Dan Severn vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Dan Severn
101-19-7Waldo Cortés-Acosta
17-2-0Physical Comparison
Waldo Cortés-Acosta has the height edge at 193cm vs 188cm for Dan Severn — a 5cm difference that gives Cortés-Acosta the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Dan Severn brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Waldo Cortés-Acosta enters with 17-2-0 from 19 fights (89% win rate).
Dan Severn has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 19 — that's 108 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, Waldo Cortés-Acosta carries the heavier hands with a 53% stoppage rate vs 23% for Dan Severn. Cortés-Acosta is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Waldo Cortés-Acosta is the younger fighter at 34 compared to Dan Severn's 67 — a 33-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
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Cortés-Acosta's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (53% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (89% vs 80%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Dan Severn vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta — FAQ
- What are Dan Severn's and Waldo Cortés-Acosta's records?
- Dan Severn is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Waldo Cortés-Acosta is 17-2-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Dan Severn or Waldo Cortés-Acosta?
- Waldo Cortés-Acosta is taller at 193cm vs 188cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Waldo Cortés-Acosta has the higher KO rate at 53% compared to Dan Severn's 23%.