Durability: Sherman finished 5× on record
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The evidence points to a grappling gap (0.5 vs 4 takedowns per 15); that is the read to test in the first five minutes.
Supporting evidenceDurability: Cutelaba finished 6× on record
| Attribute | Nzechukwu | Cutelaba |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 30 | 28 |
| Height | 6′5″ | 6′1″ |
| Reach | 83″ | 75″ |
| Stance | Southpaw | Southpaw |
| Rank | Unranked | Unranked |
Highlighted rows mark a meaningful factual difference, not an advantage. Unpublished values stay unpublished.
Cutelaba has been finished 6 times in the archive and absorbs 3.4 strikes per minute.
Favors NzechukwuNzechukwu holds a 8-inch reach edge (83" to 75"); Cutelaba has to cross distance to land.
Favors NzechukwuCutelaba averages 4 takedowns per 15 minutes; Nzechukwu has stopped 80% of attempts on record.
Favors NzechukwuWatch the first takedown attempt from Cutelaba: whether it lands, and how expensive it looks, tells you the shape of the fight.
Rounds two and three turn on whether Cutelaba keeps landing takedowns at 4 per 15 minutes; if Nzechukwu stays upright, the striking rates (4.9 vs 4.1 landed per minute) take over.
Three rounds only: a slow first round is expensive, and round three is often fought by whoever has the gas tank and the lead on the cards.
