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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Adesanya

Switch Kickboxing
VS

Hawes

Orthodox Wrestling
80" Reach 77"
4.03 Strikes Landed/Min 5.33
55% Strike Defense 55%
0.05 Takedowns/15Min 2.11
76% Takedown Defense 90%

Win Probability

Adesanya
49%
Hawes
51%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Adesanya Reach Advantage
Striking Volume Hawes ▲
Takedown Defense Hawes ▲
Grappling Output Hawes ▲
▲ Adesanya Win Rate

Style Matchup

Kickboxing VS Wrestling

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

Adesanya Tactics

Elite

"Israel Adesanya is an elite striker with a strong record, excellent striking accuracy, and solid defense, but limited grappling skills."

Hawes Tactics

Elite

"Phil Hawes is a powerful striker with a strong record, but his grappling skills are underdeveloped and may leave him vulnerable to submissions."

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