Carmen Basilio vs Conor McGregor
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Carmen Basilio
"The Upstate Onion Farmer"
79-16-7
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Physical Comparison
Conor McGregor has the height edge at 174cm vs 169cm for Carmen Basilio — a 5cm difference that gives McGregor the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Carmen Basilio brings a record of 79-16-7 across 102 professional bouts (77% win rate).Conor McGregor enters with 22-6-0 from 28 fights (79% win rate).
Carmen Basilio has the experience edge with 102 bouts compared to 28 — that's 74 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, Conor McGregor carries the heavier hands with a 86% stoppage rate vs 0% for Carmen Basilio. McGregor is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Conor McGregor is the younger fighter at 37 compared to Carmen Basilio's 99 — a 62-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Basilio relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Basilio's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (102 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (86% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (79% vs 77%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Carmen Basilio vs Conor McGregor — FAQ
- What are Carmen Basilio's and Conor McGregor's records?
- Carmen Basilio is 79-16-7 (0 KOs). Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs).
- Who is taller — Carmen Basilio or Conor McGregor?
- Conor McGregor is taller at 174cm vs 169cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Carmen Basilio's 0%.