Junior dos Santos vs Terence Crawford
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Junior dos Santos
23-10-0
Terence Crawford
"Budcite web"
42-0-0Physical Comparison
Junior dos Santos stands 190cm tall compared to Terence Crawford's 173cm — a 17cm height advantage that could allow Santos to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Junior dos Santos brings a record of 23-10-0 across 33 professional bouts (70% win rate).Terence Crawford enters with 42-0-0 from 42 fights (100% win rate).
Terence Crawford has the experience edge with 42 bouts compared to 33 — that's 9 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, Junior dos Santos is the more prolific finisher with a 70% stoppage rate compared to 0% for Terence Crawford. Santos has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Terence Crawford is unbeaten at 42-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Terence Crawford is the younger fighter at 38 compared to Junior dos Santos's 42 — a 4-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Santos relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (70% KO rate)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Crawford's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 70%)
- • Greater professional experience (42 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Junior dos Santos vs Terence Crawford — FAQ
- What are Junior dos Santos's and Terence Crawford's records?
- Junior dos Santos is 23-10-0 (16 KOs). Terence Crawford is 42-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Junior dos Santos or Terence Crawford?
- Junior dos Santos is taller at 190cm vs 173cm — a 17cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Junior dos Santos has the higher KO rate at 70% compared to Terence Crawford's 0%.