Artur Beterbiev vs Ben Whittaker
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Artur Beterbiev
22-1-0Ben Whittaker
12-0-1Physical Comparison
Ben Whittaker has the height edge at 191cm vs 184cm for Artur Beterbiev — a 7cm difference that gives Whittaker the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Artur Beterbiev brings a record of 22-1-0 across 23 professional bouts (96% win rate).Ben Whittaker enters with 12-0-1 from 13 fights (92% win rate).
Artur Beterbiev has the experience edge with 23 bouts compared to 13 — that's 10 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Ben Whittaker is unbeaten at 12-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Ben Whittaker is the younger fighter at 28 compared to Artur Beterbiev's 41 — a 13-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Beterbiev relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Beterbiev's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (96% vs 92%)
- • Lean on greater experience (23 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Whittaker's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Artur Beterbiev vs Ben Whittaker — FAQ
- What are Artur Beterbiev's and Ben Whittaker's records?
- Artur Beterbiev is 22-1-0 (0 KOs). Ben Whittaker is 12-0-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Artur Beterbiev or Ben Whittaker?
- Ben Whittaker is taller at 191cm vs 184cm — a 7cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.