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Alpha Contender

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Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Palatnikov

Switch Striker
VS

Gaethje

Orthodox Striker
72" Reach 70"
6.69 Strikes Landed/Min 6.48
52% Strike Defense 51%
0.72 Takedowns/15Min 0.33
70% Takedown Defense 74%

Win Probability

Palatnikov
47%
Gaethje
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Palatnikov Reach Advantage
▲ Palatnikov 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."

Palatnikov Tactics

Prospect

"Sasha Palatnikov is a powerful striker with a strong offense, but his grappling skills are limited and his defense is suspect."

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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