Match Analysis: Kenshiro Teraji vs Ricardo Rafael Sandoval – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-07-30
- Time: 9:00 AM UTC
- Location: BUNTAI Yokohama, Yokohama, Japan
Game Overview
Kenshiro Teraji, the unified WBA and WBC flyweight world champion, faces off against top contender Ricardo Rafael Sandoval in a 12-round title fight. Teraji brings more experience and is the older fighter, while Sandoval has a slight physical advantage and a higher knockout percentage.
Key Factors to Consider
- Teraji is highly experienced with a 25-1 record and 64% KO rate, whereas Sandoval holds a 26-2 record with a 69% KO rate, showing slightly more power but less ring experience.
- No previous head-to-head bouts recorded between Teraji and Sandoval; both fighters bring different strengths without direct matchup history.
- No significant recent injuries reported for either fighter, both appear fully fit and prepared.
- The fight takes place in Terajiβs home country, Japan, which may provide a psychological edge and crowd support. Yokohamaβs BUNTAI venue is state-of-the-art, accommodating 5,000 spectators.
- Teraji motivated to defend his unified titles at home, aiming to maintain top Ring ranking. Sandoval motivated to claim his first flyweight world title and upset a reigning champion.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Teraji -555, Sandoval +380 | Kenshiro Teraji | β β β β β 76% |
Spread | Not explicitly provided; implied heavy favorite Teraji -1.5 rounds | Teraji by more than 1.5 rounds | β β β β β 70% |
Over/under | Over 10.5 -150, Under 10.5 +120 | Under 10.5 rounds | β β β ββ 66% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Kenshiro Teraji -13% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 10.5 45% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 10.5 at 45% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 37.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Moneyline: Kenshiro Teraji to win; Spread: Teraji by more than 1.5 rounds; Over/Under: Under 10.5 rounds.
Predicted Score: Kenshiro Teraji wins by TKO in round 9