Nicola Adams vs Nonito Donaire
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Nicola Adams
"The Lioness, Babyfacecite web"
6-0-1
Nonito Donaire
"The Filipino Flash"
53-10-0Physical Comparison
Nonito Donaire has the height edge at 168cm vs 165cm for Nicola Adams — a 3cm difference that gives Donaire the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Nicola Adams brings a record of 6-0-1 across 7 professional bouts (86% win rate).Nonito Donaire enters with 53-10-0 from 63 fights (84% win rate).
Nonito Donaire has the experience edge with 63 bouts compared to 7 — that's 56 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Nicola Adams remains undefeated at 6-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Nonito Donaire to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 43 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
Adams's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (86% vs 84%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Donaire's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (63 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Nicola Adams vs Nonito Donaire — FAQ
- What are Nicola Adams's and Nonito Donaire's records?
- Nicola Adams is 6-0-1 (0 KOs). Nonito Donaire is 53-10-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Nicola Adams or Nonito Donaire?
- Nonito Donaire is taller at 168cm vs 165cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.