Conor McGregor vs Jose Fernandez
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Jose Fernandez
"Chegüi"
45-3-1Physical Comparison
This is a southpaw vs orthodox matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Conor McGregor fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.
Record & Experience
Conor McGregor brings a record of 22-6-0 across 28 professional bouts (79% win rate).Jose Fernandez enters with 45-3-1 from 49 fights (92% win rate).
Jose Fernandez has the experience edge with 49 bouts compared to 28 — that's 21 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 Jose Fernandez. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Key Factors
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (86% KO rate)
- • Exploit southpaw angles against orthodox stance
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Fernandez's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (92% vs 79%)
- • Greater professional experience (49 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Jose Fernandez — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Jose Fernandez's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Jose Fernandez is 45-3-1 (0 KOs).
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Jose Fernandez's 0%.