Max Livingston vs Yoshihiro Akiyama
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Max Livingston
101-19-7
Yoshihiro Akiyama
16-7-0Physical Comparison
Max Livingston stands 188cm tall compared to Yoshihiro Akiyama's 177cm — a 11cm height advantage that could allow Livingston to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Max Livingston brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Yoshihiro Akiyama enters with 16-7-0 from 23 fights (70% win rate).
Max Livingston has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 23 — that's 104 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, Yoshihiro Akiyama carries the heavier hands with a 44% stoppage rate vs 23% for Max Livingston. Akiyama is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Yoshihiro Akiyama is the younger fighter at 50 compared to Max Livingston's 67 — a 17-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
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (80% vs 70%)
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Akiyama's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Max Livingston vs Yoshihiro Akiyama — FAQ
- What are Max Livingston's and Yoshihiro Akiyama's records?
- Max Livingston is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Yoshihiro Akiyama is 16-7-0 (7 KOs).
- Who is taller — Max Livingston or Yoshihiro Akiyama?
- Max Livingston is taller at 188cm vs 177cm — a 11cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Yoshihiro Akiyama has the higher KO rate at 44% compared to Max Livingston's 23%.