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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Costa

Orthodox Striker
VS

Craig

Orthodox Grappler
72" Reach 76"
6.15 Strikes Landed/Min 2.5
49% Strike Defense 43%
0.3 Takedowns/15Min 1.43
77% Takedown Defense 35%

Win Probability

Costa
60%
Craig
40%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Craig ▲
▲ Costa Striking Volume
▲ Costa Strike Defense
▲ Costa Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Craig ▲
▲ Costa Win Rate

Style Matchup

Striker VS Grappler

"Striker vs Grappler — Classic MMA clash. If the fight stays standing, the striker holds the edge. Takedown defense will be decisive."

Costa Tactics

Elite

"Paulo Costa is a devastating striker with a strong record, high-volume striking, and excellent defense, making him a top contender in the middleweight division."

Craig Tactics

Veteran

"Paul Craig is a veteran grappler with a strong submission game, but lacks striking skills, making him a one-dimensional fighter."

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