Evangelista Santos vs Leon Edwards
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Evangelista Santos
42-18-0
Leon Edwards
22-5-0Physical Comparison
Leon Edwards has the height edge at 188cm vs 178cm for Evangelista Santos — a 10cm difference that gives Edwards the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Evangelista Santos brings a record of 42-18-0 across 60 professional bouts (70% win rate).Leon Edwards enters with 22-5-0 from 27 fights (81% win rate).
Evangelista Santos has the experience edge with 60 bouts compared to 27 — that's 33 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, Evangelista Santos is the more prolific finisher with a 33% stoppage rate compared to 32% for Leon Edwards. Santos has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Leon Edwards is the younger fighter at 34 compared to Evangelista Santos's 48 — a 14-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
Edwards's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (81% vs 70%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Evangelista Santos vs Leon Edwards — FAQ
- What are Evangelista Santos's and Leon Edwards's records?
- Evangelista Santos is 42-18-0 (14 KOs). Leon Edwards is 22-5-0 (7 KOs).
- Who is taller — Evangelista Santos or Leon Edwards?
- Leon Edwards is taller at 188cm vs 178cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Evangelista Santos has the higher KO rate at 33% compared to Leon Edwards's 32%.