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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Paiva

Orthodox Striker
VS

Costa

Southpaw Grappler
69" Reach 71"
4.14 Strikes Landed/Min 4.38
48% Strike Defense 54%
0.65 Takedowns/15Min 2
77% Takedown Defense 58%

Win Probability

Paiva
53%
Costa
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Costa ▲
Strike Defense Costa ▲
▲ Paiva Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Costa ▲

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."

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."

Costa Tactics

Veteran

"Melquizael Costa is a veteran grappler with a strong record and well-rounded skills, making him a formidable opponent in his weight class."

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