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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Saldana

Orthodox Striker
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
73" Reach 70"
5.16 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
60% Strike Defense 51%
0.64 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
44% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Saldana
46%
Gaethje
54%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Saldana Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
▲ Saldana Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Saldana Grappling Output
Win Rate Gaethje ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Striker

"Striker vs Striker — High-octane standup battle expected. Reach, volume, and defensive footwork will separate these two."

Saldana Tactics

Veteran

"An aggressive striker with high volume and decent accuracy, but vulnerable to takedowns and submissions."

Gaethje Tactics

Veteran

"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."

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