Gary Antuanne Russell vs Andy Hiraoka should provide the ultimate litmus test to see exactly how good the newly crowned WBA super lightweight champion really is. Gary Antuanne Russell vs Andy Hiraoka Odds have Russell as a healthy -330 favorite with split boxing betting action on both fighters. ESPN2 News is high on the southpaw Russell, 18-1, 17 KOs, who can do a bit of everything: box, slug, or counter. Hiraoka, 24-0, 19 KOs, is somewhat of an unknown entity, but clips of him on YouTube look formidable, a heavy-handed boxer/puncher with a long reach.
Japanese imports can sometimes be a bit spicier than expected. Because of the unknown factor, our handicappers are only recommending a flier bet on the uber-talented but inexperienced Russell. Hiraoka has faced limited competition in the paid ranks, but looked physically imposing at the weigh-in and much taller than Russell despite only being listed at 5’11” to Russell’s 5’10”. We are betting that Russell is as good as advertised however, to pick up a light snack with a flier bet.
Gary Antuanne Russell vs Andy Hiraoka Picks: Russell -330 Flier Bet $50 to win $15.15