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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Sambo
VS

Kim

Orthodox Striker
72" Reach 71"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 5.11
65% Strike Defense 44%
1.25 Takedowns/15Min 1.77
88% Takedown Defense 72%

Win Probability

Nurmagomedov
49%
Kim
51%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Kim ▲
▲ Nurmagomedov Strike Defense
▲ Nurmagomedov Takedown Defense

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."

Kim Tactics

Contender

"Sangwook Kim is a skilled striker with a high volume of strikes and solid grappling defense, making him a top contender in the division with a high ceiling for success."

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