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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Saadulaev

N/A Grappler
VS

Lopes

Orthodox Balanced
N/A Reach 72"
0.57 Strikes Landed/Min 3.83
66% Strike Defense 45%
5.73 Takedowns/15Min 0.88
N/A Takedown Defense 68%

Win Probability

Saadulaev
50%
Lopes
50%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Lopes ▲
▲ Saadulaev Strike Defense
▲ Saadulaev 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."

Saadulaev Tactics

Veteran

"Saadulaev's strong grappling skills, including a high takedown average and accuracy, suggest a wrestling-based approach with a well-rounded skillset."

Lopes Tactics

Veteran

"Diego Lopes is a veteran fighter with a long record and well-rounded skills, but his stats are not particularly impressive, making him a veteran presence in the 145lbs division."

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