Daniel Santos vs Daniyar Yeleussinov
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Daniel Santos
"El Pillin"
38-4-1
Daniyar Yeleussinov
"Kazakh Thunder"
12-0-0Physical Comparison
Daniel Santos stands 182cm tall compared to Daniyar Yeleussinov's 178cm — a 4cm height advantage that could allow Santos to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Daniel Santos brings a record of 38-4-1 across 43 professional bouts (88% win rate).Daniyar Yeleussinov enters with 12-0-0 from 12 fights (100% win rate).
Daniel Santos has the experience edge with 43 bouts compared to 12 — that's 31 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Daniyar Yeleussinov is unbeaten at 12-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Daniyar Yeleussinov is the younger fighter at 35 compared to Daniel Santos's 50 — a 15-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Santos relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Lean on greater experience (43 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Yeleussinov's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 88%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Daniel Santos vs Daniyar Yeleussinov — FAQ
- What are Daniel Santos's and Daniyar Yeleussinov's records?
- Daniel Santos is 38-4-1 (0 KOs). Daniyar Yeleussinov is 12-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Daniel Santos or Daniyar Yeleussinov?
- Daniel Santos is taller at 182cm vs 178cm — a 4cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.