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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Smith

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
67" Reach 70"
1.78 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
49% Strike Defense 55%
1.67 Takedowns/15Min 0.86
45% Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Smith
48%
Nurmagomedov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Nurmagomedov ▲
Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
Strike Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
Takedown Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Smith Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Balanced

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

Smith Tactics

Prospect

"Cole Smith is a developing grappler with a strong takedown game, but his striking is still a work in progress."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Veteran

"Said Nurmagomedov is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style and has declined in recent years."

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