Ivan Ortiz vs Jessie Vargas
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Ivan Ortiz
"Vicious"
43-7-3
Jessie Vargas
"La Nueva Generación("The New Generation")"
35-4-2Physical Comparison
Jessie Vargas has the height edge at 178cm vs 175cm for Ivan Ortiz — a 3cm difference that gives Vargas the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Ivan Ortiz brings a record of 43-7-3 across 53 professional bouts (81% win rate).Jessie Vargas enters with 35-4-2 from 41 fights (85% win rate).
Ivan Ortiz has the experience edge with 53 bouts compared to 41 — that's 12 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Jessie Vargas is the younger fighter at 37 compared to Ivan Ortiz's 39 — a 2-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Ortiz relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Ortiz's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (53 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Vargas's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (85% vs 81%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ivan Ortiz vs Jessie Vargas — FAQ
- What are Ivan Ortiz's and Jessie Vargas's records?
- Ivan Ortiz is 43-7-3 (0 KOs). Jessie Vargas is 35-4-2 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ivan Ortiz or Jessie Vargas?
- Jessie Vargas is taller at 178cm vs 175cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.