Return to Hub

Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Sambo
VS

Gooden

Orthodox Striker
72" Reach 77"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 4.4
65% Strike Defense 45%
1.25 Takedowns/15Min 0.91
88% Takedown Defense 65%

Win Probability

Nurmagomedov
52%
Gooden
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Gooden ▲
Striking Volume Gooden ▲
▲ Nurmagomedov Strike Defense
▲ Nurmagomedov Takedown Defense
▲ Nurmagomedov Win Rate

Style Matchup

Sambo VS Striker

"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."

Gooden Tactics

Veteran

"Jared Gooden is a veteran fighter with a high volume of strikes, but may struggle with defense and grappling."

More Matchups To Explore