Kyoji Horiguchi vs Norifumi Yamamoto
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Kyoji Horiguchi
"Karate Kid"
36-5-0Norifumi Yamamoto
18-6-0Physical Comparison
Kyoji Horiguchi stands 165cm tall compared to Norifumi Yamamoto's 163cm — a 2cm height advantage that could allow Horiguchi to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Kyoji Horiguchi brings a record of 36-5-0 across 41 professional bouts (88% win rate).Norifumi Yamamoto enters with 18-6-0 from 24 fights (75% win rate).
Kyoji Horiguchi has the experience edge with 41 bouts compared to 24 — that's 17 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, Norifumi Yamamoto carries the heavier hands with a 72% stoppage rate vs 42% for Kyoji Horiguchi. Yamamoto is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
At 35, Kyoji Horiguchi is 14 years younger than Norifumi Yamamoto (49). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Yamamoto's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.
Key Factors
Horiguchi's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (88% vs 75%)
- • Lean on greater experience (41 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Yamamoto's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (72% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Kyoji Horiguchi vs Norifumi Yamamoto — FAQ
- What are Kyoji Horiguchi's and Norifumi Yamamoto's records?
- Kyoji Horiguchi is 36-5-0 (15 KOs). Norifumi Yamamoto is 18-6-0 (13 KOs).
- Who is taller — Kyoji Horiguchi or Norifumi Yamamoto?
- Kyoji Horiguchi is taller at 165cm vs 163cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Norifumi Yamamoto has the higher KO rate at 72% compared to Kyoji Horiguchi's 42%.