Henry Cejudo vs Merab Dvalishvili
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Henry Cejudo vs Merab Dvalishvili — Saturday, 22 August 2026
RAF 12 · Fox Nation · Cleveland, USA · 5 rounds
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Henry Cejudo
16-6-0
Merab Dvalishvili
21-5-0Physical Comparison
Merab Dvalishvili has the height edge at 168cm vs 163cm for Henry Cejudo — a 5cm difference that gives Dvalishvili the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Henry Cejudo brings a record of 16-6-0 across 22 professional bouts (73% win rate).Merab Dvalishvili enters with 21-5-0 from 26 fights (81% win rate).
Merab Dvalishvili has the experience edge with 26 bouts compared to 22 — that's 4 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, Henry Cejudo is the more prolific finisher with a 50% stoppage rate compared to 14% for Merab Dvalishvili. Cejudo has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Merab Dvalishvili is the younger fighter at 35 compared to Henry Cejudo's 39 — a 4-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Cejudo relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Cejudo's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (50% KO rate)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Dvalishvili's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (81% vs 73%)
- • Greater professional experience (26 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Henry Cejudo vs Merab Dvalishvili — FAQ
- What are Henry Cejudo's and Merab Dvalishvili's records?
- Henry Cejudo is 16-6-0 (8 KOs). Merab Dvalishvili is 21-5-0 (3 KOs).
- Who is taller — Henry Cejudo or Merab Dvalishvili?
- Merab Dvalishvili is taller at 168cm vs 163cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Henry Cejudo has the higher KO rate at 50% compared to Merab Dvalishvili's 14%.