carlos Leal vs Chidi Njokuani

UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez

Feb 21, 2026Houston, Texas, USA

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Carlos Leal

Record: 23-7-0

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Chidi Njokuani

Record: 26-12-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Carlos Leal

Chidi Njokuani

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Carlos Leal

Chidi Njokuani

Carlos Leal vs Chidi Njokuani AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Carlos Leal vs Chidi Njokuani

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UFC Record Breakdown

Carlos Leal

KO/TKO (33%)

Decision (33%)

Losses (33%)

Chidi Njokuani

KO/TKO (34%)

Decision (34%)

Losses (31%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense90%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ80%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy62%

Grappling Efficiency50%

Takedown Defense75%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ85%

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Carlos Leal

Chidi Njokuani

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From opening bell, Carlos Leal can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 8.8 significant strikes per minute while Chidi Njokuani 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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Carlos Leal

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (33%)

Decision (33%)

Losses (33%)

Carlos Leal breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy47%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense90%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ80%

Carlos Leal'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. Chidi Njokuani must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Carlos Leal brings the more polished entries (11%) while Chidi Njokuani relies on defensive frames (75%).

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Chidi Njokuani

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (34%)

Decision (34%)

Losses (31%)

Chidi Njokuani breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy62%

Grappling Efficiency50%

Takedown Defense75%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ85%

Chidi Njokuani's recent form

Carlos Leal vs Chidi Njokuani Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

5'11" (180 cm)

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6'3" (191 cm)

Weight

170 lbs (77 kg)

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170 lbs (77 kg)

Reach

74" (188 cm)

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80" (203 cm)

Stance

Orthodox

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Carlos Leal vs Chidi Njokuani AI Analysis

Pace delta

+3.0 significant strikes/min

Carlos Leal averages 8.8 significant strikes per minute while Chidi Njokuani sits at 5.8.

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