Marcos Maidana vs Ruslan Provodnikov
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Marcos Maidana
"El Chino ("The Chinaman")"
40-5-0Ruslan Provodnikov
"The Siberian Rocky"
30-5-0Physical Comparison
Marcos Maidana stands 170cm tall compared to Ruslan Provodnikov's 168cm — a 2cm height advantage that could allow Maidana to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Marcos Maidana brings a record of 40-5-0 across 45 professional bouts (89% win rate).Ruslan Provodnikov enters with 30-5-0 from 35 fights (86% win rate).
Marcos Maidana has the experience edge with 45 bouts compared to 35 — that's 10 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 42 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Maidana's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (89% vs 86%)
- • Lean on greater experience (45 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Provodnikov's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Marcos Maidana vs Ruslan Provodnikov — FAQ
- What are Marcos Maidana's and Ruslan Provodnikov's records?
- Marcos Maidana is 40-5-0 (0 KOs). Ruslan Provodnikov is 30-5-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Marcos Maidana or Ruslan Provodnikov?
- Marcos Maidana is taller at 170cm vs 168cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.