MMAjunkie Radio co-host and MMAjunkie contributor Dan Tom provides an in-depth breakdown of UFC Fight Night 129’s top bouts. Today, we look at the main event. UFC Fight Night 129 takes place Saturday at Movistar Arena in Santiago, Chile, and it airs on FS1 following prelims on FS2 and UFC Fight Pass. * * * * Demian Maia (25-8 MMA, 19-8 UFC) Demian Maia Staple info: Height: 6’1″ Age: 40 Weight: 170 lbs. Reach: 72″ Last fight: Decision loss to Colby Covington (Oct. 28, 2017) Camp: Demian Maia Jiu-jitsu (Brazil) Stance/striking style: Southpaw/kickboxing Risk management: Good Supplemental info: + Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt + 2x Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion + 2007 ADCC winner + 3 KO victories + 12 submission wins + 10 first-round finishes + 19-2 with at least 1 takedown secured + Improved striking ^ Underrrated left hand + Excellent wrestling ability ^ Solid hips, under-hooks, takedowns + Superb top game ^ 89 passes in 26 fights + Steady and smooth trantistiions ^ Always looks for the back Kamaru Usman (12-1 MMA, 7-0 UFC) Kamaru Usman Staple info: Height: 6’0″ Age: 31 Weight: 170 lbs.
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