Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Teixeira • Heavyweight Division
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Derrick Lewis
"The Black Beast"
28-12-0
🥊 Knockout Artist
Veteran Metrics
Victory Methods
Win Round Distribution
Tallison Teixeira
8-0-0
🌟 Undefeated Prospect
Prospect Metrics
Victory Methods
Win Round Distribution
Last 5 Fights - Derrick Lewis
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-11 | Rodrigo Nascimento | W | KO/TKO (R3, 1:49) |
| 2023-11-11 | Jailton Almeida | L | Decision - Unanimous (R3, 5:00) |
| 2023-05-06 | Marcos Rogerio de Lima | W | KO/TKO (R1, 3:00) |
| 2022-11-05 | Serghei Spivac | L | Submission - Rear Naked Choke (R1, 2:45) |
| 2022-07-30 | Sergei Pavlovich | L | KO/TKO (R1, 1:55) |
Last 5 Fights - Tallison Teixeira
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-17 | Jhonata Diniz | W | KO/TKO (R1, 2:15) |
| 2023-09-23 | Junior Tafa | W | KO/TKO (R1, 1:33) |
| 2023-05-13 | Eduardo Neves | W | KO/TKO (R1, 0:58) |
| 2022-12-17 | Alex Muniz | W | KO/TKO (R1, 2:47) |
| 2022-08-06 | Bruno Silva | W | KO/TKO (R1, 1:22) |
Technical Analysis
Technical Score
Cardio Score
Overall Rating
📊 Technical Score
Calculated as the average of Striking Composite (88 vs 85) and Grappling Composite (65 vs 88). Combines overall striking effectiveness with grappling ability to measure complete technical skills.
💪 Cardio Score
Based on average fight duration, striking rate per minute, takedown rate, and fight finish rate. Measures cardiovascular endurance and ability to maintain pace throughout fights.
🎯 Overall Rating
Simple average of Technical Score and Cardio Score. Provides a holistic view of fighter capabilities combining skill level with physical conditioning and fight performance.
Striking Composite
Grappling Composite
🥊 Striking Composite
Weighted combination of Significant Strikes per Minute (SLpM), Striking Accuracy (StrAcc), Striking Defense (StrDef), and Strikes Absorbed per Minute. Measures overall striking effectiveness including offensive output, precision, and defensive ability.
🤼 Grappling Composite
Calculated from Takedowns per 15min (TD15), Takedown Accuracy (TDAcc), Takedown Defense (TDDef), and Submission Attempts per 15min (SubPer15). Evaluates complete grappling game including takedown ability, defensive wrestling, and submission threat.
Technical Radar Comparison
Metrics Legend
Detailed Statistical Comparison
🥊 Fight Analysis Breakdown
🥊 Derrick Lewis Key Advantages
Legendary knockout power with 15 KO/TKO wins - can end the fight with any clean connection
Massive experience advantage having faced elite competition including title challengers
Excellent timing to capitalize on opponent mistakes and pressure situations
⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios
Teixeira's 4" reach and height advantages could keep Lewis at distance where his power is less effective
Teixeira's superior cardio and volume could overwhelm Lewis in longer exchanges
📋 Likely Gameplan
Hunt for early knockout opportunities before cardio becomes a factor
Use veteran tricks and timing to get inside Teixeira's reach advantage
🌟 Tallison Teixeira Key Advantages
Significant height, reach, and age advantages - massive physical superiority
Massive striking volume advantage (14.61 vs 2.48 SLpM) with superior conditioning
Superior striking accuracy (60% vs 50%) and defense (60% vs 40%) - more technical fighter
⚠️ Unfavorable Scenarios
Lewis' legendary power could end the fight instantly if Teixeira gets careless
Limited UFC experience (1 fight) could be a factor against a veteran like Lewis
📋 Likely Gameplan
Utilize reach and height to maintain distance, pepper Lewis with volume strikes
Use superior cardio to maintain high pace and break down Lewis over time
🎯 Fight Prediction Analysis
Data-driven prediction model based on statistical analysis
📊Detailed Analysis Summary
⚖️Experience vs Youth
This heavyweight clash represents the classic veteran vs prospect dynamic that defines many pivotal UFC moments. Lewis brings the wisdom of 29 UFC fights, having faced elite competition including former champions and title challengers. His legendary knockout power has been proven at the highest level time and again. However, at 40 years old, questions about his physical decline and cardio limitations become increasingly relevant against a young, hungry competitor like Teixeira.
📏Physical Mismatch
The physical comparison heavily favors Teixeira with significant advantages in reach (83" vs 79"), height (6'7" vs 6'3"), and most critically, age (25 vs 40). These physical tools allow Teixeira to implement his high-volume striking game while staying at a safe distance. His conditioning advantage (85 cardio score vs 42.6) suggests he can maintain this pace throughout five rounds, while Lewis historically fades after the first round.
⚡Technical Breakdown
Teixeira's technical superiority is evident across multiple metrics: 5.9x higher striking output (14.61 vs 2.48 SLpM), superior accuracy (60% vs 50%), and much better defense (60% vs 40%). His overall technical score (57.0 vs 46.5) reflects a more complete mixed martial artist. The grappling differential (88 vs 65 composite) could also become relevant if Teixeira chooses to test Lewis' notoriously poor takedown defense (52%).
🎯The Power Factor
Despite all statistical disadvantages, Lewis possesses the great equalizer - legendary knockout power. His 78.9% finish rate and reputation as the UFC's all-time knockout leader cannot be quantified by traditional metrics. The "puncher's chance" is very real, especially early in the fight before cardio becomes a factor. Teixeira's limited UFC experience (1 fight) means he hasn't yet faced this level of game-changing power at the sport's highest level.
🏁Final Prediction
While Lewis' power makes him dangerous for brief moments, Teixeira's comprehensive advantages across physical attributes, technique, conditioning, and youth suggest he should control the majority of this fight. The 73-27 split reflects both the legitimate threat Lewis poses and the overwhelming evidence supporting Teixeira's superiority. Expect Teixeira to utilize his reach advantage effectively, maintain a high pace to exploit Lewis' cardio weaknesses, and potentially finish the fight via strikes or even grappling if the opportunity presents itself. Lewis' best chance lies in landing his trademark power shots early before the physical and conditioning disadvantages compound.