Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk: Pick, Prediction and Odds

Our resident boxing expert Rob Tebbutt breaks down this weekend's title bout for the vacant WBO lightweight title between Emanuel Navarrete and Denys Berinchyk and gives his pick and prediction for the fight.

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Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk pick and prediction

Navarrete is one of the most entertaining fighters in the world today and he has a chance to add himself to the select group of Mexican four-weight world champions this weekend.

Berinchyk is a tough opponent, has a seasoned amateur background and professional career so far, and has the size advantage.

As he has moved between weight classes, Navarrete has been hot and cold.

He looked average against Liam Wilson, getting dropped heavily before winning by TKO. Navarrete bounced back from that one with a unanimous decision win over Oscar Valdez that was a Fight of the Year candidate.

Most recently, Navarrete looked pretty pedestrian in a draw against Robson Conceicao. And as he will fight Berinchyk at lightweight, Navarrete will not have the physical advantages he did at lower weights.

Despite the signs of Navarrete's inconsistency, I expect his awkwardness and heavy-handedness to lead him to victory.

Berinchyk is certainly a live underdog this weekend, especially with Navarrete's tendency to give up rounds to his opponents. But Berinchyk's brawling style could play right into the betting favorite's hands.

Given Berinchyk's size advantage, I wouldn't be surprised if he makes it close or even wins the fight. But, I like Navarrete to become the four-weight champion and just squeeze by Berinchyk via decision at +105.

Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk odds

	Emanuel Navarrete	Denys Berinchyk
Money Line	-600	+400
To Win By KO, TKO or DQ	+137	+1400
To Win By Decision or Technical Decision	+105	+650

Odds displayed within this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.