On the night of April 5, 2025, Richard Torrez Jr. showed his evolution by defeating Guido Vianello by unanimous decision at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. This win not only maintains his undefeated record, but also marks his first victory after completing the full ten round distance. Undoubtedly, a show of endurance and maturity in the ring.
Richard Torrez Jr. defeats Guido Vianello
A native of Tulare, California, Richard Torrez Jr. gained recognition after winning the silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Since his professional debut, he has accumulated quick wins thanks to his power and technique.
For his part, Italian Guido Vianello came into this fight on the heels of an important victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in 2024, establishing himself as a strong and experienced opponent in the division.
Summary of the combat and its importance
From the start, Torrez dominated the pace of the fight. Vianello ran into trouble and suffered a point deduction in the second round for excessive holding.
The judges saw the bout clearly in Torrez’s favor with scores of 97-92, 98-91 and 98-91.
This win is crucial for Torrez Jr. as it demonstrates his ability to take long fights, a vital skill as he moves up the ranks in the competitive heavyweight world.
What’s next for Torrez
Although there were no immediate statements following the fight, talk in the boxing world is already pointing to a possible showdown between Torrez Jr. and Jared Anderson.
A fight that could undoubtedly catapult him even further on his way to the world title.
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