Manny Pacquiao vs Terence Crawford
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Manny Pacquiao
"PacMan"
73-8-3
Terence Crawford
"Budcite web"
42-0-0Physical Comparison
Terence Crawford has the height edge at 173cm vs 166cm for Manny Pacquiao — a 7cm difference that gives Crawford the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Manny Pacquiao brings a record of 73-8-3 across 84 professional bouts (87% win rate).Terence Crawford enters with 42-0-0 from 42 fights (100% win rate).
Manny Pacquiao has the experience edge with 84 bouts compared to 42 — that's 42 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
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 Manny Pacquiao's 47 — a 9-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Pacquiao relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Pacquiao's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (84 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Crawford's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 87%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms