Conor McGregor vs Paul Gallen
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Paul Gallen
18-2-1Physical Comparison
Conor McGregor holds a 8cm reach advantage (188cm vs 180cm). This longer reach can be the difference-maker at distance, allowing McGregor to land clean shots while staying out of danger.
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).Paul Gallen enters with 18-2-1 from 21 fights (86% win rate).
Conor McGregor has the experience edge with 28 bouts compared to 21 — that's 7 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 Paul Gallen. 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
- • Lean on greater experience (28 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Gallen's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (86% vs 79%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Paul Gallen — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Paul Gallen's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Paul Gallen is 18-2-1 (0 KOs).
- Who has the longer reach — Conor McGregor or Paul Gallen?
- Conor McGregor has a longer reach at 188cm vs 180cm — a 8cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Paul Gallen's 0%.