Ricardo Arona vs Ronaldo Souza
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Ricardo Arona
14-5-0
Ronaldo Souza
26-10-0Physical Comparison
Ronaldo Souza has the height edge at 183cm vs 180cm for Ricardo Arona — a 3cm difference that gives Souza the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Ricardo Arona brings a record of 14-5-0 across 19 professional bouts (74% win rate).Ronaldo Souza enters with 26-10-0 from 36 fights (72% win rate).
Ronaldo Souza has the experience edge with 36 bouts compared to 19 — that's 17 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, Ronaldo Souza carries the heavier hands with a 31% stoppage rate vs 21% for Ricardo Arona. Souza is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Ronaldo Souza is the younger fighter at 46 compared to Ricardo Arona's 47 — a 1-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Arona relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Arona's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (74% vs 72%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Souza's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (36 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ricardo Arona vs Ronaldo Souza — FAQ
- What are Ricardo Arona's and Ronaldo Souza's records?
- Ricardo Arona is 14-5-0 (3 KOs). Ronaldo Souza is 26-10-0 (8 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ricardo Arona or Ronaldo Souza?
- Ronaldo Souza is taller at 183cm vs 180cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Ronaldo Souza has the higher KO rate at 31% compared to Ricardo Arona's 21%.