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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Bestaev

N/A Striker
VS

Rua

Orthodox MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
76" Reach N/A
6.15 Strikes Landed/Min 2.48
43% Strike Defense 53%
N/A Takedowns/15Min 1.97
N/A Takedown Defense 37%

Win Probability

Bestaev
59%
Rua
41%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Bestaev Striking Volume
Strike Defense Rua ▲
▲ Bestaev Win Rate

Style Matchup

Striker VS MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu

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

Bestaev Tactics

Elite

"Khadzhi Bestaev is a highly skilled striker with a high volume of strikes and decent grappling skills, making him a formidable opponent in the lightweight division."

Rua Tactics

Veteran

"Murilo Rua is a well-rounded fighter with a strong grappling background and respectable striking numbers, but his career has been marked by inconsistency."

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