Joe Louis vs Raphael Akpejiori
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Joe Louis
""The Brown Bomber""
69-3-0VS
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Raphael Akpejiori
"| weight = Heavyweight"
20-2-069-3-0
Record20-2-0
96%
Win Rate91%
0%
KO %0%
188cm
Height203cm
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Reach216cm
112
Age—
—
Stanceorthodox
72
Total Bouts22
Physical Comparison
Raphael Akpejiori has the height edge at 203cm vs 188cm for Joe Louis — a 15cm difference that gives Akpejiori the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Joe Louis brings a record of 69-3-0 across 72 professional bouts (96% win rate).Raphael Akpejiori enters with 20-2-0 from 22 fights (91% win rate).
Joe Louis has the experience edge with 72 bouts compared to 22 — that's 50 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Key Factors
Louis's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (96% vs 91%)
- • Lean on greater experience (72 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Akpejiori's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Joe Louis vs Raphael Akpejiori — FAQ
- What are Joe Louis's and Raphael Akpejiori's records?
- Joe Louis is 69-3-0 (0 KOs). Raphael Akpejiori is 20-2-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Joe Louis or Raphael Akpejiori?
- Raphael Akpejiori is taller at 203cm vs 188cm — a 15cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.