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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Covington

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Stephens

Orthodox Striker
72" Reach 71"
3.81 Strikes Landed/Min 3.15
54% Strike Defense 58%
3.64 Takedowns/15Min 1.11
68% Takedown Defense 62%

Win Probability

Covington
57%
Stephens
43%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Covington Striking Volume
▲ Covington Grappling Output
▲ Covington Win Rate

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Striker

"Grappler vs Striker — The grappler needs to close distance and secure takedowns early. The striker must keep it on the feet."

Covington Tactics

Elite

"Colby Covington is a dominant grappler with a strong wrestling background and excellent takedown defense, making him a formidable opponent in the octagon."

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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