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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Kazama

Orthodox Striker
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Balanced
69" Reach 70"
1.49 Strikes Landed/Min 3.08
38% Strike Defense 55%
1.94 Takedowns/15Min 0.86
66% Takedown Defense 63%

Win Probability

Kazama
48%
Nurmagomedov
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
Strike Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
▲ Kazama Grappling Output
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."

Kazama Tactics

Contender

"Toshiomi Kazama is a grappling specialist with a strong submission game and solid takedown defense, making him a formidable opponent in the division with a clear path to victory."

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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