+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Machida
Southpaw Balanced
VS
Nelson
Switch Grappler
74" Reach 72"
2.59 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
61% Strike Defense 48%
1.21 Takedowns/15Min 2
75% Takedown Defense 68%
Win Probability
Machida
55%
Nelson
45%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
▲ Machida Reach Advantage —
▲ Machida Striking Volume —
▲ Machida Strike Defense —
— Grappling Output Nelson ▲
Style Matchup
Balanced VS Grappler
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Machida Tactics
Elite"Lyoto Machida is a highly skilled, well-rounded fighter with a strong record, known for his karate background and ability to finish fights with both strikes and submissions."
Nelson Tactics
Veteran"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."