+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled
Poirier
Southpaw Balanced
VS
Nelson
Southpaw Striker
72" Reach 70"
5.24 Strikes Landed/Min 1.38
52% Strike Defense 61%
1.15 Takedowns/15Min 1.31
64% Takedown Defense 54%
Win Probability
Poirier
56%
Nelson
44%
Based on stats, win rate & tier
Key Advantages
▲ Poirier Reach Advantage —
▲ Poirier Striking Volume —
— Strike Defense Nelson ▲
▲ Poirier Win Rate —
Style Matchup
Balanced VS Striker
"Balanced vs Specialist — The well-rounded fighter can dictate where this fight takes place, forcing their opponent out of their comfort zone."
Poirier Tactics
Veteran"Dustin Poirier is a battle-tested striker with a long history of success and a reputation for exciting fights."
Nelson Tactics
Journeyman"Shane Nelson is a limited striker with decent volume, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and his defense is a concern."