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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shelton

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Gafurov

Orthodox Balanced
68" Reach 68"
2.57 Strikes Landed/Min 3.36
63% Strike Defense 55%
2.83 Takedowns/15Min 1.57
46% Takedown Defense 70%

Win Probability

Shelton
48%
Gafurov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Gafurov ▲
▲ Shelton Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Gafurov ▲
▲ Shelton Grappling Output
Win Rate Gafurov ▲

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."

Gafurov Tactics

Veteran

"Muin Gafurov is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a balanced skillset, and has a wealth of experience in the bantamweight division."

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