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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
VS

Izagakhmaev

N/A Grappler
70" Reach 74"
6.48 Strikes Landed/Min 1.33
51% Strike Defense 58%
0.33 Takedowns/15Min 4
74% Takedown Defense 100%

Win Probability

Gaethje
47%
Izagakhmaev
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Izagakhmaev ▲
▲ Gaethje Striking Volume
Strike Defense Izagakhmaev ▲
Takedown Defense Izagakhmaev ▲
Grappling Output Izagakhmaev ▲

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."

Izagakhmaev Tactics

Elite

"Saygid Izagakhmaev is a dominant grappler with a strong record and a promising future in the sport."

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