+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Bessette
Orthodox Striker
VS
Nurmagomedov
Orthodox Combat Sambo
70" Reach 69"
4.36 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
58% Strike Defense 61%
0.64 Takedowns/15Min 4.03
61% Takedown Defense 79%
Win Probability
Bessette
42%
Nurmagomedov
58%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Takedown Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
— Grappling Output Nurmagomedov ▲
— Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲
Style Matchup
Striker VS Combat Sambo
"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."
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."
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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