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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Matsuda

Orthodox Striker
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 70"
3.2 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
69% Strike Defense 55%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 0.86
16% Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Matsuda
48%
Nurmagomedov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Matsuda Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

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."

Matsuda Tactics

Veteran

"Tateki Matsuda is a well-rounded veteran with a strong striking game, but limited grappling skills, making him a formidable opponent in the stand-up department."

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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