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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Penn

Orthodox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
VS

Thornburg

N/A Grappler
70" Reach N/A
2.76 Strikes Landed/Min 1.2
56% Strike Defense 38%
1.19 Takedowns/15Min 2
74% Takedown Defense 42%

Win Probability

Penn
55%
Thornburg
45%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Penn Striking Volume
▲ Penn Strike Defense
▲ Penn Takedown Defense
Grappling Output Thornburg ▲

Style Matchup

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu VS Grappler

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

Penn Tactics

Veteran

"BJ Penn is a seasoned grappler with a strong submission game, but his striking defense and takedown accuracy have declined with age."

Thornburg Tactics

Unknown

"Inconsistent fighter with a strong grappling game, but struggles with striking defense and overall performance."

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