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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Sakuraba

Southpaw Catch WrestlingShoot Wrestling
VS

Means

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 75"
1.26 Strikes Landed/Min 5.04
51% Strike Defense 60%
1.26 Takedowns/15Min 1.14
48% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Sakuraba
44%
Means
56%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

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Style Matchup

Catch WrestlingShoot Wrestling VS Balanced

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

Sakuraba Tactics

Legend

"Kazushi Sakuraba is a legendary grappler with a well-rounded skillset and a storied career, but his age and wear-and-tear may be catching up to him."

Means Tactics

Veteran

"Tim Means is a seasoned veteran with a strong striking game, but his grappling skills are limited, making him a gatekeeper in the welterweight division."

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