Curtis Blaydes vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Curtis Blaydes vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta — Saturday, 12 September 2026
NOCHE UFC · Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, United States · 3 rounds · heavyweight
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Curtis Blaydes
19-6-0Waldo Cortés-Acosta
17-2-0Physical Comparison
Both fighters stand at 193cm — there's no height advantage for either fighter in this matchup.
Record & Experience
Curtis Blaydes brings a record of 19-6-0 across 25 professional bouts (76% win rate).Waldo Cortés-Acosta enters with 17-2-0 from 19 fights (89% win rate).
Curtis Blaydes has the experience edge with 25 bouts compared to 19 — that's 6 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, Curtis Blaydes is the more prolific finisher with a 68% stoppage rate compared to 53% for Waldo Cortés-Acosta. Blaydes has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Waldo Cortés-Acosta is the younger fighter at 34 compared to Curtis Blaydes's 35 — a 1-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Blaydes relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Blaydes's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (68% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (25 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Cortés-Acosta's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (53% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (89% vs 76%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Curtis Blaydes vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta — FAQ
- What are Curtis Blaydes's and Waldo Cortés-Acosta's records?
- Curtis Blaydes is 19-6-0 (13 KOs). Waldo Cortés-Acosta is 17-2-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Curtis Blaydes or Waldo Cortés-Acosta?
- Both fighters stand 193cm tall — no height advantage either way.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Curtis Blaydes has the higher KO rate at 68% compared to Waldo Cortés-Acosta's 53%.