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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Ruiz

N/A Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 70"
1.4 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
75% Strike Defense 55%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 0.86
100% Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Ruiz
52%
Nurmagomedov
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Ruiz Strike Defense
▲ Ruiz Takedown Defense
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

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."

Ruiz Tactics

Prospect

"Paul Ruiz is a submission-heavy grappler with excellent defensive skills, but his limited striking and inexperience make it hard to project his future success."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Veteran

"Said Nurmagomedov is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style and has declined in recent years."

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