+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Sousa
Orthodox Grappler
VS
Poirier
Southpaw Balanced
70" Reach 72"
4.15 Strikes Landed/Min 5.24
51% Strike Defense 52%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 1.15
60% Takedown Defense 64%
Win Probability
Sousa
53%
Poirier
47%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Reach Advantage Poirier ▲
— Striking Volume Poirier ▲
▲ Sousa Win Rate —
Style Matchup
Grappler VS Balanced
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Sousa Tactics
Veteran"Manoel Sousa is a skilled grappler with a strong background in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, but his striking skills are underdeveloped, making him a one-dimensional fighter."
Poirier Tactics
Veteran"Dustin Poirier is a battle-tested striker with a long history of success and a reputation for exciting fights."