What are Ezzard Charles's and Khabib Nurmagomedov's records?

Ezzard Charles is 121-25-1 (0 KOs). Khabib Nurmagomedov is 29-0-0 (8 KOs).

Who is taller — Ezzard Charles or Khabib Nurmagomedov?

Ezzard Charles is taller at 183cm vs 178cm — a 5cm advantage.

Who has the higher knockout rate?

Khabib Nurmagomedov has the higher KO rate at 28% compared to Ezzard Charles's 0%.

Ezzard Charles vs Khabib Nurmagomedov

Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Ezzard Charles

121-25-1

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Khabib Nurmagomedov

"The Eagle"

29-0-0

121-25-1

Record

29-0-0

82%

Win Rate

100%

KO %

28%

183cm

Height

178cm

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Reach

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104

Age

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Stance

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147

Total Bouts

Physical Comparison

Ezzard Charles stands 183cm tall compared to Khabib Nurmagomedov's 178cm — a 5cm height advantage that could allow Charles to control range and use the jab effectively.

Record & Experience

Ezzard Charles brings a record of 121-25-1 across 147 professional bouts (82% win rate).Khabib Nurmagomedov enters with 29-0-0 from 29 fights (100% win rate).

Ezzard Charles has the experience edge with 147 bouts compared to 29 — that's 118 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, Khabib Nurmagomedov carries the heavier hands with a 28% stoppage rate vs 0% for Ezzard Charles. Nurmagomedov is the more dangerous finisher of the two.

Khabib Nurmagomedov is unbeaten at 29-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.

Age & Career Stage

Khabib Nurmagomedov is the younger fighter at 37 compared to Ezzard Charles's 104 — a 67-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Charles relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.

Key Factors

Charles's Path to Victory

• Use height and reach to control distance
• Lean on greater experience (147 bouts)
• Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace

Nurmagomedov's Path to Victory

• Higher win percentage (100% vs 82%)
• Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms

Ezzard Charles vs Khabib Nurmagomedov — FAQ

What are Ezzard Charles's and Khabib Nurmagomedov's records?: Ezzard Charles is 121-25-1 (0 KOs). Khabib Nurmagomedov is 29-0-0 (8 KOs).
Who is taller — Ezzard Charles or Khabib Nurmagomedov?: Ezzard Charles is taller at 183cm vs 178cm — a 5cm advantage.
Who has the higher knockout rate?: Khabib Nurmagomedov has the higher KO rate at 28% compared to Ezzard Charles's 0%.