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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Howard

Orthodox Balanced
VS

Nelson

Switch Grappler
72" Reach 72"
2.15 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
51% Strike Defense 48%
2.7 Takedowns/15Min 2
53% Takedown Defense 68%

Win Probability

Howard
53%
Nelson
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Howard Striking Volume
Takedown Defense Nelson ▲
Win Rate Nelson ▲

Style Matchup

Balanced VS Grappler

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

Howard Tactics

Elite

"John Howard is an elite fighter with a well-rounded skillset, excelling in both striking and grappling, making him a formidable opponent in the octagon."

Nelson Tactics

Veteran

"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."

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