Israel Adesanya vs Sharabutdin Magomedov
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Israel Adesanya
"The Last Stylebender"
24-6-0
Sharabutdin Magomedov
16-1-0Physical Comparison
Israel Adesanya stands 193cm tall compared to Sharabutdin Magomedov's 188cm — a 5cm height advantage that could allow Adesanya to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Israel Adesanya brings a record of 24-6-0 across 30 professional bouts (80% win rate).Sharabutdin Magomedov enters with 16-1-0 from 17 fights (94% win rate).
Israel Adesanya has the experience edge with 30 bouts compared to 17 — that's 13 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, Sharabutdin Magomedov carries the heavier hands with a 75% stoppage rate vs 67% for Israel Adesanya. Magomedov is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Sharabutdin Magomedov is the younger fighter at 31 compared to Israel Adesanya's 36 — a 5-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Adesanya relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Adesanya's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (67% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (30 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Magomedov's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (75% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (94% vs 80%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Israel Adesanya vs Sharabutdin Magomedov — FAQ
- What are Israel Adesanya's and Sharabutdin Magomedov's records?
- Israel Adesanya is 24-6-0 (16 KOs). Sharabutdin Magomedov is 16-1-0 (12 KOs).
- Who is taller — Israel Adesanya or Sharabutdin Magomedov?
- Israel Adesanya is taller at 193cm vs 188cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Sharabutdin Magomedov has the higher KO rate at 75% compared to Israel Adesanya's 67%.