Ilia Topuria vs Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Ilia Topuria
17-0-0
Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick
56-17-2Physical Comparison
Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick has the height edge at 185cm vs 170cm for Ilia Topuria — a 15cm difference that gives Kilpatrick the ability to fight behind range.
The reach belongs to Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick — 185cm vs 175cm for Ilia Topuria, a 10cm advantage. Kilpatrick can use this to maintain distance and work behind the jab.
This is a orthodox vs |fighting_out_of = r matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.
Record & Experience
Ilia Topuria brings a record of 17-0-0 across 17 professional bouts (100% win rate).Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick enters with 56-17-2 from 75 fights (75% win rate).
Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick has the experience edge with 75 bouts compared to 17 — that's 58 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, Ilia Topuria is the more prolific finisher with a 41% stoppage rate compared to 5% for Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick. Topuria has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Ilia Topuria remains undefeated at 17-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Key Factors
Topuria's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (100% vs 75%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Kilpatrick's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (75 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ilia Topuria vs Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick — FAQ
- What are Ilia Topuria's and Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick's records?
- Ilia Topuria is 17-0-0 (7 KOs). Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick is 56-17-2 (3 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ilia Topuria or Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick?
- Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick is taller at 185cm vs 170cm — a 15cm advantage.
- Who has the longer reach — Ilia Topuria or Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick?
- Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick has a longer reach at 185cm vs 175cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Ilia Topuria has the higher KO rate at 41% compared to Kenneth Wayne Kilpatrick's 5%.