+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Shields
Orthodox Submission wrestling
VS
Matthews
Orthodox Balanced
72" Reach 73"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 3.34
56% Strike Defense 60%
2.83 Takedowns/15Min 1.44
35% Takedown Defense 64%
Win Probability
Shields
49%
Matthews
51%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Striking Volume Matthews ▲
— Takedown Defense Matthews ▲
▲ Shields Grappling Output —
Style Matchup
Submission wrestling VS Balanced
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Shields Tactics
Veteran"Jake Shields is a seasoned grappler with a strong ground game, but his striking defense and takedown accuracy have declined with age."
Matthews Tactics
Veteran"Jake Matthews is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a dominant striking or grappling style."
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