Heavyweights Richard Torrez Jr. (12-0, 11 KOs) of Tulare, California and Italy's Guido “The Gladiator” Vianello (13-2-1, 11 KOs) will clash in a 10-round main event on Saturday, April 5 at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas live on ESPN+ and undercard information will be announced soon.
Torrez, a U.S. Olympic silver medalist, takes a seismic step up in class against the battle-tested Italian Olympian.
“This has all the makings of a heavyweight classic, two athletic big men with power and tremendous determination,” said Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum. “Top Rank has promoted Richard and Guido from the start of their respective professional careers, and I look forward to seeing how the fight unfolds at the Palms Casino Resort.”
“This is something I've been working toward for a long time,” Torrez said. “I want to prove that I’m the best heavyweight out there and show what American heavyweights are made of. When they offered me Guido, I didn’t hesitate. I’m ready to go.”
Vianello said, “I am excited for this fight. After fighting Makhmudov, I showed I was ready for anyone. Richard is a talented young fighter, but he has never faced anyone like me. I will show myself to be Top Rank’s best heavyweight and move on to challenge for world titles.”
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