Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu vs Souleymane Cissokho
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu
"The Butcher"
12-0-0
Souleymane Cissokho
"| weight = Light-middleweight"
18-0-0Physical Comparison
Souleymane Cissokho has the height edge at 179cm vs 177cm for Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu — a 2cm difference that gives Cissokho the ability to fight behind range.
This is a southpaw vs orthodox matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.
Record & Experience
Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu brings a record of 12-0-0 across 12 professional bouts (100% win rate).Souleymane Cissokho enters with 18-0-0 from 18 fights (100% win rate).
Souleymane Cissokho has the experience edge with 18 bouts compared to 12 — that's 6 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, Souleymane Cissokho carries the heavier hands with a 50% stoppage rate vs 0% for Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu. Cissokho is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu remains undefeated at 12-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Souleymane Cissokho to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Souleymane Cissokho is unbeaten at 18-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Key Factors
Tszyu's Path to Victory
- • Exploit southpaw angles against orthodox stance
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Cissokho's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (50% KO rate)
- • Greater professional experience (18 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu vs Souleymane Cissokho — FAQ
- What are Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu's and Souleymane Cissokho's records?
- Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu is 12-0-0 (0 KOs). Souleymane Cissokho is 18-0-0 (9 KOs).
- Who is taller — Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu or Souleymane Cissokho?
- Souleymane Cissokho is taller at 179cm vs 177cm — a 2cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Souleymane Cissokho has the higher KO rate at 50% compared to Nikita Konstantinovich Tszyu's 0%.