Charly Suarez may not be as well-known as some of Emanuel Navarrete’s previous opponents — names like Oscar Valdez or Robson Conceição — but he’s a difficult challenge and, stylistically, tailor-made for a thrilling fight.

Suarez isn’t the most physically imposing boxer, but he’s extremely versatile. He switches stances with ease, throws combinations from both hands, and delivers punches from unpredictable angles. A sharp, dangerous fighter who can push forward or counter off the back foot.

Considering Navarrete’s style — relentless, high-volume, non-stop pressure — this bout promises to be a war.

Charly is noticeably older at 36. He brings a wealth of amateur experience, including a bout against Vasyl Lomachenko in the World Series of Boxing. However, in the professional ranks, the 30-year-old Navarrete has seen far more — a three-division world champion who’s faced opponents of nearly every style imaginable.

Let’s look at the numbers. Suarez averages around 50 punches per round — a solid output. He puts combinations together well, targeting both head and body. That “50” is just a floor; depending on the round and the opponent, it can rise to 70–75 punches.

Navarrete, on the other hand, often throws between 70 and 100 punches per round. That’s not just high — it’s punishing. Very few fighters can withstand that kind of pressure. Even elite boxers with top-tier skills and counterpunching abilities struggle. In fact, the only ones who’ve seen Navarrete slow down are his trainers — he can sustain that tempo for the full 12 rounds.

Roughly even. In 2023, Navarrete had one more fight than Suarez. But it’s not just the number of fights — it’s the number of rounds that matter. Navarrete has gone the distance more often recently: three 12-round fights and one that lasted nine. Suarez, by comparison, had one 12-rounder, one 10-rounder, and two fights that ended in rounds 8 and 3, respectively.

Both men hit hard. Navarrete is known for breaking opponents down with sheer volume and thudding, accumulative damage — not just raw power, but power delivered in overwhelming quantity.

Still, Suarez’s 55.56% knockout rate shouldn’t be taken lightly. He lands heavy shots that, when timed right, can knock out anyone — especially as counters.

Navarrete has never shown signs of being chinny. Valdez, Berinchyk, Conceição — all solid punchers who landed clean shots — none could deter Emanuel from marching forward.

Suarez is also durable, but there’s a critical factor to consider: Navarrete works the body exceptionally well. And Suarez has previously struggled against that exact approach — particularly in his bout with Lomachenko, who punished him to the body throughout.

The fight will take place in the U.S., so it’s not an obvious home advantage for either man. But keep in mind: San Diego is one of the most Mexican cities in America. The crowd will overwhelmingly favor Navarrete.

Navarrete is coming off a bounce-back win after a loss — defeating Valdez to reclaim a title. Losing again, especially in San Diego (where he suffered the loss to Berinchyk), is not an option.

Yet Suarez is fueled by immense motivation. This could be his final shot at a world title. He’s never been a superstar, he’s now 36, and suddenly — here it is, his golden opportunity. Expect the Filipino fighter to give not just 100%, but more.