David Benavidez vs Luka Plantic
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
David Benavidez
"El Bandera Roja / ("The Red Flag")"
31-0-0Luka Plantic
"| weight = Super middleweight"
14-1-0Physical Comparison
David Benavidez stands 185cm tall compared to Luka Plantic's 181cm — a 4cm height advantage that could allow Benavidez to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
David Benavidez brings a record of 31-0-0 across 31 professional bouts (100% win rate).Luka Plantic enters with 14-1-0 from 15 fights (93% win rate).
David Benavidez has the experience edge with 31 bouts compared to 15 — that's 16 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, David Benavidez is the more prolific finisher with a 81% stoppage rate compared to 0% for Luka Plantic. Benavidez has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
David Benavidez remains undefeated at 31-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Luka Plantic to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Key Factors
Benavidez's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (81% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (100% vs 93%)
- • Lean on greater experience (31 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Plantic's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
David Benavidez vs Luka Plantic — FAQ
- What are David Benavidez's and Luka Plantic's records?
- David Benavidez is 31-0-0 (25 KOs). Luka Plantic is 14-1-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — David Benavidez or Luka Plantic?
- David Benavidez is taller at 185cm vs 181cm — a 4cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- David Benavidez has the higher KO rate at 81% compared to Luka Plantic's 0%.