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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rocha

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
73" Reach 70"
1.24 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
55% Strike Defense 61%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 3.1
52% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Rocha
42%
Makhachev
58%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Rocha Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Makhachev ▲
Strike Defense Makhachev ▲
Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Combat sambo

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

Rocha Tactics

Journeyman

"Carlos Eduardo Rocha is a grappler with a strong ground game, but his striking skills are underdeveloped, and his career trajectory has stalled in recent years."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

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

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