+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Popov
Switch Striker
VS
Nurmagomedov
Orthodox Combat Sambo
68" Reach 69"
3.63 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
55% Strike Defense 61%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 4.03
45% Takedown Defense 79%
Win Probability
Popov
44%
Nurmagomedov
56%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Strike Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
— Takedown Defense 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."
Popov Tactics
Prospect"Grigory Popov is an aggressive striker with respectable volume and power, but vulnerable to takedowns and struggling with grappling."
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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