Henry Cooper vs Renzo Gracie
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Henry Cooper
"Our Enry"
55-14-1
Renzo Gracie
13-7-1Physical Comparison
Henry Cooper stands 188cm tall compared to Renzo Gracie's 178cm — a 10cm height advantage that could allow Cooper to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Henry Cooper brings a record of 55-14-1 across 70 professional bouts (79% win rate).Renzo Gracie enters with 13-7-1 from 21 fights (62% win rate).
Henry Cooper has the experience edge with 70 bouts compared to 21 — that's 49 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, Renzo Gracie carries the heavier hands with a 15% stoppage rate vs 0% for Henry Cooper. Gracie is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Renzo Gracie is the younger fighter at 59 compared to Henry Cooper's 92 — a 33-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Cooper relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Cooper's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Trust the higher win rate (79% vs 62%)
- • Lean on greater experience (70 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Gracie's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Henry Cooper vs Renzo Gracie — FAQ
- What are Henry Cooper's and Renzo Gracie's records?
- Henry Cooper is 55-14-1 (0 KOs). Renzo Gracie is 13-7-1 (2 KOs).
- Who is taller — Henry Cooper or Renzo Gracie?
- Henry Cooper is taller at 188cm vs 178cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Renzo Gracie has the higher KO rate at 15% compared to Henry Cooper's 0%.