Standing in his way was Jay "The Ghost" McFarlane, a Scottish veteran known for his colorful personality, tattoos, and "chunky" physical exterior. Despite being a significant underdog with a record of 13-6 at the time, McFarlane weighed in at a massive 277.8 lbs (126.0 kgs), nearly 36 lbs heavier than Vianello. This weight disparity drew comparisons to the physical dynamic of the Anthony Joshua vs. Andy Ruiz clash.
The eight-round contest was characterized by Vianello’s technical superiority and McFarlane's sheer toughness. Guido Vianello vs Jay McFarlane - Broadcast 1
: Despite taking heavy shots, including a sharp right hand in the fifth round that visibly shook him, McFarlane survived the distance. Vianello secured a clear unanimous decision victory after 8 rounds. Event Summary Information Date October 28, 2022 Venue Pala Atlantico , Rome, Lazio, Italy Broadcast Partners ESPN+, Mola TV Result Guido Vianello def. Jay McFarlane via UD (8 Rounds) Promoters OPI Since 82 & Top Rank Standing in his way was Jay "The Ghost"