Winner: Bryce Mitchell
Confidence Score: 62Bryce Mitchell is likely to win due to his superior grappling and wrestling skillset, which is supported by a much higher takedown accuracy (36% to 15%) and a significant edge in submission wins (9 to 6). While both fighters are coming off some recent losses and have similar reach and age, Mitchell's ability to control opponents on the ground and his high submission threat are particularly effective against fighters with average takedown defense like Nurmagomedov (62%). Mitchell also lands more accurate significant strikes (59% vs 48%) and has a slightly better strike defense (60% vs 56%). Historically, fighters with Mitchell's profile—high grappling output, strong submission game, and better striking accuracy—have had an edge in similar bantamweight matchups, especially when facing opponents with lower takedown accuracy and less defensive wrestling. The main risk is Mitchell's own takedown defense (33%), but Nurmagomedov is not a high-volume wrestler. Mitchell's path to victory is clearer, especially if he can get top control early.
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