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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rio

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Kaiwen

Switch Grappler
70" Reach 71"
1.68 Strikes Landed/Min 3.73
53% Strike Defense 54%
2.58 Takedowns/15Min 1.41
N/A Takedown Defense 92%

Win Probability

Rio
43%
Kaiwen
57%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Kaiwen ▲
▲ Rio Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Grappler

"Grappler vs Grappler — Grinding, tactical war on the mat. Takedown accuracy and ground control will decide this one."

Rio Tactics

Journeyman

"Mike Rio is a grappler with a strong takedown game, but his striking is underdeveloped and his defense can be porous at times."

Kaiwen Tactics

Veteran

"Kaiwen is a veteran grappler with a strong defensive game, but his striking and submission skills are limited."

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