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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Sonnen

Southpaw Wrestling
VS

Sazhiniani

Orthodox Striker
73" Reach 71"
3.08 Strikes Landed/Min 2.27
62% Strike Defense 52%
3.81 Takedowns/15Min N/A
66% Takedown Defense 100%

Win Probability

Sonnen
47%
Sazhiniani
53%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Sonnen Reach Advantage
▲ Sonnen Striking Volume
▲ Sonnen Strike Defense
Takedown Defense Sazhiniani ▲
Win Rate Sazhiniani ▲

Style Matchup

Wrestling VS Striker

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

Sonnen Tactics

Veteran

"Sonnen is a well-established grappler with a strong ground game, but his striking and age may be catching up to him."

Sazhiniani Tactics

Veteran

"Mikheil Sazhiniani is a striker with a strong offense, but his grappling skills are undeveloped, and he may struggle against top-level grapplers."

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