Demetrious Johnson vs Imanol Rodríguez
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Demetrious Johnson
"Mighty Mouse"
25-4-1Imanol Rodríguez
14-3-0Physical Comparison
Imanol Rodríguez has the height edge at 168cm vs 160cm for Demetrious Johnson — a 8cm difference that gives Rodríguez the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Demetrious Johnson brings a record of 25-4-1 across 30 professional bouts (83% win rate).Imanol Rodríguez enters with 14-3-0 from 17 fights (82% win rate).
Demetrious Johnson has the experience edge with 30 bouts compared to 17 — that's 13 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, Demetrious Johnson is the more prolific finisher with a 20% stoppage rate compared to 14% for Imanol Rodríguez. Johnson has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Imanol Rodríguez is the younger fighter at 32 compared to Demetrious Johnson's 40 — a 8-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Johnson relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Johnson's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (83% vs 82%)
- • Lean on greater experience (30 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Rodríguez's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Demetrious Johnson vs Imanol Rodríguez — FAQ
- What are Demetrious Johnson's and Imanol Rodríguez's records?
- Demetrious Johnson is 25-4-1 (5 KOs). Imanol Rodríguez is 14-3-0 (2 KOs).
- Who is taller — Demetrious Johnson or Imanol Rodríguez?
- Imanol Rodríguez is taller at 168cm vs 160cm — a 8cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Demetrious Johnson has the higher KO rate at 20% compared to Imanol Rodríguez's 14%.