Footage has emerged showing 5’8″ middleweight prospect Torrez Finney engaging in a technical sparring session with 6’7″ heavyweight Robelis Despaigne at the renowned Fusion Xcel gym.
The video, which quickly circulated across social media platforms, shows the dramatic size disparity between the two fighters as they work on their craft under the watchful eye of their coach, who can be heard encouraging the middleweight to “go with the gym heavyweight.”
Despite giving up nearly a foot in height to his Cuban counterpart, Finney appears composed and strategic during the exchange, demonstrating why many consider him one of the more promising prospects in the division. His 75.5-inch reach—exceptional for his height—helps bridge some of the physical gap between the two fighters.
The training pairing represents an intriguing clash of styles. Finney, known primarily for his grappling prowess, benefits from working against a significantly larger striker, while Despaigne, who comes from a striking background, gains valuable experience defending against high-level wrestling.
“They both need each other,” observed one social media commenter. “Despaigne needs that grapple help just like Torrez needs that striking help.”
Another fan pointed out the practical benefits for Finney: “Tony is only gonna fight big guys so sparring against them definitely makes sense.”
The sparring session took place at Fusion Xcel, widely regarded as “one of the best gyms in the world” according to several observers familiar with the facility.
While both fighters have faced criticism for their specialized skill sets, this collaborative training approach suggests they’re working to address perceived weaknesses in their respective games. Finney has shown knockout power in previous outings despite criticisms about his offensive output in recent performances.
For fight fans, the visual of these two physically contrasting athletes working together provides a fascinating glimpse into the behind-the-scenes preparation that shapes the sport’s future contenders.
