+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Penn
Orthodox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
VS
Matthews
Orthodox Balanced
70" Reach 73"
2.76 Strikes Landed/Min 3.34
56% Strike Defense 60%
1.19 Takedowns/15Min 1.44
74% Takedown Defense 64%
Win Probability
Penn
46%
Matthews
54%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Reach Advantage Matthews ▲
— Striking Volume Matthews ▲
— Win Rate Matthews ▲
Style Matchup
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu VS Balanced
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Penn Tactics
Veteran"BJ Penn is a seasoned grappler with a strong submission game, but his striking defense and takedown accuracy have declined with age."
Matthews Tactics
Veteran"Jake Matthews is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a dominant striking or grappling style."