Dan Severn vs Junior dos Santos
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Dan Severn
101-19-7
Junior dos Santos
23-10-0Physical Comparison
Junior dos Santos has the height edge at 190cm vs 188cm for Dan Severn — a 2cm difference that gives Santos the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Dan Severn brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Junior dos Santos enters with 23-10-0 from 33 fights (70% win rate).
Dan Severn has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 33 — that's 94 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, Junior dos Santos carries the heavier hands with a 70% stoppage rate vs 23% for Dan Severn. Santos is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Junior dos Santos is the younger fighter at 42 compared to Dan Severn's 67 — a 25-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Severn relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Severn's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (80% vs 70%)
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (70% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Dan Severn vs Junior dos Santos — FAQ
- What are Dan Severn's and Junior dos Santos's records?
- Dan Severn is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Junior dos Santos is 23-10-0 (16 KOs).
- Who is taller — Dan Severn or Junior dos Santos?
- Junior dos Santos is taller at 190cm vs 188cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Junior dos Santos has the higher KO rate at 70% compared to Dan Severn's 23%.