Joe Louis vs Tim Witherspoon
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Joe Louis
""The Brown Bomber""
69-3-0
Tim Witherspoon
"Terrible"
69-13-1Physical Comparison
Tim Witherspoon has the height edge at 192cm vs 188cm for Joe Louis — a 4cm difference that gives Witherspoon the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Joe Louis brings a record of 69-3-0 across 72 professional bouts (96% win rate).Tim Witherspoon enters with 69-13-1 from 83 fights (83% win rate).
Tim Witherspoon has the experience edge with 83 bouts compared to 72 — that's 11 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Tim Witherspoon is the younger fighter at 68 compared to Joe Louis's 112 — a 44-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Louis relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Louis's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (96% vs 83%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Witherspoon's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (83 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Joe Louis vs Tim Witherspoon — FAQ
- What are Joe Louis's and Tim Witherspoon's records?
- Joe Louis is 69-3-0 (0 KOs). Tim Witherspoon is 69-13-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Joe Louis or Tim Witherspoon?
- Tim Witherspoon is taller at 192cm vs 188cm — a 4cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.