For several years, the boxing world has been striving to reignite interest in the heavyweight division. While the epicenter of this resurgence has been in England, the United States is now looking to showcase its top prospect, Richard Torrez Jr., in a showdown against the tough Italian fighter Guido Vianello.
In a Top Rank event in Las Vegas, the American will put on the line his undefeated record, aiming to prove that his Olympic medal in Tokyo was no fluke.
Meanwhile, Vianello is the face of Italian boxing, though he has spent several years living in Las Vegas. He has already tasted defeat, but his experience has earned him a higher ranking than his opponent.
In addition to this heavyweight clash, Top Rank will feature a super lightweight bout between Lindolfo Delgado and Elvis Rodríguez.
Richard Torrez Jr. vs. Guido Vianello Betting Odds and Info
Richard Torrez Jr. 1.48 | Guido Vianello 2.897 |
When? | Saturday, April 5 at 5:30 pm ET, 4:30 pm CST, 3:30 pm MT, and 2:30 pm PT |
Ringwalk | 11:00 pm ET, 10:00 pm CST, 9:00 pm MT, and 8:00 pm PT |
Where? | Palm Casino Resort, Las Vegas, United States |
Where Can I Watch it? | ESPN+ |
Why bet on Richard Torrez Jr.?
Richard Torrez Jr. is only 25 years old, but many already see him as the face of the heavyweight division in the United States. So far, his undefeated record of 12-0, with 11 knockouts, backs up that claim.
The only time he didn’t stop his opponent inside the distance was last September when Joey Dawejko was disqualified. Additionally, the fighter who lasted the longest against him was Donald Haynesworth, who went down in the eighth and final round.
None of his other opponents have made it past the fifth round, highlighting his aggressive and powerful fighting style.
As an amateur, Torrez lost just 10 times while winning 151 bouts. He acknowledges that he isn’t the biggest fighter in the division, but through relentless training, he manages to overcome his opponents.
His biggest stage so far has been the Tokyo Olympics, where he claimed a silver medal, showcasing his ability to adapt and his fearless mindset—two key qualities needed for greatness.
Standing at 6’2” (1.88m) with a reach of 6’4” (1.93m), Torrez is a dangerous fighter at range, making him a formidable threat in the division.
Why bet on Guido Vianello?
At 30 years old, Guido Vianello is at a pivotal moment in his career, where he needs a major victory to earn bigger fights and position himself as a contender for the heavyweight world title.
Known as ’The Gladiator,’ Vianello relocated to Las Vegas to enhance his training and build a record that supports his championship aspirations.
He currently holds a record of 13 wins, 11 by knockout, with two losses—one by KO—and one draw. His first defeat came against Jonathan Rice, who knocked him out, while his second loss was a decision against Efe Ajagba in April last year. However, he bounced back in August, securing a knockout victory over Russian powerhouse Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Standing at 6’6” (1.98m) with a reach of 6’7” (2.01m), Vianello has both a height and reach advantage over Torrez Jr., which could play in his favor.
Unlike his opponent, Vianello relies more on counterpunching and precise power shots. For example, in his fight against Makhmudov, he effectively used his jab to maintain distance and lateral movement to control the pace of exchanges.
Final Betting Analysis: Richard Torrez Jr. vs. Guido Vianello
Fighting in Las Vegas won’t make much of a difference in this bout, but there is a clear favorite to win—Richard Torrez Jr. With his youth and hunger for glory, he is expected to maintain his undefeated record in the ring.
At Gambyl Exchange, we find that Richard Torrez Jr. is the favorite of the match with a Moneyline of 1.48, while Guido Vianello has 2.897.
The Italian is a smart fighter, and when he goes on the attack, he unleashes a flurry of punches that can be overwhelming for any opponent. However, We expect Richard to win this bout by a great margin.
Go for a straight win for Richard Torrez Jr. in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 on the win at 1.48, you will gain $48 for a total payout of $148.
Richard Torrez Jr. vs. Guido Vianello Betting Pick: Torrez
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