Ovince St. Preux vs Paulo Costa
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Ovince St. Preux
27-18-0
Paulo Costa
16-4-0Physical Comparison
Ovince St. Preux stands 191cm tall compared to Paulo Costa's 185cm — a 6cm height advantage that could allow Preux to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Ovince St. Preux brings a record of 27-18-0 across 45 professional bouts (60% win rate).Paulo Costa enters with 16-4-0 from 20 fights (80% win rate).
Ovince St. Preux has the experience edge with 45 bouts compared to 20 — that's 25 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, Paulo Costa carries the heavier hands with a 75% stoppage rate vs 44% for Ovince St. Preux. Costa is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Paulo Costa is the younger fighter at 35 compared to Ovince St. Preux's 43 — a 8-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Preux relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Preux's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Lean on greater experience (45 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Costa's Path to Victory
- • Look for the stoppage (75% KO rate)
- • Higher win percentage (80% vs 60%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ovince St. Preux vs Paulo Costa — FAQ
- What are Ovince St. Preux's and Paulo Costa's records?
- Ovince St. Preux is 27-18-0 (12 KOs). Paulo Costa is 16-4-0 (12 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ovince St. Preux or Paulo Costa?
- Ovince St. Preux is taller at 191cm vs 185cm — a 6cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Paulo Costa has the higher KO rate at 75% compared to Ovince St. Preux's 44%.