Teófilo Stevenson vs Daniel Santos
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Teófilo Stevenson
"Pirolo"
332-22-8
Daniel Santos
"El Pillin"
38-4-1Physical Comparison
Teófilo Stevenson stands 196cm tall compared to Daniel Santos's 182cm — a 14cm 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).Daniel Santos enters with 38-4-1 from 43 fights (88% win rate).
Teófilo Stevenson has the experience edge with 362 bouts compared to 43 — that's 319 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Daniel Santos is the younger fighter at 50 compared to Teófilo Stevenson's 74 — a 24-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
- • Trust the higher win rate (92% vs 88%)
- • Lean on greater experience (362 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms