+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Hicks
Southpaw Balanced
VS
Makhachev
Southpaw Combat sambo
64" Reach 70"
1.42 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
61% Strike Defense 61%
2.7 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
25% Takedown Defense 91%
Win Probability
Hicks
43%
Makhachev
57%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Reach Advantage Makhachev ▲
— Striking Volume Makhachev ▲
— Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
— Win Rate Makhachev ▲
Style Matchup
Balanced VS Combat sambo
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Hicks Tactics
Veteran"Marcus Hicks is a veteran with a strong grappling game and decent striking skills, but he needs to improve his defense."
Makhachev Tactics
Veteran"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."