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Alpha Contender

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Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Starnes

Orthodox Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Greco Roman Wrestling, Judo, Taekwondo Running
VS

Malkoun

Orthodox Boxing, BJJ
74" Reach 73"
2.71 Strikes Landed/Min 4.55
53% Strike Defense 55%
1.46 Takedowns/15Min 5.81
25% Takedown Defense 33%

Win Probability

Starnes
42%
Malkoun
58%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Malkoun ▲
Grappling Output Malkoun ▲
Win Rate Malkoun ▲

Style Matchup

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Greco Roman Wrestling, Judo, Taekwondo Running VS Boxing, BJJ

"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."

Starnes Tactics

Veteran

"Kalib Starnes is a veteran striker with solid skills, but his grappling game is a concern, particularly his takedown defense and vulnerability to submissions."

Malkoun Tactics

Contender

"Jacob Malkoun is an aggressive wrestler with a high takedown average and decent striking, making him a promising contender at 185lbs."

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