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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
VS

Hooker

Switch Kickboxing
70" Reach 75"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 4.82
61% Strike Defense 49%
3.1 Takedowns/15Min 0.68
91% Takedown Defense 77%

Win Probability

Makhachev
55%
Hooker
45%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

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

Style Matchup

Combat sambo VS Kickboxing

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

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

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

Hooker Tactics

Veteran

"Dan Hooker is a veteran striker with a high volume of strikes and decent defense, but his grappling skills are somewhat lacking."

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