Liam Paro vs Richardson Hitchins Prediction: Who's winning streak is coming to an end?

The fight between Liam Paro and Richardson Hitchins is the Super Lightweight Division event coming up this Sunday. This weight class is for 140 lbs (63.5 kg) with the Paro IBF World Super Lightweight Title on the line. Fans can stream the bout live via DAZN, as the whole event promises to get the audience on the edge of their seats. All action will take place at Coliseo Robert Clemente, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Liam Paro, hailing from Australia, brings a solid record of 25 wins and 15 knockouts to this contest. In his last fight on June 15, 2024, in MB, he challenged for the IBF World Super Lightweight Title against Subriel Matias via unanimous decision. He successfully defended his WBO Global Super Lightweight Title against Montana Love in December 2023. Liam Paro has had to withdraw twice this year from his scheduled fight against Regis Prograis and Robbie Davies Jr. due to injuries. He is the titleholder of IBF International and WBO Global Super Lightweight Title in a bout he won against Steve Gago by unanimous decision. In that same year he won the IBF International Super Lightweight Title against Terry Tzouramanis via TKO. Between 2019 and 2020, he won the ABP Championship against Hwang Kil Kim and James Chereji. Paro has fought just once outside of Australia, with his best wins coming over Brock Jarvis, Jose Aubel, Robert Tlatlik, Faith Keles, James Chereji, Steve Gago, and Yomar Alamo.

Richardson Hitchins is coming off a win in his last match against Gustavo Lemos via unanimous decision in April 2024. Prior to this fight, he won the WBC Silver and NABF Super Lightweight Title against Jose Zepeda via unanimous decision. He secured the IBF NABF and WBC USNBC Super Lightweight Titles against John Bauza via unanimous decision. Hitchins is highly regarded in the super lightweight division, boasting an impressive professional record with no losses (18-0-0) and seven wins via knockout. His track record includes triumphs over notable opponents such as Angel Sarinana, Malik Hawkins, Argenis Mendez, and Nick DeLomba, further solidifying his reputation in the sport. Hitchins' boxing prowess sets him apart, allowing him to consistently outbox, outsmart, and outwork his opponents. He had previously captured the IBF NABF Super Lightweight Title with an 8-round victory over Yomar Alamo. Hitchins is an accomplished counterpuncher, and his blows are solid and strong. His weight is around 140 pounds. The 2016 Olympic boxer built on solid groundwork. With a win in Sunday's championship game, he'll be one step closer to his long-term ambition of getting promoted to, and maintaining a spot in, the top division. 

Both competitors' fighting styles are completely incompatible with one another in this matchup. Hitchins holds several advantages heading into this fight, including his height, reach, and a year age difference in his favor over Paro. He possesses exceptional boxing skills, known for his slick combinations. This battle is predicted to include more strategy as a result of the slower work rate that is anticipated. Liam Paro's ability to fight under pressure and his punching power are both inferior to those of Hitchins Robinson. A key concern for Love is handling pressure, especially since he tends to avoid taking significant risks, which might be crucial for securing a victory. Hitchins has a probability of winning that is very low. As a direct result of their victory in this conflict, one of the combatants will be able to keep his unbeaten streak on. The key question in this matchup will be whether Liam Paro can endure the distance against Hitchins' formidable skills and power.