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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Mendes

Orthodox Wrestling
VS

Stephens

Orthodox Striker
66" Reach 71"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 3.15
67% Strike Defense 58%
4.13 Takedowns/15Min 1.11
100% Takedown Defense 62%

Win Probability

Mendes
59%
Stephens
41%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Stephens ▲
▲ Mendes Strike Defense
▲ Mendes Takedown Defense
▲ Mendes Grappling Output
▲ Mendes Win Rate

Style Matchup

Wrestling VS Striker

"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."

Stephens Tactics

Veteran

"A veteran striker with a high volume of strikes, Stephens has been a formidable opponent in the lightweight division for years."

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