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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Sambo
VS

Malkoun

Orthodox Boxing, BJJ
72" Reach 73"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 4.55
65% Strike Defense 55%
1.25 Takedowns/15Min 5.81
88% Takedown Defense 33%

Win Probability

Nurmagomedov
49%
Malkoun
51%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Malkoun ▲
▲ Nurmagomedov Strike Defense
▲ Nurmagomedov Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Malkoun ▲

Style Matchup

Sambo VS Boxing, BJJ

"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."

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."

Malkoun Tactics

Contender

"Jacob Malkoun is an aggressive wrestler with a high takedown average and decent striking, making him a promising contender at 185lbs."

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