+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Silva
Southpaw Striker
VS
Nelson
Switch Grappler
77" Reach 72"
3.05 Strikes Landed/Min 1.77
60% Strike Defense 48%
0.5 Takedowns/15Min 2
69% Takedown Defense 68%
Win Probability
Silva
55%
Nelson
45%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
▲ Silva Reach Advantage —
▲ Silva Striking Volume —
▲ Silva Strike Defense —
— Grappling Output Nelson ▲
Style Matchup
Striker VS Grappler
"Striker vs Grappler — Classic MMA clash. If the fight stays standing, the striker holds the edge. Takedown defense will be decisive."
Silva Tactics
Elite"Anderson Silva is a legendary striker with elite-level skills and a strong ground game, making him one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time."
Nelson Tactics
Veteran"Gunnar Nelson is a skilled grappler with a strong submission game and solid wrestling skills, but his striking is not his strong suit."