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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Cavalcante

Orthodox Luta Livre, BJJ, Kickboxing
VS

Nurmagomedov

Orthodox Combat Sambo
71" Reach 70"
1.98 Strikes Landed/Min 4.1
51% Strike Defense 65%
1.25 Takedowns/15Min 5.32
66% Takedown Defense 84%

Win Probability

Cavalcante
42%
Nurmagomedov
58%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Nurmagomedov ▲
Strike Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
Takedown Defense Nurmagomedov ▲
Grappling Output Nurmagomedov ▲
Win Rate Nurmagomedov ▲

Style Matchup

Luta Livre, BJJ, Kickboxing VS Combat Sambo

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

Cavalcante Tactics

Elite

"Gesias Cavalcante is a highly skilled and experienced fighter with a well-rounded skillset, capable of competing at the highest level in both striking and grappling."

Nurmagomedov Tactics

Elite

"Khabib Nurmagomedov is an elite-level grappler with impressive metrics, making him a dominant force in the Octagon."

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