Cláudia Gadelha vs Melissa Amaya
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Cláudia Gadelha
18-5-0Melissa Amaya
16-4-0Physical Comparison
Melissa Amaya has the height edge at 163cm vs 160cm for Cláudia Gadelha — a 3cm difference that gives Amaya the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Cláudia Gadelha brings a record of 18-5-0 across 23 professional bouts (78% win rate).Melissa Amaya enters with 16-4-0 from 20 fights (80% win rate).
Cláudia Gadelha has the experience edge with 23 bouts compared to 20 — that's 3 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, Melissa Amaya carries the heavier hands with a 38% stoppage rate vs 11% for Cláudia Gadelha. Amaya is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Melissa Amaya is the younger fighter at 30 compared to Cláudia Gadelha's 37 — a 7-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Gadelha relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Gadelha's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (23 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Amaya's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (80% vs 78%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Cláudia Gadelha vs Melissa Amaya — FAQ
- What are Cláudia Gadelha's and Melissa Amaya's records?
- Cláudia Gadelha is 18-5-0 (2 KOs). Melissa Amaya is 16-4-0 (6 KOs).
- Who is taller — Cláudia Gadelha or Melissa Amaya?
- Melissa Amaya is taller at 163cm vs 160cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Melissa Amaya has the higher KO rate at 38% compared to Cláudia Gadelha's 11%.