Nick Diaz vs Tony Ferguson
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Nick Diaz
27-10-0VS
Tony Ferguson
"El Cucuy"
26-11-027-10-0
Record26-11-0
73%
Win Rate70%
52%
KO %50%
185cm
Height183cm
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Reach—
42
Age42
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Stance—
37
Total Bouts37
Physical Comparison
Nick Diaz stands 185cm tall compared to Tony Ferguson's 183cm — a 2cm height advantage that could allow Diaz to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Nick Diaz brings a record of 27-10-0 across 37 professional bouts (73% win rate).Tony Ferguson enters with 26-11-0 from 37 fights (70% win rate).
In terms of finishing power, Nick Diaz is the more prolific finisher with a 52% stoppage rate compared to 50% for Tony Ferguson. Diaz has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 42 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Diaz's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (52% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (73% vs 70%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Ferguson's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (50% KO rate)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Nick Diaz vs Tony Ferguson — FAQ
- What are Nick Diaz's and Tony Ferguson's records?
- Nick Diaz is 27-10-0 (14 KOs). Tony Ferguson is 26-11-0 (13 KOs).
- Who is taller — Nick Diaz or Tony Ferguson?
- Nick Diaz is taller at 185cm vs 183cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Nick Diaz has the higher KO rate at 52% compared to Tony Ferguson's 50%.