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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Patterson

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
78" Reach 70"
3.89 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
49% Strike Defense 51%
1.39 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
33% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Patterson
47%
Gaethje
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Patterson Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Gaethje ▲
Takedown Defense Gaethje ▲
▲ Patterson Grappling Output
Win Rate Gaethje ▲

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."

Patterson Tactics

Contender

"Sam Patterson is a skilled grappler with a strong record and impressive submission game, making him a legitimate contender in the welterweight division."

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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