Bounce Back in Store for Garcia vs Duarte
Garcia vs Duarte Boxing Odds
Ryan Garcia looks to bounce back from his first career loss and Garcia vs Duarte boxing odds expect him to win.
The American suffered a loss to Gervonta Davis, as many have before him. However, beating Duarte is easier said than done.
Garcia is the -390 favorite in the junior welterweight fight.
Back on the Horse
There’s no way better way to cope with your first career loss than scoring a win.
Garcia was criticized for spending too much time on his image as opposed to his boxing skills, but there’s no denying talent.
He’s not the only boxer to have found Davis too tough, and it was a close fight. He lost in a close decision, so he should feel proud of his effort.
His form prior included wins over Javier Fortuna and Emmanuel Tagoe, so he has quality wins on his record, and Duarte would be another.
Garcia has the height advantage, which plays its part. It allowed him to avoid many of Davis’ big shots, and he could avoid getting hit by Duarte.
He’s the firm favorite with Garcia vs Duarte boxing odds for a reason, and we expect his odds to shorten throughout the week.
Due to his significant social media presence, Garcia usually takes plenty of money with bettors.
Duarte Feeling Good
27-year-old Oscar Duarte is feeling good ahead of his biggest career fight.
The Mexican hasn’t had the same top level experience as Garcia, but he knocked out Alex Martin in the eighth round, which was his biggest victory.
He followed it up with an easy win against a no-name fighter, but despite rising significantly in class, he’s feeling positive.
“This is the best version I’ve felt. I’m a very strong lightweight. I’m stronger than ever. I feel great at 140,” Duarte said. “I’m very hungry. I have great managers. I have their support and I’m ready to win.
“I’m very hungry. I’ve been in boxing for fifteen years, and I want to take advantage of this. I’m going to do my best.
“The ones that are going to come out victorious are the fans and I’m going to do my best and I’m ready to become champion.”
Garcia vs Duarte boxing odds have him at +290. He isn’t being overly respected with betting markets, but he could have been at a higher price.
Given his lack of experience at the top level, bettors could have expected around +400. Garcia is one of the best going around, so Duarte has his hands full.
Victory to Garcia
We can’t envision Garcia being beaten. His career would be effectively over if he loses to Duarte, we’re including the -390 in our boxing bet.
However, we also expect the fight to deep, so over 8½ rounds is worth including on your tickets.
Duarte is a smart boxer, and Garcia doesn’t always go for a knockout victory. They could take a few rounds to work each other out, so going into the ninth round doesn’t seem unlikely.
The favorite has too much class on his side to be beaten by Duarte, especially as the fight is in Houston. Had it been in Mexico, the odds might have been a little close. Remember, get the best boxing betting predictions and the latest news on upcoming boxing fights, right here at PS.
