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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Palhares

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Malkoun

Orthodox Boxing, BJJ
71" Reach 73"
1.75 Strikes Landed/Min 4.55
59% Strike Defense 55%
3.93 Takedowns/15Min 5.81
N/A Takedown Defense 33%

Win Probability

Palhares
49%
Malkoun
51%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Malkoun ▲
Striking Volume Malkoun ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Boxing, BJJ

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

Palhares Tactics

Elite

"Rousimar Palhares is a highly skilled grappler with a dominant ground game, but his striking skills are limited."

Malkoun Tactics

Contender

"Jacob Malkoun is an aggressive wrestler with a high takedown average and decent striking, making him a promising contender at 185lbs."

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