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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Whiteford

Southpaw Striker
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
69" Reach 70"
2.33 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
62% Strike Defense 51%
1.9 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
45% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Whiteford
47%
Gaethje
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
▲ Whiteford Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Whiteford Grappling Output
Win Rate Gaethje ▲

Style Matchup

Striker VS Striker

"Striker vs Striker — High-octane standup battle expected. Reach, volume, and defensive footwork will separate these two."

Whiteford Tactics

Veteran

"Whiteford is a well-rounded striker with decent accuracy and takedown skills, but his grappling defense and submission skills are areas for improvement."

Gaethje Tactics

Veteran

"Justin Gaethje is a veteran striker with a high-volume and aggressive style, and is considered one of the most exciting fighters in the lightweight division."

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