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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rua

Orthodox MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

Malkoun

Orthodox Boxing, BJJ
N/A Reach 73"
2.48 Strikes Landed/Min 4.55
53% Strike Defense 55%
1.97 Takedowns/15Min 5.81
37% Takedown Defense 33%

Win Probability

Rua
43%
Malkoun
57%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Malkoun ▲
Grappling Output Malkoun ▲
Win Rate Malkoun ▲

Style Matchup

MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Boxing, BJJ

"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."

Malkoun Tactics

Contender

"Jacob Malkoun is an aggressive wrestler with a high takedown average and decent striking, making him a promising contender at 185lbs."

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