Junior dos Santos vs Ryan Garcia
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Junior dos Santos
23-10-0
Ryan Garcia
28-2-0Physical Comparison
Junior dos Santos stands 190cm tall compared to Ryan Garcia's 178cm — a 12cm height advantage that could allow Santos to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Junior dos Santos brings a record of 23-10-0 across 33 professional bouts (70% win rate).Ryan Garcia enters with 28-2-0 from 30 fights (93% win rate).
Junior dos Santos has the experience edge with 33 bouts compared to 30 — that's 3 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, Junior dos Santos is the more prolific finisher with a 70% stoppage rate compared to 0% for Ryan Garcia. Santos has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Ryan Garcia is the younger fighter at 27 compared to Junior dos Santos's 42 — a 15-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
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (70% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (33 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Garcia's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (93% vs 70%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Junior dos Santos vs Ryan Garcia — FAQ
- What are Junior dos Santos's and Ryan Garcia's records?
- Junior dos Santos is 23-10-0 (16 KOs). Ryan Garcia is 28-2-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Junior dos Santos or Ryan Garcia?
- Junior dos Santos is taller at 190cm vs 178cm — a 12cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Junior dos Santos has the higher KO rate at 70% compared to Ryan Garcia's 0%.