Willy Hutchinson vs. Zach Parker – Odds and Match Preview
The upcoming boxing match between Willy Hutchinson and Zach Parker is set to take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, England. This 10-round bout in the light heavyweight division (175 lbs) is part of the undercard for the Derek Chisora vs. Otto Wallin fight.
Willy Hutchinson vs. Zach Parker – Odds
Currently, Willy Hutchinson is listed at 2/5 (-250), meaning a £5 bet on him would return £7 (including the original stake). In contrast, Parker is priced at 2/1 (+200), so a £1 bet on him would return £3 (including the stake) if he wins. These odds suggest bookmakers see Hutchinson as having a 69% implied probability of winning, while Parker has a 31% implied probability. Check out more numbers and paly the odds at ukgamblingsitesnotongamstop.com right here.
Over time, the odds have remained relatively stable, with Hutchinson consistently favored. Early lines opened with Hutchinson at -215 and Parker at +156, showing little movement in betting trends. The odds reflect Hutchinson’s higher rankings, recent performances, and perceived skill set. However, Parker’s underdog status might attract value bets.
Scotland’s Willy Hutchinson was a standout amateur, he won gold at the 2016 Youth World Championships and transitioned to the professional ranks in 2017. Known for his aggressive style and power, Hutchinson is currently ranked highly across multiple organizations: #6 by WBC, #8 by WBO, #11 by IBF, and #9 by The Ring. However, he is coming off a split-decision loss to Joshua Buatsi in September 2024 for the WBO Interim World Light Heavyweight title.
Zach Parker, of England, is a former top contender at super middleweight. He has has steadily built his reputation with notable wins over Tyron Zeuge and Jack Arnfield in 2024. He is ranked #15 by WBC and #4 by WBO in the light heavyweight division. His only career loss came against John Ryder in 2022 during a WBO Interim World Super Middleweight title fight.
Both fighters are orthodox with similar knockout power (72% KO ratio each) but differ slightly in experience. Parker has fought more rounds (124 vs. Hutchinson’s 86) and debuted earlier (2015 vs. 2017). Willy Hutchinson holds a slight height advantage at 6’1″ (185 cm) compared to Parker’s 6’0″ (183 cm).
This fight represents a critical crossroads for both boxers. For Hutchinson, it’s an opportunity to bounce back from his recent loss and solidify his standing among the elite. For Parker, this bout offers a chance to break into the top tier of the division after rebuilding from his earlier setback at super middleweight.
Hutchinson’s style is aggressive and power-driven while Parker is technically sound with solid fundamentals. This matchup promises an exciting clash of styles and could have significant implications for future title opportunities in the light heavyweight division.
