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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Mendes

Orthodox Wrestling
VS

Puelles

Southpaw Grappler
66" Reach 72"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 1.54
67% Strike Defense 48%
4.13 Takedowns/15Min 3.29
100% Takedown Defense 60%

Win Probability

Mendes
56%
Puelles
44%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Puelles ▲
▲ Mendes Striking Volume
▲ Mendes Strike Defense
▲ Mendes Takedown Defense
▲ Mendes Win Rate

Style Matchup

Wrestling VS Grappler

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

Mendes Tactics

Elite

"Chad Mendes is an elite fighter with a strong grappling game, but his striking statistics are impressive as well, making him a well-rounded fighter."

Puelles Tactics

Contender

"Claudio Puelles is a contender with a strong grappling game and moderate striking skills, making him a threat on the ground in the lightweight division."

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