Aljamain Sterling vs Petr Yan
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Aljamain Sterling
24-5-0
Petr Yan
"No Mercy"
20-4-0Physical Comparison
Petr Yan has the height edge at 171cm vs 170cm for Aljamain Sterling — a 1cm difference that gives Yan the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Aljamain Sterling brings a record of 24-5-0 across 29 professional bouts (83% win rate).Petr Yan enters with 20-4-0 from 24 fights (83% win rate).
Aljamain Sterling has the experience edge with 29 bouts compared to 24 — that's 5 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, Petr Yan carries the heavier hands with a 35% stoppage rate vs 13% for Aljamain Sterling. Yan is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Petr Yan is the younger fighter at 33 compared to Aljamain Sterling's 36 — a 3-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Sterling relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Sterling's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (29 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Yan's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms