Dan Severn vs Shinobu Ōta
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Dan Severn
101-19-7
Shinobu Ōta
7-5-0Physical Comparison
Dan Severn stands 188cm tall compared to Shinobu Ōta's 165cm — a 23cm height advantage that could allow Severn to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Dan Severn brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Shinobu Ōta enters with 7-5-0 from 12 fights (58% win rate).
Dan Severn has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 12 — that's 115 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, Shinobu Ōta carries the heavier hands with a 57% stoppage rate vs 23% for Dan Severn. Ōta is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Shinobu Ōta is the younger fighter at 32 compared to Dan Severn's 67 — a 35-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
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (80% vs 58%)
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Ōta's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (57% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Dan Severn vs Shinobu Ōta — FAQ
- What are Dan Severn's and Shinobu Ōta's records?
- Dan Severn is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Shinobu Ōta is 7-5-0 (4 KOs).
- Who is taller — Dan Severn or Shinobu Ōta?
- Dan Severn is taller at 188cm vs 165cm — a 23cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Shinobu Ōta has the higher KO rate at 57% compared to Dan Severn's 23%.