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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nakamura

Southpaw Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Combat Sambo
68" Reach 69"
3.27 Strikes Landed/Min 3.86
63% Strike Defense 61%
2.58 Takedowns/15Min 4.03
100% Takedown Defense 79%

Win Probability

Nakamura
48%
Nurmagomedov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Nakamura Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Nurmagomedov ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Combat Sambo

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

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."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Elite

"Umar Nurmagomedov is an elite grappler with exceptional takedown skills and dominant wrestling, making him a top contender in the bantamweight division."

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