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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Pulyaev

Southpaw Striker
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
78" Reach 70"
3.84 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
55% Strike Defense 61%
0.29 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
64% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Pulyaev
45%
Makhachev
55%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Pulyaev Reach Advantage
▲ Pulyaev Striking Volume
Strike Defense Makhachev ▲
Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
Grappling Output Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Combat sambo

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

Pulyaev Tactics

Prospect

"Andrey Pulyaev is a prospect with a balanced skillset and moderate stats, showing promise in the middleweight division but needing more experience to develop."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."

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