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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Barnes

Orthodox Striker
VS

Nakamura

Southpaw Grappler
71" Reach 68"
0.57 Strikes Landed/Min 3.27
39% Strike Defense 63%
1.08 Takedowns/15Min 2.58
40% Takedown Defense 100%

Win Probability

Barnes
37%
Nakamura
63%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Barnes Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Nakamura ▲
Strike Defense Nakamura ▲
Takedown Defense Nakamura ▲
Grappling Output Nakamura ▲
Win Rate Nakamura ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Grappler

"Striker vs Grappler — Classic MMA clash. If the fight stays standing, the striker holds the edge. Takedown defense will be decisive."

Barnes Tactics

Journeyman

"James Barnes is a low-volume striker with mediocre numbers, and his grappling numbers are concerning, making him a tough matchup for most opponents."

Nakamura Tactics

Contender

"Rinya Nakamura is a skilled grappler and contender with a strong takedown game and submission threat, making him a formidable opponent in the 135lbs weight class."

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