Stephen Thompson vs Rory MacDonald

UFC Fight Night: MacDonald vs Thompson

Jun 18, 2016Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Stephen Thompson

Record: 17-9-1

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Rory MacDonald

Record: 19-4-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Stephen Thompson

Rory MacDonald

Performance Snapshot

Fighters' Core Metrics

Stephen Thompson

Rory MacDonald

Stephen Thompson vs Rory MacDonald AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Stephen Thompson vs Rory MacDonald

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UFC Record Breakdown

Stephen Thompson

KO/TKO (35%)

Decision (35%)

Losses (31%)

Rory MacDonald

KO/TKO (25%)

Sub (8%)

Decision (42%)

Losses (24%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense63%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ70%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency52%

Takedown Defense88%

Cardio & Endurance77%

Fight IQ90%

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From opening bell, Stephen Thompson can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 4.1 significant strikes per minute while Rory MacDonald 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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Stephen Thompson

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (35%)

Decision (35%)

Losses (31%)

Stephen Thompson breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy46%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense63%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ70%

Stephen Thompson'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. Rory MacDonald must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Rory MacDonald owns the cleaner takedown mechanics (47%) but must solve the 63% sprawl from Stephen Thompson.

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Rory MacDonald

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (25%)

Sub (8%)

Decision (42%)

Losses (24%)

Rory MacDonald breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency52%

Takedown Defense88%

Cardio & Endurance77%

Fight IQ90%

Rory MacDonald's recent form

Stephen Thompson vs Rory MacDonald Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'0" (183 cm)

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6'0" (183 cm)

Weight

170 lbs (77 kg)

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170 lbs (77 kg)

Reach

75" (191 cm)

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76" (193 cm)

Stance

Orthodox

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Stephen Thompson vs Rory MacDonald AI Analysis

Pace delta

+0.4 significant strikes/min

Stephen Thompson averages 4.1 significant strikes per minute while Rory MacDonald sits at 3.8.

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