Tony Ferguson vs Katie Taylor
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Tony Ferguson
"El Cucuy"
26-11-0
Katie Taylor
26-1-0Physical Comparison
Tony Ferguson stands 183cm tall compared to Katie Taylor's 165cm — a 18cm height advantage that could allow Ferguson to control range and use the jab effectively.
Record & Experience
Tony Ferguson brings a record of 26-11-0 across 37 professional bouts (70% win rate).Katie Taylor enters with 26-1-0 from 27 fights (96% win rate).
Tony Ferguson has the experience edge with 37 bouts compared to 27 — that's 10 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, Tony Ferguson is the more prolific finisher with a 50% stoppage rate compared to 0% for Katie Taylor. Ferguson has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Katie Taylor is the younger fighter at 39 compared to Tony Ferguson's 42 — a 3-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Ferguson relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Ferguson's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to control distance
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (50% KO rate)
- • Lean on greater experience (37 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Taylor's Path to Victory
- • Higher win percentage (96% vs 70%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms