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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Barnes

N/A Grappler
VS

Poirier

Southpaw Balanced
N/A Reach 72"
2.86 Strikes Landed/Min 5.24
51% Strike Defense 52%
5.36 Takedowns/15Min 1.15
100% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Barnes
52%
Poirier
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

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

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Balanced

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

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."

Poirier Tactics

Veteran

"Dustin Poirier is a battle-tested striker with a long history of success and a reputation for exciting fights."

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