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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Dawodu

Orthodox Muay Thai, Kickboxing
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
73" Reach 70"
5.45 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
56% Strike Defense 51%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 0.33
65% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Dawodu
53%
Gaethje
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Dawodu Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
Win Rate Gaethje ▲

Style Matchup

Muay Thai, Kickboxing VS Striker

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

Dawodu Tactics

Elite

"Hakeem Dawodu is a highly skilled and aggressive striker with excellent striking abilities and decent grappling skills."

Gaethje Tactics

Veteran

"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."

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