Boxing Match Preview: Theophilous Kpakpo Allotey (12-0-0, 10 KOs) vs. Jayr Raquinel (18-2-1, 14 KOs)
The international super flyweight scene heats up with a clash between undefeated Ghanaian prospect Theophilous Kpakpo Allotey and experienced Filipino contender Jayr Raquinel. Allotey, making his first defense of the Ghana super flyweight title, brings explosive power and hometown advantage, while Raquinel, fresh off a regional title win, looks to upset the rising star on foreign soil. This 12-round bout, promoted by local Ghanaian organizers under the “Legacy Rise” banner, promises a mix of technical boxing and knockout potential, with Allotey’s aggression clashing against Raquinel’s counterpunching savvy in what could be a career-defining fight for both.
Venue Location
The fight will take place at the Legon Sports Stadium in Accra, Ghana. This outdoor multi-purpose venue, located at the University of Ghana campus with a capacity of around 10,000, has hosted various sporting events and is set to provide a vibrant, patriotic atmosphere for the local hero Allotey. Known for its open-air setup and enthusiastic crowds, it’s a fitting stage for this African-Asian showdown.
The main event ring walks are expected around 8:00 PM GMT (3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT), with the undercard starting earlier in the evening. The bout will be broadcast locally in Ghana and available for international streaming on platforms like BetsAPI or select regional services, though no major global TV deal has been announced.
Injury Report
No significant injuries have been reported for either fighter leading into the bout. Allotey, 23, enters fully healthy after a short turnaround from his November 2025 title win, with his camp emphasizing conditioning for a potential war. Raquinel, 27, has recovered from any minor ailments following his October 2024 victory and is cleared for action. However, Raquinel’s history of durability concerns (stopped in 2 of his 2 losses) could come into play if the fight turns physical, while Allotey’s youth minimizes risk of wear-and-tear issues.
Fighter Matchups
This super flyweight (115 lbs) bout contrasts Allotey’s aggressive, power-punching style with Raquinel’s technical counterpunching and volume boxing. Allotey, an orthodox fighter with explosive speed and body work, favors mid-range exchanges to set up knockouts, boasting a 83% KO rate. Raquinel, also orthodox, relies on footwork, jabs, and durability to outpoint opponents, with a 78% KO rate in wins but vulnerabilities in losses.Key stylistic contrasts:
Power vs. Precision: Allotey’s 10 KOs in 12 wins could overwhelm Raquinel, who has been stopped twice but gone the distance in tough fights.
Reach and Stance: Both orthodox, but Raquinel’s experience (21 fights) may help him manage distance against Allotey’s youth and speed.
Endurance: Raquinel has gone 10+ rounds multiple times, while Allotey has only 2 decisions, suggesting a potential late-round advantage for the Filipino if he weathers early storms.
Recent Form
Allotey enters with perfect momentum, riding a 12-fight win streak since his pro debut in 2023. His recent form is stellar (5-0 in 2025), highlighted by a round 7 TKO over Isaac Aryeetey in November 2025 to win the Ghana super flyweight title. He’s stopped his last 10 opponents, showing improved power and finishing ability, with a form rating of 9/10.
Raquinel has a strong 6-1 record in his last seven fights, with his only loss a close decision in 2024. Recent highlights include a TKO over a Mexican for the WBC Continental Americas Super Flyweight title in October 2024 and a KO over a Tanzanian in May 2025. His form is 8/10, demonstrating road warrior resilience but occasional vulnerability to power punchers.
Fight History
This is the first professional meeting between Allotey and Raquinel, adding an element of unpredictability. No prior head-to-head history exists, but both have faced similar opposition: Allotey against domestic Ghanaian fighters with knockout power, and Raquinel against international contenders in Asia and Mexico. Raquinel’s experience in hostile environments (10 overseas fights) could be key against the hometown favorite.
Betting Trends
Super flyweight bouts in international settings often favor the favorite (70% win rate in 2025 non-title fights), but underdogs like Allotey cover the spread 55% of the time at home. Unders have hit in 60% of Raquinel’s fights (durable but not always explosive), while Allotey’s bouts trend over (8 of 12 over 7.5 rounds due to early KOs). Recent trends: Favorites in African-hosted fights are 6-4 ATS in 2025, with unders at 65% in title bouts. Boxing-wide for December 2025, unders are at 58% in fights with international road favorites like Raquinel.
FIGHT ODDS
Theophilous Kpakpo Allotey – 120
Jayr Raquinel – 110
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, December 19, 2025
