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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Hironaka

Orthodox Judo, BJJ, Shootboxing
VS

Puelles

Southpaw Grappler
70" Reach 72"
1.98 Strikes Landed/Min 1.54
54% Strike Defense 48%
1.91 Takedowns/15Min 3.29
25% Takedown Defense 60%

Win Probability

Hironaka
47%
Puelles
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Puelles ▲
▲ Hironaka Striking Volume
▲ Hironaka Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Puelles ▲
Grappling Output Puelles ▲

Style Matchup

Judo, BJJ, Shootboxing VS Grappler

"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."

Hironaka Tactics

Veteran

"Kuniyoshi Hironaka is a well-rounded veteran with a strong striking game and decent grappling skills, but his career trajectory suggests he may be in decline."

Puelles Tactics

Contender

"Claudio Puelles is a contender with a strong grappling game and moderate striking skills, making him a threat on the ground in the lightweight division."

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