Manny Pacquiao vs Souleymane Cissokho
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Manny Pacquiao
"PacMan"
73-8-3
Souleymane Cissokho
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18-0-0Physical Comparison
Souleymane Cissokho has the height edge at 179cm vs 166cm for Manny Pacquiao — a 13cm difference that gives Cissokho the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Manny Pacquiao brings a record of 73-8-3 across 84 professional bouts (87% win rate).Souleymane Cissokho enters with 18-0-0 from 18 fights (100% win rate).
Manny Pacquiao has the experience edge with 84 bouts compared to 18 — that's 66 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, Souleymane Cissokho carries the heavier hands with a 50% stoppage rate vs 0% for Manny Pacquiao. Cissokho is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Souleymane Cissokho is unbeaten at 18-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Souleymane Cissokho is the younger fighter at 34 compared to Manny Pacquiao's 47 — a 13-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Pacquiao relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Pacquiao's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (84 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Cissokho's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (50% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 87%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Manny Pacquiao vs Souleymane Cissokho — FAQ
- What are Manny Pacquiao's and Souleymane Cissokho's records?
- Manny Pacquiao is 73-8-3 (0 KOs). Souleymane Cissokho is 18-0-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Manny Pacquiao or Souleymane Cissokho?
- Souleymane Cissokho is taller at 179cm vs 166cm — a 13cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Souleymane Cissokho has the higher KO rate at 50% compared to Manny Pacquiao's 0%.