Evangelista Santos vs Nate Diaz
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Evangelista Santos
42-18-0
Nate Diaz
21-13-0Physical Comparison
Nate Diaz has the height edge at 183cm vs 178cm for Evangelista Santos — a 5cm difference that gives Diaz the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Evangelista Santos brings a record of 42-18-0 across 60 professional bouts (70% win rate).Nate Diaz enters with 21-13-0 from 34 fights (62% win rate).
Evangelista Santos has the experience edge with 60 bouts compared to 34 — that's 26 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 24% for Nate Diaz. Santos has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Nate Diaz is the younger fighter at 41 compared to Evangelista Santos's 48 — a 7-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
- • Trust the higher win rate (70% vs 62%)
- • Lean on greater experience (60 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Diaz's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Evangelista Santos vs Nate Diaz — FAQ
- What are Evangelista Santos's and Nate Diaz's records?
- Evangelista Santos is 42-18-0 (14 KOs). Nate Diaz is 21-13-0 (5 KOs).
- Who is taller — Evangelista Santos or Nate Diaz?
- Nate Diaz is taller at 183cm vs 178cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Evangelista Santos has the higher KO rate at 33% compared to Nate Diaz's 24%.