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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shibata

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nelson

Switch Grappler
N/A Reach 72"
2.06 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
53% Strike Defense 48%
0.49 Takedowns/15Min 2
53% Takedown Defense 68%

Win Probability

Shibata
40%
Nelson
60%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Shibata Striking Volume
Takedown Defense Nelson ▲
Grappling Output Nelson ▲
Win Rate Nelson ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Grappler

"Grappler vs Grappler — Grinding, tactical war on the mat. Takedown accuracy and ground control will decide this one."

Shibata Tactics

Unknown

"Katsuyori Shibata's struggles in his career may be attributed to his below-average striking and grappling skills, making it tough for him to compete at a high level."

Nelson Tactics

Veteran

"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."

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