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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Inoue

Orthodox Karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

Maksum

Southpaw Grappler
71" Reach 70"
3.67 Strikes Landed/Min 2.75
60% Strike Defense 52%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 3.5
60% Takedown Defense 85%

Win Probability

Inoue
53%
Maksum
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Inoue Striking Volume
▲ Inoue Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Maksum ▲
▲ Inoue Win Rate

Style Matchup

Karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Grappler

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

Inoue Tactics

Elite

"Naoki Inoue is a well-rounded striker with a strong record, but his grappling skills are limited, making him a formidable opponent in striking exchanges."

Maksum Tactics

Contender

"Azat Maksum is a wrestler with a strong takedown game and decent striking, making him a formidable contender in the 125lbs division."

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