Teófilo Stevenson vs Shakur Stevenson
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Teófilo Stevenson
"Pirolo"
332-22-8
Shakur Stevenson
25-0-0Physical Comparison
Teófilo Stevenson stands 196cm tall compared to Shakur Stevenson's 173cm — a 23cm height advantage that could allow Stevenson to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Teófilo Stevenson brings a record of 332-22-8 across 362 professional bouts (92% win rate).Shakur Stevenson enters with 25-0-0 from 25 fights (100% win rate).
Teófilo Stevenson has the experience edge with 362 bouts compared to 25 — that's 337 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Shakur Stevenson is unbeaten at 25-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Shakur Stevenson is the younger fighter at 28 compared to Teófilo Stevenson's 74 — a 46-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Stevenson relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Stevenson's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Lean on greater experience (362 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Stevenson's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 92%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms