Cris Cyborg vs Claressa Shields
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Cris Cyborg
29-2-0
Claressa Shields
"T-Rex, GWOAT"
2-1-0Physical Comparison
Claressa Shields has the height edge at 178cm vs 173cm for Cris Cyborg — a 5cm difference that gives Shields the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Cris Cyborg brings a record of 29-2-0 across 31 professional bouts (94% win rate).Claressa Shields enters with 2-1-0 from 3 fights (67% win rate).
Cris Cyborg has the experience edge with 31 bouts compared to 3 — that's 28 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, Cris Cyborg is the more prolific finisher with a 72% stoppage rate compared to 50% for Claressa Shields. Cyborg has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Claressa Shields is the younger fighter at 31 compared to Cris Cyborg's 40 — a 9-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Cyborg relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Cyborg's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (72% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (94% vs 67%)
- • Lean on greater experience (31 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Shields's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (50% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms