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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Penn

Orthodox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
VS

Taisumov

Orthodox Balanced
70" Reach 73"
2.76 Strikes Landed/Min 2.98
56% Strike Defense 64%
1.19 Takedowns/15Min 1.34
74% Takedown Defense 88%

Win Probability

Penn
44%
Taisumov
56%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Reach Advantage Taisumov ▲
Strike Defense Taisumov ▲
Takedown Defense Taisumov ▲
Win Rate Taisumov ▲

Style Matchup

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu VS Balanced

"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."

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."

Taisumov Tactics

Veteran

"Mairbek Taisumov is a well-rounded fighter with a strong submission game and respectable striking skills."

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