Cung Le vs Wanderlei Silva
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Cung Le
9-3-0
Wanderlei Silva
35-14-1Physical Comparison
Wanderlei Silva has the height edge at 180cm vs 178cm for Cung Le — a 2cm difference that gives Silva the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Cung Le brings a record of 9-3-0 across 12 professional bouts (75% win rate).Wanderlei Silva enters with 35-14-1 from 50 fights (70% win rate).
Wanderlei Silva has the experience edge with 50 bouts compared to 12 — that's 38 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, Cung Le is the more prolific finisher with a 89% stoppage rate compared to 77% for Wanderlei Silva. Le has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Wanderlei Silva is the younger fighter at 49 compared to Cung Le's 53 — a 4-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Le relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Le's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (89% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (75% vs 70%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Silva's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (77% KO rate)
- • Greater professional experience (50 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Cung Le vs Wanderlei Silva — FAQ
- What are Cung Le's and Wanderlei Silva's records?
- Cung Le is 9-3-0 (8 KOs). Wanderlei Silva is 35-14-1 (27 KOs).
- Who is taller — Cung Le or Wanderlei Silva?
- Wanderlei Silva is taller at 180cm vs 178cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Cung Le has the higher KO rate at 89% compared to Wanderlei Silva's 77%.