+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Nelson
Southpaw Striker
VS
Poirier
Southpaw Balanced
70" Reach 72"
1.38 Strikes Landed/Min 5.24
61% Strike Defense 52%
1.31 Takedowns/15Min 1.15
54% Takedown Defense 64%
Win Probability
Nelson
44%
Poirier
56%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
— Reach Advantage Poirier ▲
— Striking Volume Poirier ▲
▲ Nelson Strike Defense —
— Win Rate Poirier ▲
Style Matchup
Striker VS Balanced
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Nelson Tactics
Journeyman"Shane Nelson is a limited striker with decent volume, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and his defense is a concern."
Poirier Tactics
Veteran"Dustin Poirier is a battle-tested striker with a long history of success and a reputation for exciting fights."
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