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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Burns

N/A Striker
VS

Velasquez

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 77"
2.4 Strikes Landed/Min 6.37
32% Strike Defense 57%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 5.13
100% Takedown Defense 85%

Win Probability

Burns
38%
Velasquez
62%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Velasquez ▲
Strike Defense Velasquez ▲
▲ Burns Takedown Defense
Win Rate Velasquez ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Balanced

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

Burns Tactics

Prospect

"Josh Burns is a prospect with some striking skills, but lacks grappling ability and has been dominated on the ground in many of his fights."

Velasquez Tactics

Elite

"Cain Velasquez is a well-rounded fighter with strong striking and grappling skills, evident from his high takedown average and accuracy."

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