Brad Tavares vs. Jun Yong Park – Odds and Match Preview
The upcoming UFC matchup between Brad Tavares and Jun Yong Park is set to take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira in Las Vegas, Nevada. This middleweight bout is part of a 14-fight card that will be broadcast on ESPN+. The stakes are high for both fighters, as they look to climb the rankings and make their mark in the division.
Brad Tavares vs. Jun Yong Park – Odds
Jun Yong Park is currently favored to win the bout against Brad Tavares. The odds suggest that oddsmakers see Park as having a better chance of finishing the fight early, while a Tavares victory is viewed as less likely, especially in the early rounds. Find more information about betting with DrafKings with deadspin right here.
For example, if you’re looking at round betting, some potential odds include Park winning in Round 1 at 13/2, in Round 2 at 9/1, and in Round 3 at 14/1. On the other hand, if you think Tavares might secure a victory, his odds for winning in Round 1 are 14/1, and in Round 2, they increase to 18/1.
Brad Tavares vs. Jun Yong Park
Brad Tavares, a 36-year-old veteran of the sport, enters this fight with a record of 20-9 in his career and 15-9 in the UFC. He’s been a mainstay in the organization since 2007 and is on the verge of tying Michael Bisping for the most wins in UFC middleweight history. However, Tavares has been struggling recently, losing three of his last four fights.
‘The Iron Turtle’ Jun Yong Park, of South Korea, comes into this fight with a 17-6 record overall and 7-3 in the UFC. At 33 years old, Park is looking to bounce back from a split decision loss in his last fight and continue his ascent in the middleweight ranks. He’s known for his well-rounded skillset and has shown the ability to finish fights both on the feet and on the ground.
Stylistically, this matchup presents an interesting contrast. Park is the more active striker, landing 4.53 significant strikes per minute compared to Tavares’ 3.3. Park also has a slight edge in striking accuracy at 50% versus Tavares’ 43%. However, Tavares has proven to be more difficult to take down, boasting an 81% takedown defense compared to Park’s 57%. Park may look to utilize his superior grappling, averaging 1.83 takedowns per 15 minutes compared to Tavares’ 0.78.
This fight is an opportunity for both men to make a statement in the middleweight division. For Tavares, it’s a chance to prove he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. For Park, a win over a respected veteran like Tavares would be a significant boost to his career and could potentially propel him into the rankings.
