+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Kirk
Switch Balanced
VS
Gaethje
Orthodox Striker
75" Reach 70"
3.22 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
40% Strike Defense 51%
1.5 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
47% Takedown Defense 74%
Win Probability
Kirk
44%
Gaethje
56%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
▲ Kirk Reach Advantage —
— Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
— Strike Defense Gaethje ▲
— Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Kirk Grappling Output —
— Win Rate Gaethje ▲
Style Matchup
Balanced VS Striker
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Kirk Tactics
Veteran"Kamuela Kirk is a well-rounded veteran with a strong grappling background and decent striking skills, but his career trajectory has been marked by inconsistent performances."
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."