Conor McGregor vs Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place
"The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|heig"
7-0-0Physical Comparison
Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place has the height edge at 178cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 4cm difference that gives 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place the ability to fight behind range.
This is a southpaw vs orthodox|total=7|win 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).Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place enters with 7-0-0 from 7 fights (100% win rate).
Conor McGregor has the experience edge with 28 bouts compared to 7 — 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 Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place is unbeaten at 7-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Key Factors
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (86% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (28 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 79%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place is 7-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Conor McGregor or Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place?
- Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place is taller at 178cm vs 174cm — a 4cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Steven Cairns|nickname=The Irish Takeover|weight_class=Super Feather|height=5′ 10″ / 178cm|nationality=Irish|birth_place's 0%.