Ezzard Charles vs Anthony Joshua
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Ezzard Charles
121-25-1
Anthony Joshua
"AJ"
33-4-0Physical Comparison
Anthony Joshua has the height edge at 198cm vs 183cm for Ezzard Charles — a 15cm difference that gives Joshua the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Ezzard Charles brings a record of 121-25-1 across 147 professional bouts (82% win rate).Anthony Joshua enters with 33-4-0 from 37 fights (89% win rate).
Ezzard Charles has the experience edge with 147 bouts compared to 37 — that's 110 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Anthony Joshua is the younger fighter at 36 compared to Ezzard Charles's 104 — a 68-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Charles relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Charles's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (147 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Joshua's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (89% vs 82%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms