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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rua

Orthodox MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

Nelson

Switch Grappler
N/A Reach 72"
2.48 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
53% Strike Defense 48%
1.97 Takedowns/15Min 2
37% Takedown Defense 68%

Win Probability

Rua
47%
Nelson
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Rua Striking Volume
Takedown Defense Nelson ▲
Win Rate Nelson ▲

Style Matchup

MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Grappler

"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."

Rua Tactics

Veteran

"Murilo Rua is a well-rounded fighter with a strong grappling background and respectable striking numbers, but his career has been marked by inconsistency."

Nelson Tactics

Veteran

"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."

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