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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rua

Orthodox MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

Gooden

Orthodox Striker
N/A Reach 77"
2.48 Strikes Landed/Min 4.4
53% Strike Defense 45%
1.97 Takedowns/15Min 0.91
37% Takedown Defense 65%

Win Probability

Rua
47%
Gooden
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Gooden ▲
▲ Rua Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Gooden ▲
▲ Rua Grappling Output
Win Rate Gooden ▲

Style Matchup

MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Striker

"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."

Gooden Tactics

Veteran

"Jared Gooden is a veteran fighter with a high volume of strikes, but may struggle with defense and grappling."

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