Maurice Smith vs Marco Ruas

UFC 21: Return of the Champions

Jul 16, 1999Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA

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Maurice Smith

Record: 12-14-0

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Marco Ruas

Record: 9-4-2

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Maurice Smith

Marco Ruas

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Maurice Smith

Marco Ruas

Maurice Smith vs Marco Ruas AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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UFC Record Breakdown

Maurice Smith

KO/TKO (17%)

Sub (17%)

Decision (35%)

Losses (30%)

Marco Ruas

KO/TKO (19%)

Sub (56%)

Losses (25%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency55%

Takedown Defense20%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ75%

Performance Breakdown

Grappling Efficiency70%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ70%

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From opening bell, Maurice Smith can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 0.4 significant strikes per minute while Marco Ruas 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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Maurice Smith

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (17%)

Sub (17%)

Decision (35%)

Losses (30%)

Maurice Smith breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency55%

Takedown Defense20%

Cardio & Endurance74%

Fight IQ75%

Maurice Smith'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. Marco Ruas must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Maurice Smith brings the more polished entries (50%) while Marco Ruas relies on defensive frames (—).

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Marco Ruas

Marco Ruas finish map

UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (19%)

Sub (56%)

Losses (25%)

Marco Ruas breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Grappling Efficiency70%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ70%

Marco Ruas's recent form

Maurice Smith vs Marco Ruas Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'2" (188 cm)

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6'1" (185 cm)

Weight

221 lbs (100 kg)

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210 lbs (95 kg)

Reach

—

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Stance

Orthodox

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Orthodox

AI Division Rank

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Maurice Smith vs Marco Ruas AI Analysis

Pace delta

+0.4 significant strikes/min

Maurice Smith averages 0.4 significant strikes per minute while Marco Ruas sits at 0.0.

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