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Alpha Contender

VS

Bravo Contender

+/-1 Division Delta Restriction Enabled

Rua

Orthodox MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
VS

James

N/A Striker
N/A Reach N/A
2.48 Strikes Landed/Min 1.33
53% Strike Defense 28%
1.97 Takedowns/15Min N/A
37% Takedown Defense 44%

Win Probability

Rua
52%
James
48%

Based on stats, win rate & tier

Key Advantages

▲ Rua Striking Volume
▲ Rua Strike Defense

Style Matchup

MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu VS Striker

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

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."

James Tactics

Veteran

"Nate James is a skilled striker with a high accuracy rate, but his grappling defense is weak, making him susceptible to submissions."

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