Rubin Carter vs Steven Butler
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Rubin Carter
"The Hurricane"
40-12-1VS

Steven Butler
"Golden Fist"
19-3-040-12-1
Record19-3-0
75%
Win Rate86%
0%
KO %0%
173cm
Height183cm
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Reach191cm
89
Age—
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Stanceorthodox
53
Total Bouts22
Physical Comparison
Steven Butler has the height edge at 183cm vs 173cm for Rubin Carter — a 10cm difference that gives Butler the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Rubin Carter brings a record of 40-12-1 across 53 professional bouts (75% win rate).Steven Butler enters with 19-3-0 from 22 fights (86% win rate).
Rubin Carter has the experience edge with 53 bouts compared to 22 — that's 31 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Key Factors
Carter's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (53 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Butler's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (86% vs 75%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Rubin Carter vs Steven Butler — FAQ
- What are Rubin Carter's and Steven Butler's records?
- Rubin Carter is 40-12-1 (0 KOs). Steven Butler is 19-3-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Rubin Carter or Steven Butler?
- Steven Butler is taller at 183cm vs 173cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.