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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
VS

Du Plessis

Switch Balanced
70" Reach 76"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 5.18
61% Strike Defense 52%
3.1 Takedowns/15Min 2.22
91% Takedown Defense 34%

Win Probability

Makhachev
52%
Du Plessis
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Du Plessis ▲
Striking Volume Du Plessis ▲
▲ Makhachev Strike Defense
▲ Makhachev Takedown Defense
▲ Makhachev Win Rate

Style Matchup

Combat sambo VS Balanced

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

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

Du Plessis Tactics

Veteran

"Dricus Du Plessis is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a strong record and balanced skillset."

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