Emiliano Vargas vs. Alan Ayala Stats Comparison and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Reach, Weight, and Knockout Ratio

“I want to finish guys.” That’s the philosophy Emiliano Vargas lives with. Aggressive body shots and headhunting become crucial fragments of his fighting style. The onlookers are also quick to point out one thing. There are flashes of brilliance, the same that his father, former world champion Fernando Vargas, showcased throughout his career. While he might not have followed his father’s career much, he is definitely following in his footsteps and fighting style.

So, the fans are curious about the new-generation Vargas, who will once again put his perfect record on the line and try to climb up the super lightweight division’s hierarchy when he faces Alan Ayala on December 7 at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. The exciting fight offers fans high-paced action and also promises fireworks. But will the hot prospect continue to prove his credentials and emerge as a threat to the throne? The fans will find answers to these soon. But before that happens, let’s have a look at how the two boxers stack up.

Emiliano Vargas vs. Alan Ayala: Tale of Tape

Vargas, 20, is still in the nascent stage of his pro career after making his debut in 2022. However, the American fighter has already swayed the boxing fans with his fan-friendly style in this short span. His heavy right, relentless focus on bodywork, and quick reflexes have left opponents in a state of fix. All this has helped him amass an unblemished record of 12-0 with 10 KOs. In addition, you can get a glimpse of his raw power if you look at his KO ratio of 83.33%.

The Oxnard native sets up his explosive punches by dictating the fight’s pace and distance. How is he doing that? By imposing his physical dimensions. Vargas stands tall at 5’9″ (175 cm) and has a reach of 72″ (183 cm), which allows him to not only cut the distance but also land his deadly combinations. Despite his early career, he has shown variety in his attack, especially his set-ups. Where does it leave Ayala?

Ayala, 27, is the older of the two, but he is your typical Mexican fighter who fights with a heart. While he has experience, he has mustered a mixed resume. However, his hiccups never troubled him, as he bounced back strong and now boasts an impressive record of 11-4 with 7 KOs. Every time he drops a fight, he hits back with a KO win. The Guadalajara native is the perfect blend of aggression and defensive approach and packs knockout power, as hinted by his KO ratio of 63.64%.

But Ayala carries a size and weight disadvantage in the fight. His height measures 5’7″ (170 cm), which would call for a different strategy against Vargas. Interestingly, his reach is not listed on the internet. Logically, you could infer him carrying the reach disadvantage. What’s more? Ayala’s last fight came at 135, so he is moving up a division to fight Vargas, who last weighed 139 lbs in his fight with Larry Fryers. Despite the on-paper battle going against him, can he stage an upset?

Prediction: who wins it?

What separates Vargas from the rest? He is your polished and effective counterpunch, along with excellent footwork, which enables him to land his lethal combinations. Not to mention his quick hands. Despite being only 20, he has shown enough boxing IQ to tackle tricky opponents with his high boxing IQ. Then comes his trump card—his tremendous power. However, his experience might prove a hurdle.

Meanwhile, Ayala is your coming forward, pressure-heavy fighter, who could potentially outbox Vargas. He has the work rate and durability to do it too. But his vulnerabilities on counterattacks have been exposed in those fights that he dropped. Vargas has the reach advantage, which he could put to good use—maintaining distance. Picking up Vargas as the winner is a no-brainer. You can list his technical prowess, quick footwork, and counters as his keys to success. But if Ayala could make it an inside fight, he could make it competitive and even leave with an unexpected win.

What do you make of this coming fight between Emiliano Vargas and Alan Ayala? Who do you think will leave the arena with a win? Let us know in the comments below.