Cody Garbrandt Vs Xiao Long Stats: A Detailed Breakdown
Why This Matchup Matters
When a former UFC bantamweight champion steps into the cage with a rising Chinese prospect, the conversation instantly turns to numbers. Fans of Cody Garbrandt and followers of the Chinese MMA scene are eager to compare records, physical attributes, and fight‑style metrics. This article compiles the most reliable statistics available for both fighters and highlights the key factors that could influence the outcome.
Fighter Profiles
Cody GarbrandtRecord: 13 wins – 3 losses (as of the latest UFC data)
Weight Class: Bantamweight (135 lb)
Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
Reach: 67 in (170 cm)
Stance: Orthodox
Signature Skills: Explosive boxing, high‑level footwork, and a knockout power that earned him the nickname “The Machine.”
While Xiao Long has not yet competed in the UFC, he has built a reputation on the Chinese regional circuit. The available data is summarized below:
- Record: 8 wins – 1 loss (regional promotions)
- Weight Class: Bantamweight (135 lb)
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
- Reach: 66 in (168 cm)
- Stance: South‑paw
- Signature Skills: Technical striking, solid takedown defense, and a growing ground game.
Statistical Comparison
The table below aligns the core metrics that most analysts use when predicting a fight’s dynamics.
- Win‑Loss Ratio: Garbrandt holds a 81 % win rate; Xiao Long sits at 89 %.
- Knockout Ratio: Garbrandt has finished 9 of his 13 victories by KO/TKO (≈69 %). Xiao Long has 3 KO/TKO wins (≈38 %).
- Submission Ratio: Garbrandt has 1 submission win (
