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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shibata

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Micallef

Southpaw Balanced
N/A Reach 77"
2.06 Strikes Landed/Min 3.96
53% Strike Defense 56%
0.49 Takedowns/15Min 1.13
53% Takedown Defense 75%

Win Probability

Shibata
35%
Micallef
65%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Micallef ▲
Takedown Defense Micallef ▲
Grappling Output Micallef ▲
Win Rate Micallef ▲

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."

Micallef Tactics

Contender

"Jonathan Micallef is a grappling-focused contender with a high submission average and solid takedown defense, making him a formidable opponent on the ground."

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