Benson Henderson vs Eddie Alvarez
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Benson Henderson
"Smooth"
30-12-0
Eddie Alvarez
"The Underground King"
30-8-0Physical Comparison
Both fighters stand at 175cm — there's no height advantage for either fighter in this matchup.
This is a southpaw vs orthodox matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Benson Henderson fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.
Record & Experience
Benson Henderson brings a record of 30-12-0 across 42 professional bouts (71% win rate).Eddie Alvarez enters with 30-8-0 from 38 fights (79% win rate).
Benson Henderson has the experience edge with 42 bouts compared to 38 — that's 4 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, Eddie Alvarez carries the heavier hands with a 57% stoppage rate vs 17% for Benson Henderson. Alvarez is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 42 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Henderson's Path to Victory
- • Exploit southpaw angles against orthodox stance
- • Lean on greater experience (42 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Alvarez's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (57% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (79% vs 71%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Benson Henderson vs Eddie Alvarez — FAQ
- What are Benson Henderson's and Eddie Alvarez's records?
- Benson Henderson is 30-12-0 (5 KOs). Eddie Alvarez is 30-8-0 (17 KOs).
- Who is taller — Benson Henderson or Eddie Alvarez?
- Both fighters stand 175cm tall — no height advantage either way.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Eddie Alvarez has the higher KO rate at 57% compared to Benson Henderson's 17%.