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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Gouveia

Orthodox Grappler
VS

Makhachev

Southpaw Combat sambo
76" Reach 70"
3.02 Strikes Landed/Min 2.45
56% Strike Defense 61%
0.9 Takedowns/15Min 3.1
57% Takedown Defense 91%

Win Probability

Gouveia
43%
Makhachev
57%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Gouveia Reach Advantage
▲ Gouveia Striking Volume
Takedown Defense Makhachev ▲
Grappling Output Makhachev ▲
Win Rate Makhachev ▲

Style Matchup

Grappler VS Combat sambo

"Tactical wildcard matchup — Both fighters bring unique tools to the cage. Adaptability and game planning will be key."

Gouveia Tactics

Veteran

"Wilson Gouveia is a skilled grappler with a strong background in submissions, but has shown some limitations in his striking."

Makhachev Tactics

Veteran

"Islam Makhachev is a grappling-heavy veteran with a strong career trajectory and well-rounded skills."

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