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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Makashvili

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Combat Sambo
68" Reach 69"
2.87 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
61% Strike Defense 61%
3.67 Takedowns/15Min 4.03
85% Takedown Defense 79%

Win Probability

Makashvili
45%
Nurmagomedov
55%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Combat Sambo

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

Makashvili Tactics

Veteran

"Levan Makashvili is a skilled grappler with exceptional takedown defense and submission skills, but his striking is limited, and he may struggle against opponents with strong striking."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Elite

"Umar Nurmagomedov is an elite grappler with exceptional takedown skills and dominant wrestling, making him a top contender in the bantamweight division."

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