Junior dos Santos vs Robelis Despaigne
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Junior dos Santos
23-10-0Robelis Despaigne
5-2-0Physical Comparison
Robelis Despaigne has the height edge at 201cm vs 190cm for Junior dos Santos — a 11cm difference that gives Despaigne the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Junior dos Santos brings a record of 23-10-0 across 33 professional bouts (70% win rate).Robelis Despaigne enters with 5-2-0 from 7 fights (71% win rate).
Junior dos Santos has the experience edge with 33 bouts compared to 7 — that's 26 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, Robelis Despaigne carries the heavier hands with a 100% stoppage rate vs 70% for Junior dos Santos. Despaigne is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Robelis Despaigne is the younger fighter at 37 compared to Junior dos Santos's 42 — a 5-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Santos relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (70% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (33 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Despaigne's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (100% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (71% vs 70%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Junior dos Santos vs Robelis Despaigne — FAQ
- What are Junior dos Santos's and Robelis Despaigne's records?
- Junior dos Santos is 23-10-0 (16 KOs). Robelis Despaigne is 5-2-0 (5 KOs).
- Who is taller — Junior dos Santos or Robelis Despaigne?
- Robelis Despaigne is taller at 201cm vs 190cm — a 11cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Robelis Despaigne has the higher KO rate at 100% compared to Junior dos Santos's 70%.