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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
VS

Horiguchi

Orthodox Shotokan Karate, Kickboxing, Shootfighting
70" Reach 63"
3.08 Strikes Landed/Min 3.77
55% Strike Defense 63%
0.86 Takedowns/15Min 1.61
63% Takedown Defense 61%

Win Probability

Nurmagomedov
48%
Horiguchi
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Nurmagomedov Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Horiguchi ▲
Strike Defense Horiguchi ▲
Grappling Output Horiguchi ▲
Win Rate Horiguchi ▲

Style Matchup

Balanced VS Shotokan Karate, Kickboxing, Shootfighting

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Veteran

"Said Nurmagomedov is a well-rounded veteran fighter with a long career and balanced skillset, but lacks a clear dominant style and has declined in recent years."

Horiguchi Tactics

Veteran

"Kyoji Horiguchi is a highly experienced and well-rounded fighter with a strong record, but his statistics don't reveal a clear specialty."

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