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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Ely

N/A Grappler
VS

Nicolau

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 66"
0.82 Strikes Landed/Min 3.31
69% Strike Defense 65%
2.47 Takedowns/15Min 1.22
50% Takedown Defense 90%

Win Probability

Ely
47%
Nicolau
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nicolau ▲
Takedown Defense Nicolau ▲
▲ Ely Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Balanced

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

Ely Tactics

Veteran

"Aaron Ely is a grappling specialist with impressive takedown numbers, but his poor striking numbers and limited record make him a veteran fighter with a specific skillset."

Nicolau Tactics

Veteran

"Matheus Nicolau is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style."

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