Daniyar Yeleussinov vs Gerard Hughes
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Daniyar Yeleussinov
"Kazakh Thunder"
12-0-0Gerard Hughes
"Len"
135-32-7Physical Comparison
Gerard Hughes has the height edge at 185cm vs 178cm for Daniyar Yeleussinov — a 7cm difference that gives Hughes the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Daniyar Yeleussinov brings a record of 12-0-0 across 12 professional bouts (100% win rate).Gerard Hughes enters with 135-32-7 from 174 fights (78% win rate).
Gerard Hughes has the experience edge with 174 bouts compared to 12 — that's 162 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Daniyar Yeleussinov remains undefeated at 12-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Gerard Hughes to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Key Factors
Yeleussinov's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (100% vs 78%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Hughes's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (174 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Daniyar Yeleussinov vs Gerard Hughes — FAQ
- What are Daniyar Yeleussinov's and Gerard Hughes's records?
- Daniyar Yeleussinov is 12-0-0 (0 KOs). Gerard Hughes is 135-32-7 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Daniyar Yeleussinov or Gerard Hughes?
- Gerard Hughes is taller at 185cm vs 178cm — a 7cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.