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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Araujo

Orthodox Striker
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
77" Reach 70"
1.52 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
49% Strike Defense 61%
0.86 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
22% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Araujo
41%
Makhachev
59%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Araujo Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Makhachev ▲
Strike Defense Makhachev ▲
Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
Grappling Output Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Combat sambo

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

Araujo Tactics

Veteran

"Igor Araujo is a powerful striker with a strong chin, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and leave him vulnerable to submission attacks."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."

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