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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Sakurai

Orthodox Shootfighting, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Judo, Karate
VS

Poirier

Southpaw Balanced
N/A Reach 72"
2.45 Strikes Landed/Min 5.24
59% Strike Defense 52%
1.87 Takedowns/15Min 1.15
56% Takedown Defense 64%

Win Probability

Sakurai
48%
Poirier
52%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Poirier ▲
▲ Sakurai Strike Defense
▲ Sakurai Grappling Output

Style Matchup

Shootfighting, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Judo, Karate VS Balanced

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

Sakurai Tactics

Veteran

"Hayato Sakurai is a seasoned grappler with a strong ground game and decent striking defense, but his striking offense is limited and he often relies on takedowns to control fights."

Poirier Tactics

Veteran

"Dustin Poirier is a battle-tested striker with a long history of success and a reputation for exciting fights."

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