Sean Garcia and Amado Vargas are set to face off in the ring this weekend at the Honda Center in Anaheim for an eight-round bout. The two fighters share a history, having crossed paths in their amateur careers. Although Sean emerged victorious in their amateur career, Vargas is now brimming with confidence that tonight’s showdown will unfold differently when they step into the ring once again.

Despite their relative newness in the professional ranks, both fighters carry the weight of their family legacies. Sean, the younger brother of starfighter Ryan Garcia, and Vargas, the son of legendary boxer Fernando Vargas, both have reputations to uphold. The question on everyone’s mind is: who will emerge victorious tonight? A closer examination of their performances thus far may hold the answer.

The one with the better resume

Before assessing their professional record, let’s look at their amateur run, especially because at this point in their careers, both have more fights in the amateurs than the pro scene. Sean Garcia boasts an amateur record of 13-6-0, having defeated Vargas in June 2017. It’s also worth mentioning that Garcia lost a bout to Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez in January 2016, so it’s safe to say he is no stranger to elite opposition.

Coming to his professional rap sheet, Sean Garcia holds a record of 7-0-1, with two knockout wins. He hasn’t fought anyone notable yet, but he took on Mexican journeyman Isaias Martin Cardona Gonzales in May 2019 and won. Conversely, Vargas has an amateur record of 11-12-0, which doesn’t exactly fill you with confidence. While his amateur run might not have been anything to ride home about, his professional record is much better, at least, better than Garcia’s. 

Vargas has a professional record of 10-0-0, with four knockout wins to his name. Even so, he hasn’t seen a strong opponent in his pro run yet, Garcia being the toughest yet. So, taking a look at their track record alone, despite Vargas’ more fights in pro, Garcia has a slight advantage, but it’s minuscule enough that the fight could go either way.

Vargas Amado vs. Sean Garcia: Age, Height, Reach, Weight

Neither age nor height gives either boxer an advantage, as both are 23 years old and stand 5’8″ (173 cm) tall. While Garcia has a reach of 68 inches (173 cm), Vargas’s reach is currently unknown, adding a bit of uncertainty to his fighting capabilities. What’s more, both fighters just completed their final weigh-ins, providing some drama before the bout. 

Sean Garcia, following in his brother’s footsteps, tipped the scales at 138.1 pounds—3.1 pounds over the contractual limit—while Amado Vargas came in at 134.1 pounds. Despite Garcia’s weight discrepancy, the fight will proceed as planned. This weight difference might play a significant role in the match, as Garcia’s extra pounds could translate into greater power and endurance.

Who is more likely to score a knockout?

There’s no better way to win a fight than by knockout, and given the animosity between these young boxers, you can bet they’ll be looking for that one shot to end it all. Both fighters have shown impressive skills, but the intensity of their rivalry adds an extra layer of excitement to this matchup. Statistically, Vargas has the edge with a 40% knockout ratio compared to Garcia’s 28.57%. This suggests that Vargas might have a slight advantage in delivering that decisive blow.

However, both fighters’ knockout wins are too few to predict with certainty if anyone will hit the canvas in this match. While Vargas’s higher knockout ratio might hint at his knockout potential, Garcia’s power shouldn’t be underestimated. Weighing in 3.1 pounds heavier, Garcia could bring an extra punch to his strikes, potentially tipping the scales in his favor. This weight difference might seem unfair to some, but it’s part of the strategy in boxing. Despite the disparity, Vargas had the option to call off the fight but chose to proceed, showing his confidence and determination.

This bout promises to be a thrilling clash of skill and will, with both boxers eager to prove themselves. Fans can expect a high-octane fight where both fighters will be on the lookout for that perfect opportunity to claim victory. Hopefully, these stats helped you figure out who will win, and now it’s time for you to share your predictions!