Felix Sturm vs Jermain Taylor
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Felix Sturm
"The Fighter"
55-6-3VS
J
Jermain Taylor
"plainlist"
38-4-155-6-3
Record38-4-1
86%
Win Rate88%
0%
KO %0%
181cm
Height185cm
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Reach—
47
Age47
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Stance—
64
Total Bouts43
Physical Comparison
Jermain Taylor has the height edge at 185cm vs 181cm for Felix Sturm — a 4cm difference that gives Taylor the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Felix Sturm brings a record of 55-6-3 across 64 professional bouts (86% win rate).Jermain Taylor enters with 38-4-1 from 43 fights (88% win rate).
Felix Sturm has the experience edge with 64 bouts compared to 43 — that's 21 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 47 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Sturm's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (64 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Taylor's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (88% vs 86%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Felix Sturm vs Jermain Taylor — FAQ
- What are Felix Sturm's and Jermain Taylor's records?
- Felix Sturm is 55-6-3 (0 KOs). Jermain Taylor is 38-4-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Felix Sturm or Jermain Taylor?
- Jermain Taylor is taller at 185cm vs 181cm — a 4cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.