Evangelista Santos vs Rafael dos Anjos
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Evangelista Santos
42-18-0Rafael dos Anjos
32-17-0Physical Comparison
Evangelista Santos stands 178cm tall compared to Rafael dos Anjos's 175cm — a 3cm height advantage that could allow Santos to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Evangelista Santos brings a record of 42-18-0 across 60 professional bouts (70% win rate).Rafael dos Anjos enters with 32-17-0 from 49 fights (65% win rate).
Evangelista Santos has the experience edge with 60 bouts compared to 49 — that's 11 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 16% for Rafael dos Anjos. Santos has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Rafael dos Anjos 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
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (70% vs 65%)
- • Lean on greater experience (60 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Anjos's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Evangelista Santos vs Rafael dos Anjos — FAQ
- What are Evangelista Santos's and Rafael dos Anjos's records?
- Evangelista Santos is 42-18-0 (14 KOs). Rafael dos Anjos is 32-17-0 (5 KOs).
- Who is taller — Evangelista Santos or Rafael dos Anjos?
- Evangelista Santos is taller at 178cm vs 175cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Evangelista Santos has the higher KO rate at 33% compared to Rafael dos Anjos's 16%.