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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
VS

Fiziev

Switch Muay Thai
70" Reach 71"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 4.71
61% Strike Defense 49%
3.1 Takedowns/15Min 0.83
91% Takedown Defense 90%

Win Probability

Makhachev
52%
Fiziev
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Fiziev ▲
▲ Makhachev Strike Defense
▲ Makhachev Grappling Output
▲ Makhachev Win Rate

Style Matchup

Combat sambo VS Muay Thai

"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."

Fiziev Tactics

Contender

"Rafael Fiziev is a skilled striker with a strong striking game, but his grappling defense is a concern and he needs to improve his takedown defense to compete at the highest level."

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