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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Zhifa

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
63" Reach 70"
1.27 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
60% Strike Defense 55%
2 Takedowns/15Min 0.86
N/A Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Zhifa
48%
Nurmagomedov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Nurmagomedov ▲
Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Zhifa Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Balanced

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

Zhifa Tactics

Veteran

"Shang Zhifa is a dominant grappler with a strong takedown game, but his striking is underdeveloped and he can be vulnerable to submissions."

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."

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