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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Sanchez

Southpaw Striker
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
72" Reach 70"
2.69 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
56% Strike Defense 51%
1.51 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
46% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Sanchez
45%
Gaethje
55%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Sanchez Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Sanchez Grappling Output
Win Rate Gaethje ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Striker

"Striker vs Striker — High-octane standup battle expected. Reach, volume, and defensive footwork will separate these two."

Sanchez Tactics

Veteran

"Diego Sanchez is a seasoned striker with a strong ground game, but his advanced age and wear-and-tear may be starting to catch up with him."

Gaethje Tactics

Veteran

"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."

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