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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Hawes

Orthodox Wrestling
VS

Nelson

Switch Grappler
77" Reach 72"
5.33 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
55% Strike Defense 48%
2.11 Takedowns/15Min 2
90% Takedown Defense 68%

Win Probability

Hawes
56%
Nelson
44%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Hawes Reach Advantage
▲ Hawes Striking Volume
▲ Hawes Strike Defense
▲ Hawes Takedown Defense
Win Rate Nelson ▲

Style Matchup

Wrestling VS Grappler

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

Hawes Tactics

Elite

"Phil Hawes is a powerful striker with a strong record, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and may leave him vulnerable to submissions."

Nelson Tactics

Veteran

"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."

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