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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Velasquez

Orthodox Balanced
VS

Werdum

Orthodox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
77" Reach 77"
6.37 Strikes Landed/Min 3.59
57% Strike Defense 55%
5.13 Takedowns/15Min 1.75
85% Takedown Defense 31%

Win Probability

Velasquez
56%
Werdum
44%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Velasquez Striking Volume
▲ Velasquez Takedown Defense
▲ Velasquez Grappling Output
▲ Velasquez Win Rate

Style Matchup

Balanced VS Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

Velasquez Tactics

Elite

"Cain Velasquez is a well-rounded fighter with strong striking and grappling skills, evident from his high takedown average and accuracy."

Werdum Tactics

Elite

"Werdum is a highly skilled grappler with a strong submission game, paired with well-rounded striking abilities."

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