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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shelton

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nakamura

Southpaw Grappler
68" Reach 68"
2.57 Strikes Landed/Min 3.27
63% Strike Defense 63%
2.83 Takedowns/15Min 2.58
46% Takedown Defense 100%

Win Probability

Shelton
43%
Nakamura
57%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nakamura ▲
Takedown Defense Nakamura ▲
Win Rate Nakamura ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Grappler

"Grappler vs Grappler — Grinding, tactical war on the mat. Takedown accuracy and ground control will decide this one."

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."

Nakamura Tactics

Contender

"Rinya Nakamura is a skilled grappler and contender with a strong takedown game and submission threat, making him a formidable opponent in the 135lbs weight class."

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