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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Johnson

Southpaw Striker
VS

Costa

Southpaw Grappler
73" Reach 71"
4.27 Strikes Landed/Min 4.38
58% Strike Defense 54%
0.57 Takedowns/15Min 2
81% Takedown Defense 58%

Win Probability

Johnson
47%
Costa
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Johnson Reach Advantage
▲ Johnson Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Costa ▲
Win Rate Costa ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Grappler

"Striker vs Grappler — Classic MMA clash. If the fight stays standing, the striker holds the edge. Takedown defense will be decisive."

Johnson Tactics

Veteran

"Michael Johnson is a seasoned striker with a high volume of strikes, but his subpar grappling skills and declining record indicate a fighter on the downside of his career."

Costa Tactics

Veteran

"Melquizael Costa is a veteran grappler with a strong record and well-rounded skills, making him a formidable opponent in his weight class."

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