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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shibata

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Matthews

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 73"
2.06 Strikes Landed/Min 3.34
53% Strike Defense 60%
0.49 Takedowns/15Min 1.44
53% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Shibata
38%
Matthews
62%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Matthews ▲
Strike Defense Matthews ▲
Takedown Defense Matthews ▲
Grappling Output Matthews ▲
Win Rate Matthews ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Balanced

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

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."

Matthews Tactics

Veteran

"Jake Matthews is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a dominant striking or grappling style."

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