Liam Wilson vs. Jorge Santana: Preview & Betting Tips

Australian contender Liam Wilson returns to action this week when he faces prospect Jorge Santana.

Wilson (16-3, 8 KO’s) is well known on the international stage, having challenged the likes of Emanuel Navarrete and Oscar Valdez in high-profile bouts. While he came up short in those world-level opportunities, the Australian has proven durable, disciplined, and capable of competing against elite opposition. 

Santana (15-1, 9 KO’s), at just 24 years old, enters with youth and momentum on his side. After suffering his lone defeat earlier in his career, he has rattled off 10 straight wins, most by knockout. His aggressive style and respectable power make him a dangerous opponent, particularly early in fights when he applies pressure.

Tale of the Tape

Liam Wilson – Odds 1.06 (Bet 365)

Record: 16-3, 8 KO’s

Age: 29

Height: 5ft9

Reach: 70”

Weight: Super-lightweight

Stance: Orthodox

Jorge Santana – Odds 8.50 (Bet 365)

Record: 15-1, 9 KO’s

Age: 24

Height: N/A

Reach: N/A

Weight: Super-lightweight 

Stance: Orthodox

Liam Wilson vs Jorge Santana: Analysis

Wilson is a tall, orthodox boxer who uses a solid jab and good lateral movement to control range. His best performances come when he keeps opponents on the outside, picking them off with combinations and avoiding reckless exchanges. His main vulnerability has been under sustained pressure when he’s forced into close-quarters battles.

Santana’s path to victory lies in applying pressure, cutting off the ring, and turning the fight into a brawl. His power is a legitimate threat, and Wilson has been hurt before. If Santana can close the distance and sustain his attack, he could force mistakes or even a stoppage. But to do that, he must break through Wilson’s disciplined guard and avoid fading in the later rounds.

Wilson vs Santana: Prediction & Betting Tips

Wilson’s jab, timing, and composure give him advantages over less seasoned foes. The main concern is his history of stoppage losses when pressured, which opponents always try to exploit. Meanwhile, Questions remain about Santana’s stamina, defence, and ability to adapt when faced with a skilled, rangy boxer who won’t be easily bullied inside.

Wilson by decision or fight to go the distance stand out as more attractive bets, given Wilson’s tendency to box safely at this level. Wilson should control the bout with his jab, frustrate his younger opponent, and accumulate points round by round.

On that note, my pick for this one down under is Liam Wilson to win by decision or technical decision at odds of 2.25 (Bet 365). Getting rounds in the bank against an opponent who possesses a style he’s previously struggled with should give him the confidence for the future.