Terence Crawford vs Daniel Santos
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Terence Crawford
"Budcite web"
42-0-0
Daniel Santos
"El Pillin"
38-4-1Physical Comparison
Daniel Santos has the height edge at 182cm vs 173cm for Terence Crawford — a 9cm difference that gives Santos the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Terence Crawford brings a record of 42-0-0 across 42 professional bouts (100% win rate).Daniel Santos enters with 38-4-1 from 43 fights (88% win rate).
Daniel Santos has the experience edge with 43 bouts compared to 42 — that's 1 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Terence Crawford remains undefeated at 42-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Daniel Santos to be the one to hand them their first loss.
Age & Career Stage
At 38, Terence Crawford is 12 years younger than Daniel Santos (50). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Santos's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.
Key Factors
Crawford's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (100% vs 88%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Santos's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (43 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms