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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shelton

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nicolau

Orthodox Balanced
68" Reach 66"
2.57 Strikes Landed/Min 3.31
63% Strike Defense 65%
2.83 Takedowns/15Min 1.22
46% Takedown Defense 90%

Win Probability

Shelton
47%
Nicolau
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Shelton Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Nicolau ▲
Takedown Defense Nicolau ▲
▲ Shelton Grappling Output
Win Rate Nicolau ▲

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."

Shelton Tactics

Prospect

"Eric Shelton is a developing grappler with a strong takedown game, but his striking is underdeveloped and he can be vulnerable to submissions."

Nicolau Tactics

Veteran

"Matheus Nicolau is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style."

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