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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Malkoun

Orthodox Boxing, BJJ
VS

Barberena

Southpaw Striker
73" Reach 72"
4.23 Strikes Landed/Min 5.35
55% Strike Defense 44%
5.39 Takedowns/15Min 0.13
55% Takedown Defense 50%

Win Probability

Malkoun
56%
Barberena
44%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

Striking Volume Barberena ▲
▲ Malkoun Strike Defense
▲ Malkoun Grappling Output
▲ Malkoun Win Rate

Style Matchup

Boxing, BJJ VS Striker

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

Malkoun Tactics

Contender

"Jacob Malkoun is an aggressive wrestler with a high takedown average and decent striking, making him a promising contender at 185lbs."

Barberena Tactics

Veteran

"Bryan Barberena is a skilled striker with a strong record, but his grappling numbers are mediocre, and he may struggle against grapplers."

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