Tale of the Tape
| Amir Khan | Chris Algieri | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 30-3, 19 KOs | 20-1, 8 KOs |
| Age | 28 | 31 |
| Height | 5′ 8½″ | 5′ 10″ |
| Weight | 146.2 | 146.2 |
| Reach | 71″ | 72″ |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Hometown | Bolton, Lancashire | Huntington, New York |
| Rounds Boxed | 191 | 134 |
According to the tape, Amir Khan vs. Chris Algieri is a close match, at least physically.
With only three years between the two fighters, Algieri stacks up as the taller man with just a one-inch reach advantage. It’s not a serious advantage that could really keep Khan away from him but it’s enough to help him gage his distance and be effective with the jab.
Khan’s shorter reach may mean he has more success than Algieri working on the inside with short, crisp punches.
Each man is an orthodox fighter. This means neither Khan nor Algieri will be in an unfamiliar situation facing each other. Khan noticeably has more experience than Algieri, having boxed nearly 200 rounds compared to Algieri’s 134.
Also, Khan has a much higher knockout percentage (57.58%) than Algieri. This isn’t too surprising considering that Algieri is not known for his power; he only boasts a 38.1% knockout percentage.
