+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Bessette
Orthodox Striker
VS
Gaethje
Orthodox Striker
70" Reach 70"
4.36 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
58% Strike Defense 51%
0.64 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
61% Takedown Defense 74%
Win Probability
Bessette
47%
Gaethje
53%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
▲ Bessette Strike Defense —
— Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Bessette 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."
Bessette Tactics
Veteran"Matt Bessette is a seasoned striker with a high volume of strikes, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and leave him vulnerable to submission attacks."
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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