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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Ely

N/A Grappler
VS

Gafurov

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 68"
0.82 Strikes Landed/Min 3.36
69% Strike Defense 55%
2.47 Takedowns/15Min 1.57
50% Takedown Defense 70%

Win Probability

Ely
48%
Gafurov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Gafurov ▲
▲ Ely Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Gafurov ▲
▲ 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."

Gafurov Tactics

Veteran

"Muin Gafurov is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a balanced skillset, and has a wealth of experience in the bantamweight division."

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