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

Max Livingston
101-19-7Yoshihiro Takayama
1-4-0Physical Comparison
Yoshihiro Takayama has the height edge at 196cm vs 188cm for Max Livingston — a 8cm difference that gives Takayama the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Max Livingston brings a record of 101-19-7 across 127 professional bouts (80% win rate).Yoshihiro Takayama enters with 1-4-0 from 5 fights (20% win rate).
Max Livingston has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 5 — that's 122 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 Takayama carries the heavier hands with a 100% stoppage rate vs 23% for Max Livingston. Takayama is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Yoshihiro Takayama is the younger fighter at 59 compared to Max Livingston's 68 — a 9-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
- • Trust the higher win rate (80% vs 20%)
- • Lean on greater experience (127 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Takayama's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (100% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Max Livingston vs Yoshihiro Takayama — FAQ
- What are Max Livingston's and Yoshihiro Takayama's records?
- Max Livingston is 101-19-7 (23 KOs). Yoshihiro Takayama is 1-4-0 (1 KOs).
- Who is taller — Max Livingston or Yoshihiro Takayama?
- Yoshihiro Takayama is taller at 196cm vs 188cm — a 8cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Yoshihiro Takayama has the higher KO rate at 100% compared to Max Livingston's 23%.