A compelling stylistic matchup—especially considering how both men reached this stage of the WBC Grand Prix.

Matias Vergara pulled off a not-so-clear decision win over American Steven Torres, who notably served as a sparring partner for Oleksandr Usyk ahead of the Fury rematch.

Devon Young, on the other hand, faced Ukrainian Yuskiv. After losing a fairly even opening round, Young found his shot and knocked out his opponent in the second.

Young is 27, Vergara 28—but the Argentinian holds the edge in experience. Vergara has faced tougher names: Tommy Welch and Thomas Carty, both sturdy UK prospects. He lost both fights by stoppage.

For Young, it's harder to identify notable opposition. Yuskiv might have been his biggest test so far.

Young throws fewer punches, but that’s by design. He’s a one-shot knockout artist, constantly looking to land with power, not volume. Vergara is busier and more mobile, opting for output and rhythm over single-shot destruction.

Despite being the younger man, Young debuted a year earlier—in 2021—but has fought less overall (8 fights vs. Vergara’s 10). That said, 2025 is already busy for Devon: this will be his fourth fight of the year. Vergara, by contrast, hasn’t fought outside of the Grand Prix tournament yet this year.

Young is a pure puncher. His shots are heavy, concussive, and difficult to defend against. He doesn’t throw much, but when he connects—it’s dangerous. Vergara simply doesn’t have that kind of power. He relies more on accumulation and movement.

Vergara has two stoppage losses on his record—both within the first half of scheduled 8-rounders (rounds 2 and 4). Young, meanwhile, is undefeated and has never looked hurt, at least not seriously.

The bout will be held in Saudi Arabia, where no fighter is likely to benefit from crowd or judging bias. However, timing and acclimatization will matter—especially for fighters flying in from the Americas. Getting there early enough to adapt could make a difference.

Vergara will need to be active, disruptive, and smart. He must time, smother, and tie up his power-punching opponent.

Young doesn’t need much volume—just one clean shot can end it all. This fight comes down to two questions. First – can Vergara stay disciplined enough to avoid the big shot for six rounds? Second – Ccan Young stay patient and smart enough to land it?

One mistake from either fighter could decide it all.