Conor McGregor vs Justin Gaethje
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0
Justin Gaethje
"The Highlight"
27-5-0Physical Comparison
Justin Gaethje has the height edge at 180cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 6cm difference that gives Gaethje the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Conor McGregor brings a record of 22-6-0 across 28 professional bouts (79% win rate).Justin Gaethje enters with 27-5-0 from 32 fights (84% win rate).
Justin Gaethje has the experience edge with 32 bouts compared to 28 — that's 4 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 74% for Justin Gaethje. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 37 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (86% KO rate)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Gaethje's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (74% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (84% vs 79%)
- • Greater professional experience (32 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms