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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Burns

Orthodox Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

Pulyaev

Southpaw Striker
71" Reach 78"
3.16 Strikes Landed/Min 3.84
52% Strike Defense 55%
2.04 Takedowns/15Min 0.29
53% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Burns
53%
Pulyaev
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Pulyaev ▲
Striking Volume Pulyaev ▲
Takedown Defense Pulyaev ▲
▲ Burns Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Striker

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

Burns Tactics

Elite

"Gilbert Burns is an elite grappler with a strong record, high takedown average, and decent striking, making him a top contender with a well-rounded skillset."

Pulyaev Tactics

Prospect

"Andrey Pulyaev is a prospect with a balanced skillset and moderate stats, showing promise in the middleweight division but needing more experience to develop."

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