Conor McGregor vs Paul Kroll
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Paul Kroll
15-2-1Physical Comparison
Paul Kroll has the height edge at 175cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 1cm difference that gives Kroll the ability to fight behind range.
Conor McGregor holds a 10cm reach advantage (188cm vs 178cm). 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 Kroll enters with 15-2-1 from 18 fights (83% win rate).
Conor McGregor has the experience edge with 28 bouts compared to 18 — that's 10 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 Kroll. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Paul Kroll is the younger fighter at 31 compared to Conor McGregor's 38 — a 7-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)
- • Exploit southpaw angles against orthodox stance
- • Lean on greater experience (28 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Kroll's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (83% vs 79%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Paul Kroll — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Paul Kroll's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Paul Kroll is 15-2-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Conor McGregor or Paul Kroll?
- Paul Kroll is taller at 175cm vs 174cm — a 1cm advantage.
- Who has the longer reach — Conor McGregor or Paul Kroll?
- Conor McGregor has a longer reach at 188cm vs 178cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Paul Kroll's 0%.