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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Otsuka

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 70"
1.29 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
67% Strike Defense 55%
1.64 Takedowns/15Min 0.86
65% Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Otsuka
47%
Nurmagomedov
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Otsuka Strike Defense
▲ Otsuka Grappling Output
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

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."

Otsuka Tactics

Veteran

"Takafumi Otsuka is a grappling-heavy fighter with a strong takedown game, but struggles with striking accuracy and defense, making him a tough opponent for grapplers."

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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