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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Mendes

Orthodox Wrestling
VS

Kikuno

Orthodox Okinawan Kenpo Karate, Kyokushin Karate
66" Reach 66"
2.78 Strikes Landed/Min 2.64
67% Strike Defense 61%
4.13 Takedowns/15Min 1.88
100% Takedown Defense 76%

Win Probability

Mendes
56%
Kikuno
44%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Mendes Strike Defense
▲ Mendes Takedown Defense
▲ Mendes Grappling Output
▲ Mendes Win Rate

Style Matchup

Wrestling VS Okinawan Kenpo Karate, Kyokushin Karate

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

Mendes Tactics

Elite

"Chad Mendes is an elite fighter with a strong grappling game, but his striking statistics are impressive as well, making him a well-rounded fighter."

Kikuno Tactics

Veteran

"Katsunori Kikuno is a veteran fighter with a solid record, and his grappling statistics suggest he may be one of the most dominant grapplers in the division."

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