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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nakamura

Southpaw Grappler
VS

Lapilus

Southpaw Striker
68" Reach 73"
3.27 Strikes Landed/Min 4.59
63% Strike Defense 62%
2.58 Takedowns/15Min 0.27
100% Takedown Defense 77%

Win Probability

Nakamura
53%
Lapilus
47%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Lapilus ▲
Striking Volume Lapilus ▲
▲ Nakamura Takedown Defense
▲ Nakamura Grappling Output
▲ Nakamura Win Rate

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Striker

"Grappler vs Striker — The grappler needs to close distance and secure takedowns early. The striker must keep it on the feet."

Nakamura Tactics

Contender

"Rinya Nakamura is a skilled grappler and contender with a strong takedown game and submission threat, making him a formidable opponent in the 135lbs weight class."

Lapilus Tactics

Veteran

"Taylor Lapilus is a seasoned striker with a strong record, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped."

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