For his return after defeat, Liam Paro is getting a relatively favorable stylistic matchup. The Australian is an aggressive, high-pressure fighter, known for staying on his toes, working angles, and unleashing fast combinations after stepping outside his opponent’s lead foot.

Jonathan Navarro, by contrast, is a much more measured operator. His main weapon is a persistent jab, which he uses to create opportunities for his right hand—either a straight or looping shot—when his lead hand has set the trap.

At 29, Paro is one year older than Navarro and significantly more experienced. He’s a former world champion who handed Subriel Matías his only defeat and came close to beating Richardson Hitchins. He also knocked out Montana Love—a notable statement win.

Navarro, meanwhile, doesn’t bring the same level of résumé. This will be his first real step up in competition.

Paro is the more persistent attacker in the ring, averaging around 325 punches per fight compared to Navarro’s 291.

He’s also known for strong late-round cardio, often turning up the pressure in rounds 10, 11, and 12—a point where most fighters begin to fade.

Both men fought twice in 2024, but neither has entered the ring yet in 2025. Notably, Navarro had a five-year layoff between 2019 and 2024, which could affect timing and sharpness.

Navarro carries decent power—his knockout of previously unbeaten Damon Allen is proof. However, Paro has a higher KO ratio, and importantly, has delivered his power shots against far tougher opposition.

Paro has shown a solid chin throughout his career. Navarro hasn’t had durability issues either—but has never faced the kind of relentless, high-volume pressure Paro can deliver.

This fight takes place in Australia, giving Paro a home-field advantage. For Navarro, this will be just his second fight outside the U.S. His first—in Ireland—ended in his only career defeat.

Paro returns from a close loss to Hitchins, a fight where he wasn’t far from victory but ultimately failed to defend his title.

The choice of opponent is deliberate: Navarro is durable and capable, but not particularly threatening. He has long arms and some pop, but Paro’s all-around game, experience, and home support make him a strong favorite.