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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Shibata

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Ko

Southpaw Grappler
N/A Reach 71"
2.06 Strikes Landed/Min 2.73
53% Strike Defense 58%
0.49 Takedowns/15Min 4
53% Takedown Defense 75%

Win Probability

Shibata
33%
Ko
67%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

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

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."

Ko Tactics

Elite

"Seokhyeon Ko is an elite grappler with exceptional takedown skills, dominating opponents on the ground with his impressive wrestling background."

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