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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Payan

Orthodox Striker
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Combat Sambo
N/A Reach 69"
4.25 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
57% Strike Defense 61%
0.36 Takedowns/15Min 4.03
60% Takedown Defense 79%

Win Probability

Payan
40%
Nurmagomedov
60%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Takedown Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
Grappling Output Nurmagomedov ▲
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Combat Sambo

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

Payan Tactics

Veteran

"Estevan Payan is a skilled striker with a high volume of strikes, but his grappling skills are limited."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Elite

"Umar Nurmagomedov is an elite grappler with exceptional takedown skills and dominant wrestling, making him a top contender in the bantamweight division."

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