Akebono Tarō vs Masakatsu Funaki
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Akebono Tarō
654-232-181VS

Masakatsu Funaki
0-0-0654-232-181
Record0-0-0
61%
Win Rate0%
0%
KO %0%
203cm
Height183cm
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Reach—
57
Age57
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Stance—
1067
Total Bouts0
Physical Comparison
Akebono Tarō stands 203cm tall compared to Masakatsu Funaki's 183cm — a 20cm height advantage that could allow Tarō to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Akebono Tarō brings a record of 654-232-181 across 1067 professional bouts (61% win rate).Masakatsu Funaki enters with 0-0-0.
Akebono Tarō has the experience edge with 1067 bouts compared to 0 — that's 1067 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 57 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Tarō's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (61% vs 0%)
- • Lean on greater experience (1067 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Funaki's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Akebono Tarō vs Masakatsu Funaki — FAQ
- What are Akebono Tarō's and Masakatsu Funaki's records?
- Akebono Tarō is 654-232-181 (0 KOs). Masakatsu Funaki is 0-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Akebono Tarō or Masakatsu Funaki?
- Akebono Tarō is taller at 203cm vs 183cm — a 20cm advantage.