+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Yakovlev
Southpaw Grappler
VS
Gaethje
Orthodox Striker
74" Reach 70"
1.74 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
58% Strike Defense 51%
1.66 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
72% Takedown Defense 74%
Win Probability
Yakovlev
46%
Gaethje
54%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
▲ Yakovlev Reach Advantage —
— Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
▲ Yakovlev Strike Defense —
▲ Yakovlev Grappling Output —
— Win Rate Gaethje ▲
Style Matchup
Grappler VS Striker
"Grappler vs Striker — The grappler needs to close distance and secure takedowns early. The striker must keep it on the feet."
Yakovlev Tactics
Veteran"A seasoned grappler with excellent takedown defense and submission defense, but often relies on low-volume striking."
Gaethje Tactics
Veteran"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."
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