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

Dan Severn
101-19-7
Yoshihiro Akiyama
16-7-0Physical Comparison
Dan Severn stands 188cm tall compared to Yoshihiro Akiyama's 177cm — a 11cm 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).Yoshihiro Akiyama enters with 16-7-0 from 23 fights (70% win rate).
Dan Severn has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 23 — that's 104 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, Yoshihiro Akiyama carries the heavier hands with a 44% stoppage rate vs 23% for Dan Severn. Akiyama is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Yoshihiro Akiyama is the younger fighter at 50 compared to Dan Severn's 67 — a 17-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 70%)
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Akiyama's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Dan Severn vs Yoshihiro Akiyama — FAQ
- What are Dan Severn's and Yoshihiro Akiyama's records?
- Dan Severn is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Yoshihiro Akiyama is 16-7-0 (7 KOs).
- Who is taller — Dan Severn or Yoshihiro Akiyama?
- Dan Severn is taller at 188cm vs 177cm — a 11cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Yoshihiro Akiyama has the higher KO rate at 44% compared to Dan Severn's 23%.