Max Livingston vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Max Livingston
101-19-7Waldo Cortés-Acosta
17-2-0Physical Comparison
Waldo Cortés-Acosta has the height edge at 193cm vs 188cm for Max Livingston — a 5cm difference that gives Cortés-Acosta the ability to fight behind range.
This is a southpaw vs orthodox matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Max Livingston fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.
Record & Experience
Max Livingston brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Waldo Cortés-Acosta enters with 17-2-0 from 19 fights (89% win rate).
Max Livingston has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 19 — that's 108 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, Waldo Cortés-Acosta carries the heavier hands with a 53% stoppage rate vs 23% for Max Livingston. Cortés-Acosta is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Waldo Cortés-Acosta is the younger fighter at 34 compared to Max Livingston's 68 — a 34-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Livingston relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Livingston's Path to Victory
- • Exploit southpaw angles against orthodox stance
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Cortés-Acosta's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (53% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (89% vs 80%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Max Livingston vs Waldo Cortés-Acosta — FAQ
- What are Max Livingston's and Waldo Cortés-Acosta's records?
- Max Livingston is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Waldo Cortés-Acosta is 17-2-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Max Livingston or Waldo Cortés-Acosta?
- Waldo Cortés-Acosta is taller at 193cm vs 188cm — a 5cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Waldo Cortés-Acosta has the higher KO rate at 53% compared to Max Livingston's 23%.