Paddy Barnes vs Sean Bruce
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Paddy Barnes
"The Leprechaun"
9-3-0VS
S
Sean Bruce
"The Great"
8-0-09-3-0
Record8-0-0
75%
Win Rate100%
0%
KO %0%
162cm
Height170cm
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Reach—
39
Age—
—
Stanceorthodox
12
Total Bouts8
Physical Comparison
Sean Bruce has the height edge at 170cm vs 162cm for Paddy Barnes — a 8cm difference that gives Bruce the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Paddy Barnes brings a record of 9-3-0 across 12 professional bouts (75% win rate).Sean Bruce enters with 8-0-0 from 8 fights (100% win rate).
Paddy Barnes has the experience edge with 12 bouts compared to 8 — that's 4 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Sean Bruce is unbeaten at 8-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Key Factors
Barnes's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (12 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Bruce's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 75%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Paddy Barnes vs Sean Bruce — FAQ
- What are Paddy Barnes's and Sean Bruce's records?
- Paddy Barnes is 9-3-0 (0 KOs). Sean Bruce is 8-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Paddy Barnes or Sean Bruce?
- Sean Bruce is taller at 170cm vs 162cm — a 8cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.