Boxing Match Preview: Sebastian Hernandez Reyes (19-0-0, 18 KOs) vs. Azat Hovhannisyan (21-5-0, 17 KOs)
Fight Details
- Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Time: Estimated ring walk at 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET
- Venue: Pechanga Arena, San Diego, California
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Weight Class: Super Bantamweight (122 lbs)
- Rounds: 8
Sebastian Hernandez Reyes (19-0-0, 18 KOs) will put his undefeated record on the line against seasoned veteran Azat Hovhannisyan (21-5-0, 17 KOs) in an exciting super bantamweight clash. Reyes, a rising star in the division, is looking to continue his knockout streak, while Hovhannisyan aims to bounce back from recent setbacks and prove he still belongs among the elite.
Fighter Profiles & Recent Form
Sebastian Hernandez Reyes (Mexico)
- Age: 24
- Height: 5’9″
- Reach: N/A
- Stance: Orthodox
- Record: 19 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws (18 KOs)
- KO Percentage: 95%
- Ranking: #10 WBC, #11 WBO, #13 IBF
Reyes has been dominant, stopping 18 of his 19 opponents inside the distance. His last fight saw him knock out Kevin Luis Munoz in March 2025, further solidifying his reputation as a dangerous puncher. With a three-inch height advantage over Hovhannisyan, Reyes will look to use his reach and power to dictate the fight.
Azat Hovhannisyan (Armenia)
- Age: 36
- Height: 5’6″
- Reach: N/A
- Stance: Orthodox
- Record: 21 wins, 5 losses, 0 draws (17 KOs)
- KO Percentage: 81%
- Ranking: Unranked
Hovhannisyan is a battle-tested veteran, having fought some of the best in the division. However, he has lost two of his last three fights, including a unanimous decision defeat to David Picasso in August 2024 for the WBC World Super Bantamweight title. Despite his setbacks, he remains a dangerous opponent with high-pressure fighting style and knockout power.
Tactical Breakdown & Keys to Victory
Reyes’ Strategy
- Power & Pressure: Reyes overwhelms opponents with his aggressive style.
- Height & Reach Advantage: He must use his jab to control distance.
- Body Work: Targeting Hovhannisyan’s midsection could slow him down.
Hovhannisyan’s Strategy
- Experience & Toughness: He has fought elite competition and knows how to survive tough fights.
- Inside Fighting: He must close the distance and avoid Reyes’ long-range attacks.
- Counterpunching: Reyes can be reckless, leaving openings for counters.
Betting Odds & Predictions
- Reyes: -450 favorite (risk $450 to win $100)
- Hovhannisyan: +350 underdog (risk $100 to win $350)
- Over/Under Rounds: 6.5 rounds
- Reyes by KO/TKO: -200
- Hovhannisyan by KO/TKO: +700
Reyes is expected to dictate the pace and wear down Hovhannisyan with his power. However, Hovhannisyan’s durability and experience could push the fight into the later rounds. Experts predict a mid-to-late stoppage victory for Reyes, but Hovhannisyan’s resilience could make this a competitive battle.
FIGHT ODDS
Sebastian Hernandez Reyes – 750
Azat Hovhannisyan + 475
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 9, 2025
