Kazushi Sakuraba vs Marcus Silveira

UFC - Ultimate Japan

Dec 21, 1997Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

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Kazushi Sakuraba

Record: 26-17-1

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Marcus Silveira

Record: 6-4-0

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Kazushi Sakuraba

Marcus Silveira

Performance Snapshot

Fighters' Core Metrics

Kazushi Sakuraba

Marcus Silveira

Kazushi Sakuraba vs Marcus Silveira AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Kazushi Sakuraba vs Marcus Silveira

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UFC Record Breakdown

Kazushi Sakuraba

Sub (100%)

No Contest (1)

Marcus Silveira

Losses (100%)

No Contest (1)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy41%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense48%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ75%

Performance Breakdown

Grappling Efficiency50%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ70%

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From opening bell, Kazushi Sakuraba can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 1.3 significant strikes per minute while Marcus Silveira 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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Kazushi Sakuraba

Kazushi Sakuraba finish map

UFC Record Breakdown

Sub (100%)

No Contest (1)

Kazushi Sakuraba breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy41%

Grappling Efficiency45%

Takedown Defense48%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ75%

Kazushi Sakuraba'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. Marcus Silveira must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Kazushi Sakuraba brings the more polished entries (31%) while Marcus Silveira relies on defensive frames (—).

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Marcus Silveira

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UFC Record Breakdown

Losses (100%)

No Contest (1)

Marcus Silveira breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Grappling Efficiency50%

Cardio & Endurance70%

Fight IQ70%

Marcus Silveira's recent form

Kazushi Sakuraba vs Marcus Silveira Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'0" (183 cm)

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6'3" (191 cm)

Weight

185 lbs (84 kg)

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242 lbs (110 kg)

Reach

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Stance

Southpaw

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Kazushi Sakuraba vs Marcus Silveira AI Analysis

Pace delta

+1.3 significant strikes/min

Kazushi Sakuraba averages 1.3 significant strikes per minute while Marcus Silveira sits at 0.0.

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