| Name | Junior Tafa |
| Nickname | The Juggernaut |
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| Date of birth | Sep 21, 1996 (29 years old) |
| Weight class | Heavyweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Junior Tafa – General Profile
Junior Tafa is an Australian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s heavyweight division. Born on December 24, 1996, in Australia, Tafa is known for his explosive power, aggressive mindset, and dangerous striking ability. He represents a new generation of heavyweight fighters focused on speed and knockout potential.
MMA Career
Tafa began his professional MMA career after developing a strong background in kickboxing, transitioning into mixed martial arts with an emphasis on finishing fights. He built momentum on the regional circuit before earning a UFC contract through Dana White’s Contender Series, where his knockout power stood out. Since joining the UFC, Tafa has competed against established heavyweights, gaining experience while showcasing his ability to end fights quickly with strikes.
Fighting Style
Tafa is a power striker who looks to dictate fights with forward pressure and heavy hands. He relies on boxing combinations, low kicks, and explosive bursts to overwhelm opponents. At heavyweight, his speed and aggression make him especially dangerous in the early rounds. While primarily a striker, he continues to develop his grappling defense to complement his stand-up offense.
Recent Developments
In his recent UFC appearances, Tafa has delivered action-packed performances, reinforcing his reputation as a knockout threat in the heavyweight division. His fights are typically fast-paced and decisive, drawing attention from fans who appreciate aggressive, finish-oriented styles.
Personal Life
Outside the Octagon, Tafa is known for his confident personality and strong competitive drive. He trains in Australia and comes from a family with deep roots in combat sports, which has influenced his fighting identity. His focus remains on improving his skills and establishing himself as a dangerous presence in the UFC heavyweight division.
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| Billy Elekana |
UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 |
SUB Rear Naked Choke · R2 · 3:18 |
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| George Tokkos |
UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Teixeira |
SUB Arm Triangle · R2 · 4:25 |
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| Sean Sharaf |
UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira |
KO/TKO Punches · R2 · 2:15 |
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| Valter Walker |
UFC 305: du Plessis vs. Adesanya |
SUB Heel Hook · R1 · 4:56 |
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| Marcos Rogerio de Lima |
UFC 298: Volkanovski vs. Topuria |
KO/TKO Kick · R2 · 1:14 |
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| Parker Porter |
UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie |
KO/TKO Punch · R1 · 1:24 |
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| Mohammed Usman |
UFC Fight Night: Pavlovich vs. Blaydes |
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| Krzysztof Soszynski The Polish Experiment | 26-12 |
| Alexander Hernandez The Great Ape | 18-8 |
| Randy Couture The Natural | 19-11 |
| Chad Mendes Money | 18-5 |
| Costas Philippou | 13-5 |
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| Damir Ismagulov | 24-3 |
| Eduardo Dantas Dudu | 23-8 |
| Fernando Martinez Pitbull | 22-13 |
| Mei Yamaguchi V.V | 21-16 |
| Ricardo Tirloni | 21-9 |
| Fighter | Record |
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| Marcus McGhee The Maniac | 10-2 |
| Shamil Gaziev | 14-2 |
| Alex Pereira Poatan | 13-3 |
| Paul Craig Bearjew | 17-10 |
| Matt Frevola The Steamrolla | 11-6 |
| Dominick Reyes The Devastator | 15-5 |
| Kennedy Nzechukwu American Savage | 14-6 |
| Geoff Neal Handz of Steel | 16-7 |
| Cory Sandhagen Sandman | 18-6 |
| Ronda Rousey Rowdy | 12-2 |
| Fighter | Record |
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| Alistair Overeem The Demolition Man | 47-19 |
| Alexander Volkov Drago | 39-11 |
| Ben Rothwell | 39-14 |
| Josh Barnett The Warmaster | 35-8 |
| Andrei Arlovski The Pit Bull | 34-24 |