Ben Johnston vs Santiago Luna
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Ben Johnston
23-8-0Santiago Luna
8-0-0Physical Comparison
Santiago Luna has the height edge at 173cm vs 168cm for Ben Johnston — a 5cm difference that gives Luna the ability to fight behind range.
The reach belongs to Santiago Luna — 188cm vs 5cm for Ben Johnston, a 183cm advantage. Luna can use this to maintain distance and work behind the jab.
Record & Experience
Ben Johnston brings a record of 23-8-0 across 31 professional bouts (74% win rate).Santiago Luna enters with 8-0-0 from 8 fights (100% win rate).
Ben Johnston has the experience edge with 31 bouts compared to 8 — that's 23 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, Santiago Luna carries the heavier hands with a 38% stoppage rate vs 26% for Ben Johnston. Luna is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Santiago Luna is unbeaten at 8-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Santiago Luna is the younger fighter at 21 compared to Ben Johnston's 39 — a 18-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Johnston relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Johnston's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (31 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Luna's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 74%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ben Johnston vs Santiago Luna — FAQ
- What are Ben Johnston's and Santiago Luna's records?
- Ben Johnston is 23-8-0 (6 KOs). Santiago Luna is 8-0-0 (3 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ben Johnston or Santiago Luna?
- Santiago Luna is taller at 173cm vs 168cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the longer reach — Ben Johnston or Santiago Luna?
- Santiago Luna has a longer reach at 188cm vs 5cm — a 183cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Santiago Luna has the higher KO rate at 38% compared to Ben Johnston's 26%.