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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Barnes

N/A Grappler
VS

Pulyaev

Southpaw Striker
N/A Reach 78"
2.86 Strikes Landed/Min 3.84
51% Strike Defense 55%
5.36 Takedowns/15Min 0.29
100% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Barnes
55%
Pulyaev
45%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Pulyaev ▲
▲ Barnes Takedown Defense
▲ Barnes Grappling Output
▲ Barnes Win Rate

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Striker

"Grappler vs Striker — The grappler needs to close distance and secure takedowns early. The striker must keep it on the feet."

Barnes Tactics

Prospect

"Nick Barnes is a skilled grappler with impressive numbers, but his striking numbers are concerning, and he may struggle against well-rounded opponents."

Pulyaev Tactics

Prospect

"Andrey Pulyaev is a prospect with a balanced skillset and moderate stats, showing promise in the middleweight division but needing more experience to develop."

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