Match Analysis: Shakan Pitters vs Bradley Rea – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-28
- Time: 9:00 PM UTC
- Location: Connexin Live Arena, Kingston upon Hull, England
Game Overview
Shakan Pitters and Bradley Rea face off for the vacant European Light Heavyweight title in a highly anticipated 12-round bout. Pitters, a 35-year-old former English and British champion, brings experience and height advantage, while Rea, 27, possesses a strong knockout punch and momentum from recent wins. Both fighters use an orthodox stance and have comparable professional records, making this an evenly matched contest with tactical depth.
Key Factors to Consider
- Pitters holds a record of 20-2 with 7 KOs, showing durability against world-class opponents. Rea is 20-1 with 10 KOs, demonstrating superior finishing power and recent winning momentum with five KOs in his last six fights. Pitters has more professional rounds (118) and experience, but Rea's power and recent form could be decisive.
- This is their first meeting, with no prior head-to-head bouts. Both fighters are well matched in terms of skill and style, leading to an unpredictable outcome.
- No reports of injuries have been disclosed for either fighter leading into the bout.
- The fight takes place at a neutral venue in Hull with a large fan presence expected. Both fighters are British, which adds local interest but no clear home advantage. Both are motivated by the prestige of the vacant European light-heavyweight title.
- Pitters is motivated to reinforce his status as a former British and English champion and silence critics after his two losses. Rea is eager to cement himself as a top contender with a European title and build on his recent streak of successes.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Bradley Rea: -170, Shakan Pitters: 132 | Bradley Rea to win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Bradley Rea -1.5: -110, Shakan Pitters +1.5: -110 | Bradley Rea covers -1.5 rounds spread | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 10.5 rounds: -165, Under 10.5 rounds: 128 | Under 10.5 rounds | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Bradley Rea -13% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 10.5 37% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 10.5 at 37% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The fight is expected to be a tactical battle with Rea's higher knockout percentage indicating he could capitalize on any openings. Pitters' experience and ring generalship suggest he will be tough to finish. The likely outcome is a hard-fought decision victory for Bradley Rea, combining technical skill with power advantage.
Predicted Score: Bradley Rea wins by unanimous decision after 12 rounds