Alistair Overeem vs Jorge Masvidal
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Alistair Overeem
47-19-0
Jorge Masvidal
"Gamebred / Street Jesus"
35-17-0Physical Comparison
Alistair Overeem stands 196cm tall compared to Jorge Masvidal's 180cm — a 16cm height advantage that could allow Overeem to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Alistair Overeem brings a record of 47-19-0 across 66 professional bouts (71% win rate).Jorge Masvidal enters with 35-17-0 from 52 fights (67% win rate).
Alistair Overeem has the experience edge with 66 bouts compared to 52 — that's 14 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
In terms of finishing power, Alistair Overeem is the more prolific finisher with a 53% stoppage rate compared to 46% for Jorge Masvidal. Overeem has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Jorge Masvidal is the younger fighter at 41 compared to Alistair Overeem's 45 — a 4-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Overeem relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Overeem's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (53% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (71% vs 67%)
- • Lean on greater experience (66 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Masvidal's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Alistair Overeem vs Jorge Masvidal — FAQ
- What are Alistair Overeem's and Jorge Masvidal's records?
- Alistair Overeem is 47-19-0 (25 KOs). Jorge Masvidal is 35-17-0 (16 KOs).
- Who is taller — Alistair Overeem or Jorge Masvidal?
- Alistair Overeem is taller at 196cm vs 180cm — a 16cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Alistair Overeem has the higher KO rate at 53% compared to Jorge Masvidal's 46%.