+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Nurmagomedov
Orthodox Sambo
VS
Shahbazyan
Orthodox Balanced
72" Reach 75"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 3.8
65% Strike Defense 49%
1.25 Takedowns/15Min 1.62
88% Takedown Defense 66%
Win Probability
Nurmagomedov
48%
Shahbazyan
52%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Reach Advantage Shahbazyan ▲
— Striking Volume Shahbazyan ▲
▲ Nurmagomedov Strike Defense —
▲ Nurmagomedov Takedown Defense —
Style Matchup
Sambo VS Balanced
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Nurmagomedov Tactics
Veteran"Abubakar Nurmagomedov is a veteran fighter with decent striking metrics, but his grappling defense is a concern, making him a more one-dimensional fighter."
Shahbazyan Tactics
Elite"Edmen Shahbazyan is a highly skilled and experienced fighter with a strong record, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level in the 185lbs division."
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