Lamont Roach vs. Feargal McCrory Stats Comparison and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Reach, Weight, and Knockout Ratio

When he was away from the action, for over 3 years he was working on construction sites, but he still dreamed of becoming a world champion one day. And he has his chance now. Feargal McCrory has the shot of his life when he goes up against Lamont Roach Jr. for the WBA super featherweight title in the hostile territory of Washington, DC. Will the champion put on a display for the people who witnessed him grow in the neighborhood? Or will the challenger clinch the belt and take it to Ireland?

It’s a high-voltage fight with expectations, self-made promises, and a world title on the line. You can expect a fan-friendly fight as they clash at the Entertainment and Sports Center this Friday. Before we attempt to cast a prediction, let’s weigh in on the two fighters and see how they stack up before the encounter.

Lamont Roach vs. Feargal McCrory: tale of the tape

You might see an excited, overjoyous Roach Jr. when he steps into the squared circle this time. Not only did he bag the title in his last fight, but he also earned the right to make his first defense before his home crowd. The crowd would love a home-grown fighter with a splendid record of 24-1 with 9 KOs. In addition, they would favor the tall and lanky American champion, who stands tall at 5’7″ (170 cm) and keeps his opponents with his long arms and a reach advantage of 68.0″ (173 cm).

However, the fans might be a bit skeptical of the fireworks on offer, as ‘The Reaper’ is a technical fighter and, instead of going for the kill, tends to grind out the results. His KO ratio of 37.5% also adds strength to their perception. Still, the 28-year-old is determined to sweep away the challenger. Is McCrory a foe to be underestimated? Definitely not.

McCrory, despite being the older opponent at 31, has a higher ring IQ and an unblemished record of 16-0 with 8 KOs to show for it, too. What has propelled his rise in recent years, especially after a phase of inactivity from 2019 to 2022? It is the Coalisland native’s aggressive and forward-pressure tactic, and after collecting 3 KO wins in his last 5 fights, he has also bumped up his KO ratio to 50%. What’s more? There is nothing that separates the two in weight, as the challenger last recorded 129.0 lbs (58.5 kg) when he stood on the scales, compared to Roach Jr.’s 129.5 lbs (58.7 kg).

So, the Irish fighter is not the fighter you would take lightly inside the ring, and hope to edge past him without a tough night in the office. His last 16 rivals also tried to do it. Did they succeed? No. The question looms large, then. Can the WBA champion do it?

Prediction: X factor, recent form, and who might come on top

Let’s talk about who has been on a roll. And it’s not Lamont Roach Jr. The Washington native has only turned up twice to fight since the closure of 2021. Can ring rust and inactivity trouble him? It didn’t seem to be the case when he had the biggest fight of his career against Hector Luis Garcia, and he rose to the occasion and bagged the title last November. What fans have appreciated about him is his ability to bounce back, as he has amassed 5 consecutive wins after dropping the fight of his career to Jamel Herring in 2019. But the orthodox boxer might have preferred if those wins came in a quick span of time.

So, what is Roch Jr.’s X factor, which might push the narrative in his favor and the result, too? It’s his age and the power of youth. You add in his historically good record with Southpaws, and you might already put him as a favorite. It’s easier said than done, isn’t it?

How would you stop a fighter, who has dismantled 5 of his last 7 opponents, is running high on iron-clad confidence in his ability, and wants to put his body on the line, justifying his nickname ‘Fearless’ so that he can be remembered as a champion? Additionally, McCrory has built an impressive pro career on the bedrock of solid amateur experience. You throw into the mix his most recent fight against Carlos Carlson at MSG in March, and you’ll realize he is in great shape for the most important fight of his career.

So, what exactly will ensure McCrory topples the champion? What is his X factor? It’s his will, his unwavering confidence in himself, and his persistence to impose the same on his opponents. But you might also have to factor in because it is his first 12-round fight, and he was only scheduled to fight for a six-round fight in 7 of his last 9 fights. Will that prove to be a hindrance and dictate the result of the fight? We are not sure. All we know is that the fans are in for a treat where the action will come thick and fast.

What do you make of this coming fight between Lamont Roach Jr. and Feargal McCrory? Who do you think will emerge victorious on June 28 and take the title home? Let us know in the comments below.