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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Lima

N/A Muay Thai
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
N/A Reach 70"
1.92 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
60% Strike Defense 61%
0.6 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
46% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Lima
48%
Makhachev
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Makhachev ▲
Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
Grappling Output Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Muay Thai VS Combat sambo

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

Lima Tactics

Elite

"Douglas Lima is an elite-level fighter with a well-rounded skillset, but his career has been marked by periods of inactivity and he needs to stay active to maintain his top-level status."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."

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