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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
VS

Rakhmonov

Orthodox Balanced
70" Reach 77"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 3.25
61% Strike Defense 51%
3.1 Takedowns/15Min 1.4
91% Takedown Defense 85%

Win Probability

Makhachev
49%
Rakhmonov
51%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Rakhmonov ▲
Striking Volume Rakhmonov ▲
▲ Makhachev Strike Defense
▲ Makhachev Grappling Output

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."

Rakhmonov Tactics

Contender

"Shavkat Rakhmonov is a well-rounded fighter with a strong record, but lacks a clear statistical advantage in either striking or grappling."

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