Conor McGregor vs Israel Adesanya
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0
Israel Adesanya
"The Last Stylebender"
24-6-0Physical Comparison
Israel Adesanya has the height edge at 193cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 19cm difference that gives Adesanya the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Conor McGregor brings a record of 22-6-0 across 28 professional bouts (79% win rate).Israel Adesanya enters with 24-6-0 from 30 fights (80% win rate).
Israel Adesanya has the experience edge with 30 bouts compared to 28 — that's 2 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 67% for Israel Adesanya. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Israel Adesanya is the younger fighter at 36 compared to Conor McGregor's 37 — a 1-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)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Adesanya's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (67% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (80% vs 79%)
- • Greater professional experience (30 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms