On the same night that Jaron Ennis puts his IBF World Welterweight title on the line against WBA champion Eimantas Stanionis, we’ve got another welterweight fight on the same Matchroom card worth keeping your eyes on—Shakhram Giyasov vs. Franco Ocampo. Now, this might not be the main event but don’t sleep on it. This bout is already stirring up some buzz, and for good reason. For Ocampo, this is going to be a big moment—his first time fighting outside his home turf of Argentina. Meanwhile, Giyasov is no stranger to the U.S. scene. He’s already had a few rounds under the American lights, so you could say he’s a bit more seasoned in that department.

Let’s be real—neither of these guys has fought for a world title yet. But from the looks of it, both have the kind of potential that makes you think: ‘Yeah, they could get there.’ Giyasov comes into the fight undefeated, with a close split decision win over Miguel Parra last year. Not his flashiest performance, but a win’s a win. Ocampo? He’s stepping back into the ring after being out for more than a whole year. So there’s some ring rust to shake off. On paper, Giyasov clearly has the better resume. But here’s the thing—fights aren’t won on paper. Experience matters, sure. But so does hunger, mindset, adaptability, and that extra spark when the lights hit and the bell rings. So come, let’s break this fight down and see who’s got the edge on April 12.

Shakhram Giyasov vs. Franco Ocampo: Who has better stats and record?

Shakhram Giyasov has been in the pro boxing game for seven solid years now, and he’s built up an impressive, undefeated record of 16 wins, no losses, and no draws. Out of those 16 victories, 9 came by way of knockout, giving him a knockout ratio of 56%. At 31, Wonder Boy is three years older than his opponent, but surprisingly, he’s had fewer pro fights compared to the Argentinian. He made his debut in 2018, about eight months after Ocampo stepped into the pro ring in 2017. But don’t let that fool you. Shakhram Giyasov is no ordinary boxer. He has had a solid amateur background. Apart from a few world championship golds, he won Silver at the 2016 Rio Olympics making his country proud. That is the kind of amateur pedigree most boxers can only hope for.

Despite having fewer fights, both guys have fought the exact same number of professional rounds: 91. That tells you Shakhram  Giyasov’s been in some longer, more competitive bouts, and he’s racked up quality ring time. Ranked number 1 by the WBA, number 7 by the WBO, and number 6 by The Ring at welterweight, the Bukhara, Uzbekistan native is definitely on the radar. Over the last three years and some change, he’s fought five times, averaging a fight about every eight months. And those fights? They’re going the distance—he’s averaging 10.6 rounds per bout. So yeah, he’s battle-tested.

Now let’s talk about Franco Maximiliano Ocampo. He walks into this fight with a record of 17 wins, 2 losses, and no draws. 8 of those wins came by knockout, giving him a 47% KO ratio. Not too far behind Giyasov, but slightly less power on paper. Both guys fight out of the orthodox stance, so no surprises there. Cazador kicked off his pro career in 2017 with a bang—three straight knockout wins, all in the early rounds. But then came a rough patch—his first loss that same year seemed to take the wind out of his sails. He started picking up wins again, but they were mostly by unanimous decision.

However, Franco Ocampo wasn’t done. In 2019, he sparked a mini comeback with two back-to-back KO wins, only to stumble again in a tough technical decision loss to Brian Damian Chaves in 2021. It looked like he might fade into the shadows… but nope. Out of nowhere, Ocampo came roaring back with three early-round KO victories, reminding everyone why he was a name to watch. His last outing was a solid unanimous decision win over Ezequiel Nicolas Albarenga, but after that, he disappeared from the ring for a full year. Now he’s back—and the big question is: What version of Ocampo are we going to see?

Shakhram Giyasov vs. Franco Ocampo height, weight, reach comparison, and more

While Franco Ocampo might have the edge in experience and overall ring IQ, sometimes it’s the physical tools that tip the scale—and this fight is a great example of that. Let’s start with height. Shakhram Giyasov has a clear advantage here. The Uzbek stands at 5’9″ (176 cm), which gives him a solid two-inch height edge over Ocampo, who comes in at 5’7″ (170 cm). That extra reach could help Giyasov control the distance and keep Ocampo at bay. But don’t count Franco out just yet—he’s got youth on his side. At 28, he’s three years younger than the 31-year-old Shakhram Giyasov. And when you’re talking speed, reflexes, and endurance? Age can make a difference.

Now, in terms of experience, it might look like Ocampo’s got the upper hand with more fights under his belt. But here’s something interesting—they’ve both gone through exactly 91 rounds in their pro careers. That tells us that Giyasov might not have fought as often, but the quality of his fights is right up there.

As for weight, the official weigh-in hasn’t happened yet. Then there’s the betting line. Right now, Shakhram Giyasov is a massive favorite at -2000, while Franco sits at +800—a serious underdog. On paper, and according to the oddsmakers, this should be Ocampo’s fight to lose. A unanimous decision win for Giyasov wouldn’t surprise anyone. But hey, this is boxing. All it takes is one moment—one perfectly timed punch—to flip the entire script. If Franco Ocampo comes in sharp, hungry, and ready to shake things up, we might just be in for a wild twist.

That’s the beauty of the fight game. Who do you think walks away with the win— Shakhram Giyasov’s precision or Franco Ocampo’s unpredictability?