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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nicolau

Orthodox Balanced
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Combat Sambo
66" Reach 69"
3.31 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
65% Strike Defense 61%
1.22 Takedowns/15Min 4.03
90% Takedown Defense 79%

Win Probability

Nicolau
44%
Nurmagomedov
56%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Nurmagomedov ▲
Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Nicolau Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Nurmagomedov ▲
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

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."

Nicolau Tactics

Veteran

"Matheus Nicolau is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style."

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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