Ricardo Salas vs Richardson Hitchins
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Ricardo Salas vs Richardson Hitchins — Sunday, 26 July 2026
Zuffa Boxing 09 · Paramount+ · Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, USA · 12 rounds · welterweight
Full Event Details →Ricardo Salas
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37-10-1Richardson Hitchins
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20-0-0Physical Comparison
Richardson Hitchins has the height edge at 178cm vs 170cm for Ricardo Salas — a 8cm difference that gives Hitchins the ability to fight behind range.
The reach belongs to Richardson Hitchins — 188cm vs 178cm for Ricardo Salas, a 10cm advantage. Hitchins can use this to maintain distance and work behind the jab.
Record & Experience
Ricardo Salas brings a record of 37-10-1 across 48 professional bouts (77% win rate).Richardson Hitchins enters with 20-0-0 from 20 fights (100% win rate).
Ricardo Salas has the experience edge with 48 bouts compared to 20 — that's 28 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Richardson Hitchins is unbeaten at 20-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Richardson Hitchins is the younger fighter at 28 compared to Ricardo Salas's 73 — a 45-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Salas relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Salas's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (48 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Hitchins's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 77%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Ricardo Salas vs Richardson Hitchins — FAQ
- What are Ricardo Salas's and Richardson Hitchins's records?
- Ricardo Salas is 37-10-1 (0 KOs). Richardson Hitchins is 20-0-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Ricardo Salas or Richardson Hitchins?
- Richardson Hitchins is taller at 178cm vs 170cm — a 8cm advantage.
- Who has the longer reach — Ricardo Salas or Richardson Hitchins?
- Richardson Hitchins has a longer reach at 188cm vs 178cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.