- Tai Tuivasa vs Tallison Teixeira
- UFC 325 Details
- Venue: Qudos Bank Arena, South Wales, Australia
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
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Tai Tuivasa is set to face off against Tallison Teixeira at UFC 325 on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Current betting odds place Tuivasa at +285 and Teixeira at -350.
Tai “Bam Bam” Tuivasa enters the octagon with a record of 15 wins and 8 losses. The 32-year-old is competing at a weight of 264 lbs and stands 6’2″ tall, boasting a reach of 75″. In contrast, Tallison “Xicao” Teixeira, who is 26 years old, weighs in at 258 lbs and towers at 6’7″, with a reach of 83″. Teixeira holds a career record of 8-1-0. When it comes to significant strikes, Tuivasa lands an average of 3.77 strikes per minute, while Teixeira lands an impressive 12.83 strikes per minute. Tuivasa’s striking accuracy is at 46%, compared to Teixeira’s 59%. In terms of defense, Tuivasa absorbs 5.18 significant strikes per minute, while Teixeira allows 8.98. Tuivasa successfully defends against 44% of incoming strikes, whereas Teixeira stops 56% of them.
| UFC 325 | Tai Tuivasa | Tallison Teixeira |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Odds | +285 | -350 |
| Fight Record | 15-8-0 | 8-1-0 |
| Average Fight Duration | 7:14 | 1:02 |
| Height | 6’2″ | 6’7″ |
| Weight | 264 lbs | 258 lbs |
| Reach | 75″ | 83″ |
| Strikes Landed Per Minute | 3.77 | 12.83 |
| Striking Accuracy | 46% | 59% |
In the realm of grappling, Tai Tuivasa has a slight edge as he averages 0.70 takedowns per 15 minutes, with a success rate of 15% on takedown attempts and a defense rate of 57%. In comparison, Teixeira manages to secure takedowns 15% of the time but is less effective in defending against them, stopping only 15% of attempts. On the submission front, Tuivasa attempts 0.6 submissions per 3 rounds, while Teixeira ups that ante slightly with 0.9 submissions per 3 rounds.
Tai Tuivasa’s last appearance in the cage was against Jairzinho Rozenstruik, where he faced defeat via split decision in the third round. Rozenstruik landed 92 out of 185 total strikes, while Tuivasa managed to connect on 37 out of 126. In terms of significant strikes, Rozenstruik’s accuracy stood at 49%, hitting 58 out of 146 aimed at the head. Tuivasa, on the other hand, landed 29% of his significant strikes with 19 out of 92 directed at the head, all of which were counted from a distance.
In Tallison Teixeira’s most recent match, he faced Derrick Lewis and unfortunately lost due to a head strike while on the ground during the first round. Lewis connected with 22% of his long-range strikes, while Teixeira hit 100% of his attempts from a distance. Teixeira’s accuracy soared to 60%, as he successfully landed 3 out of 5 significant strikes, including 3 aimed at the head. Meanwhile, Lewis managed to connect on 9 out of 17 strikes, with an accuracy of 50% from distance.
Upcoming Fights to Watch
Keep an eye on the bout between Quillan Salkilld and Jamie Mullarkey. Salkilld is on a mission to improve his impressive record of 10 wins and 1 loss. The 26-year-old weighs 155 lbs and stands 6’0″ tall, boasting a reach of 75″. His opponent, Mullarkey, also stands at 6’0″ and weighs 155 lbs with a record of 18-8-0 and a reach of 74″. In grappling, Salkilld takes down opponents an average of 7.77 times per 3 rounds, while Mullarkey averages 2.40 takedowns in the same timeframe. When it comes to striking, Salkilld lands 5.49 strikes per minute at a striking accuracy of 57%, while Mullarkey lands 4.20 strikes per minute with a 46% accuracy rate.
Another intriguing match will feature Billy Elekana against Junior Tafa. Tafa has a career mark of 6-4-0, weighing in at 205 lbs and measuring 6’3″. The orthodox fighter has a reach of 75″. Elekana, stepping in with a record of 9-2-0, shares the same height and weight. Tafa defends against 69% of his opponent’s takedown attempts while managing to score on 15% of his attempts. Conversely, Elekana manages to convert 25% of his attempts while stopping 15% of the takedowns against him. In striking, Tafa absorbs 2.49 strikes per minute while landing 3.19, while Elekana takes 3.28 strikes and lands 2.66.
Who do you think will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC face-off against the odds?
Pick: Favor Tallison Teixeira (-350)
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