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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Paiva

Orthodox Striker
VS

Horiguchi

Orthodox Shotokan Karate, Kickboxing, Shootfighting
69" Reach 63"
4.14 Strikes Landed/Min 3.77
48% Strike Defense 63%
0.65 Takedowns/15Min 1.61
77% Takedown Defense 61%

Win Probability

Paiva
52%
Horiguchi
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Paiva Reach Advantage
Strike Defense Horiguchi ▲
▲ Paiva Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Horiguchi ▲
Win Rate Horiguchi ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Shotokan Karate, Kickboxing, Shootfighting

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

Paiva Tactics

Elite

"Raulian Paiva is a highly skilled striker with impressive striking numbers, but his grappling defense is a concern, making him vulnerable to submissions."

Horiguchi Tactics

Veteran

"Kyoji Horiguchi is a highly experienced and well-rounded fighter with a strong record, but his statistics don't reveal a clear specialty."

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