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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
VS

Gooden

Orthodox Striker
70" Reach 77"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 4.4
61% Strike Defense 45%
3.1 Takedowns/15Min 0.91
91% Takedown Defense 65%

Win Probability

Makhachev
55%
Gooden
45%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

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

Style Matchup

Combat sambo VS Striker

"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."

Gooden Tactics

Veteran

"Jared Gooden is a veteran fighter with a high volume of strikes, but may struggle with defense and grappling."

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