Brian Norman Jr. vs Josh Wagner
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Brian Norman Jr. vs Josh Wagner — Saturday, 16 May 2026
Keyshawn Davis vs. Nahir Albright II · DAZN · Scope Arena, Norfolk, United States · 10 rounds · welterweight
Full Event Details →Brian Norman Jr.
"The Assassin II"
31-1-0Josh Wagner
""The Legend Lives On""
17-2-1Physical Comparison
Josh Wagner has the height edge at 183cm vs 173cm for Brian Norman Jr. — a 10cm difference that gives Wagner the ability to fight behind range.
The reach belongs to Josh Wagner — 188cm vs 183cm for Brian Norman Jr., a 5cm advantage. Wagner can use this to maintain distance and work behind the jab.
Record & Experience
Brian Norman Jr. brings a record of 31-1-0 across 32 professional bouts (97% win rate).Josh Wagner enters with 17-2-1 from 20 fights (85% win rate).
Brian Norman Jr. has the experience edge with 32 bouts compared to 20 — that's 12 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 25 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Jr.'s Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (97% vs 85%)
- • Lean on greater experience (32 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Wagner's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Brian Norman Jr. vs Josh Wagner — FAQ
- What are Brian Norman Jr.'s and Josh Wagner's records?
- Brian Norman Jr. is 31-1-0 (0 KOs). Josh Wagner is 17-2-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Brian Norman Jr. or Josh Wagner?
- Josh Wagner is taller at 183cm vs 173cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the longer reach — Brian Norman Jr. or Josh Wagner?
- Josh Wagner has a longer reach at 188cm vs 183cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.