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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Freire

N/A Kickboxing, BJJ
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
71" Reach 70"
3.06 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
69% Strike Defense 61%
1.26 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
100% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Freire
47%
Makhachev
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Freire Striking Volume
▲ Freire Strike Defense
Grappling Output Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Kickboxing, BJJ VS Combat sambo

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

Freire Tactics

Veteran

"Patricky Freire is a veteran striker with a strong record, but his grappling defense is a concern, making him vulnerable to submissions."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."

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