Conor McGregor vs Fabio Wardley
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Fabio Wardley
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21-0-1Physical Comparison
Fabio Wardley has the height edge at 196cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 22cm difference that gives Wardley the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Conor McGregor brings a record of 22-6-0 across 28 professional bouts (79% win rate).Fabio Wardley enters with 21-0-1 from 22 fights (95% win rate).
Conor McGregor has the experience edge with 28 bouts compared to 22 — that's 6 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 is the more prolific finisher with a 86% stoppage rate compared to 0% for Fabio Wardley. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Fabio Wardley is unbeaten at 21-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Fabio Wardley is the younger fighter at 31 compared to Conor McGregor's 37 — a 6-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while McGregor relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (86% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (28 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Wardley's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (95% vs 79%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Fabio Wardley — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Fabio Wardley's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Fabio Wardley is 21-0-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Conor McGregor or Fabio Wardley?
- Fabio Wardley is taller at 196cm vs 174cm — a 22cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Fabio Wardley's 0%.