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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
VS

Puelles

Southpaw Grappler
70" Reach 72"
6.48 Strikes Landed/Min 1.54
51% Strike Defense 48%
0.33 Takedowns/15Min 3.29
74% Takedown Defense 60%

Win Probability

Gaethje
53%
Puelles
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Puelles ▲
▲ Gaethje Striking Volume
▲ Gaethje Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Puelles ▲
▲ Gaethje Win Rate

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."

Gaethje Tactics

Veteran

"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."

Puelles Tactics

Contender

"Claudio Puelles is a contender with a strong grappling game and moderate striking skills, making him a threat on the ground in the lightweight division."

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