Evangelista Santos vs Kamaru Usman
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Evangelista Santos
42-18-0
Kamaru Usman
"The Nigerian Nightmare"
21-4-0Physical Comparison
Kamaru Usman has the height edge at 183cm vs 178cm for Evangelista Santos — a 5cm difference that gives Usman the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Evangelista Santos brings a record of 42-18-0 across 60 professional bouts (70% win rate).Kamaru Usman enters with 21-4-0 from 25 fights (84% win rate).
Evangelista Santos has the experience edge with 60 bouts compared to 25 — that's 35 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, Kamaru Usman carries the heavier hands with a 43% stoppage rate vs 33% for Evangelista Santos. Usman is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Kamaru Usman is the younger fighter at 38 compared to Evangelista Santos's 48 — a 10-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
- • Lean on greater experience (60 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Usman's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (84% vs 70%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Evangelista Santos vs Kamaru Usman — FAQ
- What are Evangelista Santos's and Kamaru Usman's records?
- Evangelista Santos is 42-18-0 (14 KOs). Kamaru Usman is 21-4-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Evangelista Santos or Kamaru Usman?
- Kamaru Usman is taller at 183cm vs 178cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Kamaru Usman has the higher KO rate at 43% compared to Evangelista Santos's 33%.