Matchroom Boxing returns to Australia for a Trans-Tasman tear-up as undefeated Teremoana Teremoana takes on dangerous Hemi Ahio on Wednesday, November 18 at Pullman Melbourne Albert Park – live on Fox Sports and DAZN’s Kayo Sports in Australia.
 
Towering Aussie hero Teremoana has won all 12 of his professional fights to date by way of knockout and has been heralded by promoter Eddie Hearn as a future World Champion.
 
Now New Zealand rival Ahio, a former WBC Middle East Heavyweight ruler, stands in the unbeaten Olympian’s way next as the pair prepare to headline another exciting night of Championship boxing Down Under next month.
 
And Teremoana is relishing the challenge as he prepares to headline in Melbourne.
 
“I’m excited to be fighting again down in Melbourne and this time headlining against a strong opponent from New Zealand in Hemi Ahio,” said Teremoana. 
 
“I am really looking forward to the challenge he will bring. Nothing changes for me. I am here to prove I am the best and Ahio is the next obstacle in my way. I respect what he’s achieved but he shouldn’t have taken this fight. 
 
“I’ve been training hard and with another five weeks of preparation until fight night I plan to show the difference in levels. God willing, I will be victorious.”
 
However, Ahio – nicknamed ’The Heat’ – has warned Teremoana that he is ready to crank up the temperature and unleash everything he has when the two collide.
 
“I’m in great shape, maybe in the best shape I have been my entire career,” said Ahio, who has lost just once in 26 contests with 25 wins on his resumé, including 19 stoppages.
 
“There’s going to be fireworks, and we will both be dropping big bombs. I’m ready to throw down with the big man. Let’s go!”
 
Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn is looking forward to big night Down Under with a card stacked with homegrown talent.
 
“Australian boxing is flying and I am excited to be returning to Melbourne for what promises to be a brilliant fight card, headlined by the country’s most destructive fighter,” said Hearn.
 
“We seriously have a superstar on our hands in Teremoana. He must close out this year with another big statement – but he’ll need to be at his best as Hemi Ahio is a very dangerous operator with plenty of experience. 
 
“Teremoana truly has the potential to go very far in the Heavyweight division. I honestly believe he has the tools to become a future World Champion. He is a man Australia needs to get behind.”
 
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LAS VEGAS – October 14, 2026 – WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora and unbeaten mandatory challenger Ermal Hadribeaj kicked off fight week events Wednesday with a media workout before they headline “The Fight” live on TNT and DAZN this Saturday, October 17 from The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The workout also featured WBA Featherweight World Champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa and former world champion Tomoki Kameda, who duel in the co-main event, all-action former world champion Armando “Toro” Reséndiz and Australia’s Koen Mazoudier, who battle in a 10-round super middleweight showdown and rising star Marco Romero, who faces Uruguay’s Braulio Ferreira in the eight-round super middleweight opening attraction at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

The fourth installment of the acclaimed live monthly boxing series “The Fight”, this event will be broadcast co-exclusively in the U.S. on TNT, truTV and DAZN.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through Ticketmaster.com.

The event is promoted by TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing.

Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from Radiant Brand Complex in Las Vegas:

SEBASTIAN FUNDORA

“I don’t take anybody lightly. We’re in nothing but championship fights now, so I have to prepare for everyone like they’re coming to rip my head off. That’s what they’re all trying to do.

“I’m gonna go do what I do best. I’m planning on doing what I do and get this guy out of here. Every time I step into the ring that’s what I plan on doing.

“He had to work hard to get into this position to become world champion. It’s unfortunate that we have to break that dream, but it’s a beautiful dream to have.

“We all deal with injuries. We had it last fight and we still kicked butt. I showed off my jab and a lot of people didn’t think I had that.

“I just want to show everyone that I’m better. When I get hit, it just gives me some extra motivation to show that I’m stronger.

“Me against Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis is the best fight at 154. That’s the fight everyone wants. But we both have fights we have to get through.”

ERMAL HADRIBEAJ

“I don’t think he’s underestimating me, but I don’t think they know me well. They’re about to see on Saturday night.

“I can fight outside, inside, use angles. I can deal with a lot of that. So he has to be ready for me too. It’s not just him fighting inside. It’s me as well. I can fight inside, outside, all angles.

“Becoming Albania’s first world champion is going to be big. That’s what I’m looking forward to. Securing the belt and making history. It’s big. It’s a dream that everybody has.

“I’m an athletic guy, so I like to take a look at a lot of different styles. There was a moment with me where I was fighting like ‘Albanian Lomachenko.’ He was the one they were saying I looked like. It depends. Every fighter has a different style, so I can be one style with one fighter, another style with another. I don’t know what I’m going to be with Fundora on Saturday night.

“They call me the ‘Albanian Sniper’ because I’m very precise and very calculated. I don’t waste my punches. One thing for sure that I know: win or no win, I know for sure that I’m going to land. When I land, it hurts.

BRANDON FIGUEROA

“Kameda is a come-forward, action fighter like me. They call him ‘El Mexicanito’ for a reason. He fights like he has that Mexican blood in him and he’s going to come fight.

“Manny Robles and I have been working really well together. I’ve been with him for a few months now, and you guys are going to see on October 17. We’ve been working on great things. I just want to keep getting better and better every fight.

“Nick Ball was a great performance on my part, but I’m still not satisfied. I still want the bigger, better fights, and I still want to keep proving myself and elevating my game.

“I come to fight. I’m a very hardcore fighter, a traditional, old-school fighter. I’m here to fight all 12 rounds. I’m here to throw a thousand punches. I’m here for whatever it takes. I train really hard for a reason. The way you train is the way you fight, and the way you guys see me fight is the way I train.

“Inoue is the big fight that everyone wants. Everyone is looking for that fight. Like I said, if he’s moving up to featherweight and wants to challenge me, I welcome him to featherweight. I’m out here for the big fights.

“I’m a big 122-pounder and I’m a big 126-pounder. Eventually, I’ll move up to 130 and 135, but right now I want to stay at 126. I feel great and I want to keep defending my belt.”

TOMOKI KAMEDA

“We’re both fighters that come forward. The fans are going to like this fight, and I do believe that they’re going to enjoy great action on Saturday night.

“We’re confident in our strategy. We have a game plan that we can’t wait to show everyone on Saturday night.

“You never know when it might be your last chance, but I do know that you have to take advantage of the opportunities you’re given because they don’t come along that often. I’m going to be a world champion this Saturday night, take full advantage of it and be my best self.

“I thought I did enough to win the fight against Angelo Leo, but I’m mindful of the fact that I failed in a lot of things. I made some mistakes. I took it as a learning experience, and now I’m a better fighter and I’m prepared for Saturday night.

“I feel even better than ever. At 126, I feel right at home compared to when I was at 118 and 122. And on Saturday night, you’re going to see just how well I feel.

“I moved to Mexico when I was 15 and I full embraced the Mexican style of fighting.”

ARMANDO RESENDIZ

“I took from my last fight that I need to keep learning. I got right back into the gym and now I have an opportunity that I’m ready to take advantage of to the fullest. I’m going to show everything that I’ve learned.

“I’m always ready for any opponent. I’m in great shape and I feel prepared. I’m excited about taking on this challenge.

“I’m very excited for this matchup. This is my opportunity to show that I will become a world champion once again.

“Jaime Munguia came in very well prepared and had a great strategy. I think his experience ended up beating us. But I have nothing to hang my head about. It was an experience that I value and now I’m moving forward.

“Caleb Plant gave me an opportunity, so giving him the rematch would be a great chance to pay it forward.

“I want to be world champion again. I don’t care who I have to fight, I’ll be ready.”

KOEN MAZOUDIER

“Reséndiz is a strong, tough, all-around fighter from what I’ve watched. And being a former world champion, you can never take that away from him. This is a massive step up and a door-opener for me.

“We didn’t have much time to change except for the game plan. The talking in the gym and the game plan of what we’re going to do changed a little bit. But the way that we box is the way we box. We make them change around us. We know what we want to do, and that’s what we focus on.

“We expect him to come forward a little bit more. We expect him to engage a little bit more. And that’s what I’m here for. Anyone who’s watched me knows I come to fight. I’m a fighter’s fighter.

“I bring a firefight every fight. Every fight I’m in is an entertaining fight. I’ve been voted Australia’s Most Entertaining Fight and most of my fights have been in Fight of the Year contention.

“I’m a big fan of this sport as much as I’m a competitor. So fighting a Mexican former world champion in Las Vegas is a bucket-list item.”

MARCO ROMERO

“I don’t think I’m too far. I just came back from a camp sparring with Christian Mbilli and Osleys Iglesias. I held my own in there. I definitely held my own in there, and they showed me just a couple things that I need to work on. But it just shows me I’m not too far from that level.

“I’m ready to go all eight rounds if I need to, and I’m ready for that KO. If I see a kill-shot opening, I’m going for it.

“You’re going to see a dominating performance. I’m a calm guy outside the ring, but once I step in there, El Tiburón comes out. The shark comes out. So yeah, expect that on Saturday night

“I think being on this platform is going to give back to Kansas and be able to put Kansas on the map. So that’s what I’m working toward.”

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ABOUT FUNDORA VS. HADRIBEAJ

Fundora vs. Hadribeaj will see WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora bring his can’t-miss, all-action style to the ring against unbeaten mandatory challenger Ermal Hadribeaj headlining the latest installment of “The Fight” live on TNT and DAZN on Saturday, October 17 from The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The stacked lineup begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and also features two-division champion and reigning WBA Featherweight World Champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa making the first defense of his title against Japanese star and former world champion Tomoki Kameda in the co-main event.

Plus all-action former world champion Armando “Toro” Reséndiz steps in to face Australia’s Koen Mazoudier in a 10-round super middleweight showdown while rising star Marco Romero duels Uruguay’s Braulio Ferreira in the eight-round super middleweight opening attraction.

The fourth installment of the acclaimed live monthly boxing series “The Fight”, this event will be broadcast co-exclusively in the U.S. on TNT, truTV and DAZN.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through Ticketmaster.com.

The event is promoted by TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing.

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Anthony Olascuaga has signed a multi-fight co-promotional deal with Matchroom and Teiken Promotions, and will defend his WBO World Flyweight title against Yuberjen Martinez on November 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA, part of the latest event in TNT Sports and DAZN’s “The Fight,” the new monthly live boxing series, and will be broadcast co-exclusively in the U.S. on TNT, truTV and DAZN and worldwide on DAZN as the co-main event to Diego Pacheco’s Super-Middleweight showdown with Darius Fulghum.

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Olascuaga (12-1 9 KOs) defends his title for the sixth time and does so in his first fight in his Los Angeles home, having had five of his last six fights in Japan. The 27-year-old won the title in Tokyo in July 2024 with a third-round KO of Riku Kano in Tokyo and has returned to Japan for four of his defenses, the last being a ninth-round stoppage of Jukiya Iimura in March – and ‘Princesa’ is thrilled to be fighting in LA for the first time in his career and continuing his reign as World ruler.

“I’m so excited to be fighting in Los Angeles,” said Olascuaga. “It feels amazing to fight in the city and on the streets where I grew up. LA is home, and fighting in front of my people makes this one extra special.
 
“I am very grateful to Mr. Honda and everyone at Teiken for their continued support, and I’m also very pleased to have the opportunity to work with Eddie Hearn and the Matchroom team once again.
 
“I’m ready to put on a great show and give everyone a night to remember! Come out, show your love, and support me — I can’t wait to see you all there!”
 
Martinez (7-0 7 KOs) is gearing up for his first World title shot and brings a perfect record into the bout following a glittering amateur career. The two-time Olympian and 2016 silver medalist picked up the WBO Latino strap in May with his seventh stoppage win in seven pro-outings, and the Colombian has vowed to add World title glory to stuffed trophy cabinet from his amateur days.

“I’m very happy with this huge opportunity to fight for the WBO Title,” said Martinez. “After winning Silver at the Rio Olympics, my dream has been to become World champion.

“I have been training to fight on November 20 in my home country, when I received the call from my promoter for this fight, I got very exited because I’m ready. We will finish camp at Nacho Berestain Romanza Gym in Mexico City and come November 14; we will be ready for war.”

Olascuaga’s defense leads a stacked undercard that starts with the Matchroom and US debut of David Adeleye, who faces Alexander Flores over 10 rounds. Adeleye (14-2 13 KOs) put pen to paper with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom in September and the Briton’s first assignment sees him tangle with the experienced Californian Flores (21-6-1 19 KOs) over ten rounds.

“I’ve been out the ring far too long and my itchy knuckles are ready to fly,” said Adeleye. “This is the start to the next phase of my career, with Eddie and Matchroom I intend to fulfill my desire to be the best in the world!”

The Lightweight division is bubbling up nicely and two Californian’s clash in a showdown that could move the winner into line for a big fight, as Charlie Sheehy and Gabriel Flores Jr. meet over ten. Sheehy (13-0 8 KOs) fights under the Matchroom banner for the second time having impressed with a stoppage win in Houston in May over Nike Theran, while Flores Jr. (27-3 8 KOs) will be itching to get back to winning ways after going the distance with former World ruler Joe Cordina in December in Stockton, CA.

“This is a big opportunity that I’ve been waiting for,” said Sheehy. “I’m ready to make a statement and take another step closer to becoming World champion.”

“This fight will be a breakout performance; my time is now,” said Flores Jr. All my experience goes into this fight, and that can be the difference.”

A packed show will features a stack of rising stars on the prelims, with Zaquin Moses fighting over eight rounds at Super Featherweight, Nishant Dev in action over eight rounds atSuper Welterweight, Frank Espinoza getting out over six rounds at Middleweight and Pacheco’s brother Federico ready for eight rounds at Heavyweight, with all opponents to be confirmed in due course.

“This is a fantastic card for LA,” said promoter Eddie Hearn. “We’re delighted to add Anthony to the team, and he hits the ground running with us with a first fight at home in LA against Olympic medalist Martinez. Victory on November 14 for Anthony paves the way for a massive year in 2027 – he wants to add more belts to his collection, and with Matchroom and Teiken behind him, that’s on the cards if he delivers the win at the War Grounds.

“David Adeleye is another great addition to the team and he’s ready to get busy as he targets the big fights at Heavyweight, while the Lightweight battle between Charlie and Gabe is a fascinating one which puts the winner in a fantastic position at 135lbs.

“Four exciting talents complete the bill with Zaquin, Federico, Nishant and Frank, it’s going to be a massive night and one not to miss on TNT and DAZN.”

ALBUQUERQUE (Oct. 14, 2026) – Undefeated American heavyweights Pryce Taylor and Sardius Simmons will face stiff challenges as they look to climb the heavyweight rankings in a Big Time Boxing event on Saturday, Nov. 7 live exclusively on DAZN from Albuquerque.  The separate heavyweight bouts will open a DAZN broadcast at 8 p.m. ET that is headlined Abraham Perez’s homecoming title defense against Yankiel Rivera at Kiva Auditorium.

“Pryce is Right” Taylor (13-0, 8 KOs), of Brooklyn, N.Y., will face former Ukrainian Olympian Tsotne Rogava (13-1, 8 KOs), of Los Angeles, in a 10-round matchup. In the opening bout on DAZN, Sardius Simmons (10-0, 5 KOs), of Flint, Mich., will take on Cesar Navarro (15-4, 13 KOs), of Phoenix, Ariz., in an eight-round showdown. 

In the Nov. 7 co-main event, undefeated light heavyweight contender Atif Oberlton (17-0, 14 KOs) will face once-beaten Deon Nicholson (23-1, 19 KOs) in a matchup of hard-hitting 175-pounders in a 10-round bout.  Tickets for the Nov. 7 event, which is promoted by Salita Promotions and Legacy Boxing Promotions in association with Wynn Records, are available on ticketmaster.com. 

Taylor currently stands as the only undefeated fighter among the top five American heavyweight rankings. The 6-foot-4 Brooklyn native is coming off a near-shutout 10-round unanimous decision victory over Mexican challenger Issac Muñoz on July 11 in Puerto Rico. The 29-year-old, who started his boxing journey at New York City’s renowned Cops & Kids Program, is looking to climb the rankings in the wide-open heavyweight division.  After coming in at a career-high weight in his last bout, Taylor is entering the matchup with Rogava with renewed focus.  He has a new strength and conditioning team and has incorporated calisthenics to “build my endurance without losing my speed.” 

“This is my fourth fight this year, and staying active is important to me,” Taylor said. “If I’m healthy, why sit on the bench? The activity has kept me in conversations with heavyweights who have more experience and hold the titles I want. The confidence has always been there, but it grows with every fight. Going 10 rounds was a missing piece for me. That experience gave me even more confidence in what I can do.  At 10 rounds, you’re getting in there with the real killers, and I want to be strong every round. I’ve been focused on losing weight, getting stronger, and building my stamina.  

“This is my first time fighting in Albuquerque, and the fans are going to meet ‘The Pryce is Right’—the dance moves, the skills, the whole personality. I’m going for the knockout, but if I need to adjust and show my boxing skills, that’s what they’ll see. Knockout or not, I’m coming to win.”

Rogava represented Ukraine as a super heavyweight at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, dropping a decision to Frazer Clarke.  He turned professional following the Olympics in 2021 and knocked out his first seven opponents.  Rogava, who is promoted by Toro Promotions, has faced three consecutive undefeated fighters and is coming off a unanimous decision win over Mauricio Leon Perez.  His only blemish is a close majority decision defeat in Riyadh in 2025 to then-unbeaten Ahmed Krnjic.  Prior to competing in the Olympics, he was a decorated kickboxer and multi-time world champion in Muay Thai.    

“I’m ready to show everybody that I am up for the challenge,” Rogava said.  “I’ve been waiting for this opportunity to show the world that I belong among the elite heavyweights in the world. I can’t wait to prove that I’m ready for the big stage.”

Undefeated heavyweight prospect Sardius Simmons is a two-time National Golden Gloves Champion who has fought 10 times in 15 months since turning professional.  The 33-year-old southpaw is coming off a highlight-reel second-round TKO of Detrailous Webster on Aug. 29 in Detroit.  He’ll face his toughest test in Navarro, an aggressive, come-forward Mexican-American who is known for producing good fights.  

“This will be my sixth fight this year. I love fighting, and I’m ready to fight whoever, whenever, wherever,” Simmons said. “I don’t have that fear of getting in the ring. Boxing gives me a chance to do what I love and get paid for it.  When they approached me about this fight, I didn’t care who the opponent was. I’ve always been told that if he eats, sleeps, and breathes like I do, he can be broken down. He’s human, so he can be beaten.”

“I’m on a three-fight knockout streak, and I believe my power is my biggest advantage. I trust my coaching team. I’m going to go out there, do what I do, listen to my corner, and get another win.”

Cesar Navarro, of Phoenix by way of Sonora, Mexico, turned professional in 2017 and has established a reputation as an aggressive fighter in the classic Mexican-American style.  The 26-year-old owns 13 knockouts in his 15 professional wins.  While he is coming off a loss to highly touted undefeated prospect Gurgen Hovhannisyan, Navarro represents a significant step-up for the undefeated Simmons.  

“I’m coming to make a statement on DAZN,” Navarro said.  “I’m putting in the work, and I’m ready to represent Mexico, Phoenix and everyone who’s been in my corner.  Let’s go!”

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MIAMI, FL (October 14, 2026) — Undefeated heavyweight contender Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo (12-0, 11 KOs) is putting the finishing touches on training camp as he prepares to return to the ring against veteran Donald Haynesworth (19-10-1, 17 KOs) on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

The scheduled 10-round heavyweight bout will be featured on “Fist of Fury 13,” presented by The Heavyweight Factory.

Currently ranked WBO #13, Trujillo enters the fight at an important point in his career. The hard-hitting Cuban is undefeated, has stopped 11 of his 12 professional opponents and is now a promotional free agent, giving him and his team the opportunity to explore the next phase of his career while he continues climbing the heavyweight ranks.

Before any decisions are made about his promotional future, Trujillo, who is the current BKB Heavyweight Champion, knows his immediate business is inside the ring.

Trujillo has spent his training camp in Miami working with respected trainer Herman Caicedo, focusing on conditioning, technique and being prepared to fight a full 10 rounds if necessary.

“Camp with Coach Herman has been very good,” said Trujillo. “He pushes me hard and makes sure I stay disciplined with everything I do. We’ve been working on everything. I know I can punch, but I want to keep becoming a more complete heavyweight. I feel strong and ready to fight.”

Haynesworth brings legitimate heavyweight power and considerably more professional experience into the matchup. Trujillo says he is preparing accordingly and has no intention of overlooking his opponent.

“This is heavyweight boxing, and one punch can change everything,” he added. “I’m not going in there looking past anybody. I’m going to stay smart, do my job and when I see the opportunity to finish the fight, I’ll take it.”

Breaking into the top 15 of a major sanctioning organization has put Trujillo within striking distance of increasingly significant opportunities. For the undefeated Cuban, his current #13 WBO ranking is encouraging, but it has also increased his hunger to keep moving forward.

“Being ranked in the top 15 means I’m getting closer, but I haven’t accomplished my goal yet,” Trujillo continued. “I want to become a world champion, and every fight from here is important. A strong win on October 18 keeps me undefeated and hopefully moves me higher in the rankings. I just have to keep winning and earn my opportunity.”

Trujillo’s manager, Abe Swidan of Visionary Sports Group, believes his fighter is entering a particularly important stretch of his career. With an undefeated record, a high knockout percentage, a world ranking and promotional free agency, Swidan believes Trujillo has positioned himself to attract significant interest from promoters looking for heavyweight talent.

“Gustavo is in a very good position right now,” said Swidan. “He’s ranked by the WBO and he brings the kind of power and excitement people want to see from a heavyweight. But first we have business to handle on October 18. Haynesworth is dangerous, and Gustavo has to perform. After that, we’ll continue looking at the best opportunities for his career. The goal hasn’t changed, we want to put Gustavo in position to fight for a heavyweight world title.”

ORLANDO, FL (October 14, 2026) — In a super welterweight division filled with established champions and emerging contenders, Boxlab Promotions undefeated Alex Bray (12-0, 9 KOs) is steadily building a résumé that suggests his name belongs in the conversation among boxing’s rising 154-pound talents.

The Boxlab Promotions standout took a significant step forward on August 8, 2026, when he delivered an impressive eighth-round stoppage victory over previously unbeaten Antraveous Ingram (13-1-1, 7 KOs) as part of Matchroom Boxing’s Project Series.

It was more than another victory for Bray.

Facing an undefeated opponent represented the type of test young fighters eventually have to pass if they want to separate themselves from the pack. Bray responded by producing one of the strongest performances of his professional career, breaking Ingram down before securing the stoppage in the eighth round.

The victory improved earned him the WBA Continental Latin America Super Welterweight and NABO Junior Middleweight titles, giving the unbeaten prospect two regional belts and additional momentum as he works his way toward the upper levels of the division. For Bray, however, the belts are reminders of progress rather than signs that he has arrived.

“I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished, but I still feel like I’m just getting started,” said Bray. “Beating an undefeated fighter like Ingram and winning those belts showed me that the work is paying off. At the same time, it made me even hungrier because I know there are bigger fights out there for me.”

At 12-0, Bray is entering an important stage of his career. The prospect phase is beginning to give way to contender status, where every opponent becomes tougher and every performance carries greater significance.

Bray welcomes that pressure. Rather than protecting his undefeated record, he wants the type of fights that will reveal how far he can go.

“I want to keep stepping up,” he added. “I don’t want easy fights just to stay undefeated. I want to fight guys who are going to push me and make me better. Guys in the top ten. If I want to become a world champion, eventually I have to beat the best, so I’m ready to keep proving myself.”

With nine stoppages in 12 victories, Bray has demonstrated the ability to finish fights, but his performance against Ingram also provided valuable experience as the bout moved into the later rounds.

That development is important to Bray, who understands that power alone will not carry him to the top of one of boxing’s deepest divisions.

“The knockouts are great, but I want people to see that I’m becoming a complete fighter,” Bray continued. “I’m learning to stay patient, make adjustments and trust what we worked on in camp. Every fight is teaching me something, and I feel like I’m getting better each time I step in the ring.”

Amaury Piedra, President of Boxlab Promotions, believes Bray’s victory over Ingram demonstrated why the promotional company has high expectations for the undefeated super welterweight.

“Alex is developing into a very good fighter, and the Ingram fight was an important step for him,” said Piedra. “He beat an undefeated opponent and showed he could perform when the level of competition went up. He has power, he works hard and, most importantly, he’s still improving. We believe Alex has a very bright future, and our job is to keep putting him in the right fights so he can earn his way toward a world-title opportunity.”

The two belts Bray now owns represent meaningful accomplishments, but neither is the championship he ultimately wants.

His goal is a world title.

Bray understands there are still significant steps between his current position and that opportunity, and he has no intention of trying to skip them.

“Becoming a world champion is the dream,” Bray concluded. “That’s why I put in the work every day. I know nobody is going to hand me that opportunity, and I don’t want anything handed to me. I want to earn my way there. Right now, I’m 12-0 and I have two belts, but I’m still hungry. I want to keep winning, keep moving up the rankings and keep giving people a reason to watch me. When my opportunity comes, I want to be completely ready for it.”

INDIA (Oct. 14, 2026): Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP) Indian boxing star Neeraj Goyat (21-4-2, 9 KOs) will face former UFC lightweight world champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis (25-14-0 in MMA, 11 KOs) in a six-round super welterweight bout at 154 lbs on Saturday, January 23, 2027. The event is presented by IPBL Boxing and sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council. Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and Chennai are in contention to host, with the city and venue to be announced in November.

Goyat, 34, from Haryana, has spent more than a decade taking Indian professional boxing abroad. He was the first Indian boxer to be ranked by the World Boxing Council and is a former WBC Asia champion. In 2024 he became the first international fighter to sign with MVP, the American boxing and MMA promotion founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian. That November he beat Brazil’s Whindersson Nunes on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson card, a night watched live by 108 million people on Netflix. Now comes the biggest fight of his career, at home.

Neeraj Goyat said: “I have fought in China, in Thailand, in America and in the UK, and every time I was the Indian on somebody else’s card. This time the card is ours. I want to thank MVP and Nakisa Bidarian for believing in me and helping bring this moment to India. Anthony is a real champion and I respect everything he has done, but I have waited my whole career to fight a name like this in front of my own people. I am not giving that night away.”

Pettis, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, won the WEC Lightweight title in 2010 and the UFC Lightweight World Championship in 2013, beating Benson Henderson for both. He made his professional debut in January 2007, so fight night falls 20 years after his first professional fight, and days before he turns 40. Outside the ring, Pettis is a co-promoter of the Indian Fight League (IFL), India’s MMA league, and the Indian Pro Boxing League (IPBL), and has spent the last two years helping build combat sports in India.

For Pettis, the fight is also personal. His younger brother, former Bellator Bantamweight World Champion Sergio Pettis, fought in Hyderabad at Road to IPBL 2 in March 2025 and lost a unanimous decision to India’s Sabari Jaishankar. Anthony is coming back to India to settle the score.

Anthony Pettis said: “I have seen what Indian fighters can do, and Neeraj is the best of them. That is who I want. I have thought a lot about Sergio’s loss. This one is for him, and I am coming to win.”

Together, Goyat and Pettis bring a global boxing show to India, making it the biggest card in the history of Indian boxing. They are joined on the card by the country’s top-ranked boxers, including Akshay Chahal of Rohtak, Faizan Anwar of Kolkata, Pavan Kalyan of Hyderabad, Ritesh Singh of Dehradun and Laldinsanga Ramlawt of Mizoram, along with other leading fighters from across India.

IPBL Boxing is India’s biggest professional boxing promoter and one of its first, with more than ten years of staging fights in the country. It runs the Indian Pro Boxing League, India’s first franchise-based professional boxing league, and the BoxingBay fight series. The men behind it are co-founders Akshar Madhavaram and Prashanth Singh, alongside actor and producer Rana Daggubati. Its events are sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council and have been broadcast live on DAZN, UFC Fight Pass & Aha.

Rana Daggubati said: “Every big sport in this country started with one night that people still talk about years later. This can be that night for boxing. A world champion and India’s best fighter, in front of an Indian crowd. We have never had that before, and I can’t wait to be ringside.”

Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, co-founders of MVP, said: “We signed Neeraj because we believed he had the potential to become a global boxing star and help put Indian boxing on the world stage. Now he has the opportunity to headline a historic event in his home country against one of the biggest names in combat sports. Anthony Pettis is an MMA icon, but this is boxing, and we expect Neeraj to show exactly why we believed in him from day one.”

Full card, broadcast and ticket details will be announced with the host city in November.

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Goyat vs. Pettis: The Indian Uprising is a six-round super welterweight bout presented by IPBL Boxing and sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council. Neeraj Goyat is promoted by MVP. The event takes place Saturday, January 23, 2027. Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and Chennai are in contention to host.

About IPBL Boxing

IPBL Boxing Private Limited is India’s biggest professional boxing promoter and one of its first, with its founders staging professional boxing in the country for more than ten years. It owns and operates the Indian Pro Boxing League (IPBL), India’s first franchise-based professional boxing league, and BoxingBay, a premium fight night series. IPBL is recognised by the World Boxing Council and its events are sanctioned by the Indian Boxing Council, with fights broadcast live on DAZN, UFC Fight Pass and aha. Its founders staged the fight night that launched the WBC in India. IPBL Boxing is led by co-founders Akshar Madhavaram and Prashanth Singh alongside actor and producer Rana Daggubati, and is promoted by Throne Forge Ventures, the Hyderabad-based combat sports company behind the Indian Fight League.

About Most Valuable Promotions

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) is a global combat sports and entertainment company built for the next generation of athletes and fans. The company operates across boxing, mixed martial arts, live events, media, content, athlete development, and global distribution, with a fighter-first philosophy centered on equitable compensation, maximum visibility, and long-term brand building.

Led by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, MVP promotes some of the world’s biggest combat sports events and represents a roster of nearly 400 elite athletes, including world champions, titleholders, contenders, and emerging stars. MVP’s portfolio includes MVP, MVPW, and MVP MMA, bringing together premier boxing and mixed martial arts properties under one global brand.

Through partnerships with leading media and distribution platforms including Netflix, ESPN, Sky Sports, and an extensive international network reaching fans across more than 170 countries, MVP delivers world-class competition and entertainment to audiences worldwide. By combining elite athletes, premium live events, compelling storytelling, and global media reach, MVP is building the future of combat sports.

OCTOBER 14, 2206–Nothing But Sportz, the minority-owned sports television, streaming, and technology company founded by Steven Marcano, has announced it will not televise the October 24th boxing event featuring Maureen Shea after her scheduled opponent withdrew and a suitable replacement could not be secured within an acceptable promotional period.

Effective immediately, NBS will require all essential athlete, promotional, production, and broadcast agreements to be fully executed at least ten weeks prior to any scheduled live event. The policy is designed to ensure adequate preparation, marketing support, and audience development.

?Entering its second year, NBS is transitioning from an early-stage entrepreneurial model into an institutionally structured television, streaming, and technology enterprise. The company is implementing enhanced governance standards, standardized contracting procedures, and centralized operational oversight, creating a foundation for national growth and long-term sustainability. NBS intends to televise Maureen Shea’s January 2027 return, with American Dream Presents remaining promotional company of record, subject to finalized agreements.

Two world-class championship boxing events are under negotiation for March and June 2027. Alongside promotional partnerships, NBS will acquire and license independently promoted boxing events targeting one major live event each month.

The company is expanding its programming interests into table tennis, pickleball, horse racing, motorcycle racing, motocross, tennis, flag football, volleyball, and surfing. NBS is also exploring the licensing of sporting events connected to U.S. Armed Forces sports programs. A major table tennis competition is targeted for February 2027.

Beyond live sports, NBS is developing original intellectual property, including King Carter, a vertical short-form project, Ring Card Girls, and Scrap City, an interactive video game. The company is actively seeking submissions and distribution partnerships from independent filmmakers, documentary producers, digital content creators, and artificial intelligence companies. Its technology initiatives emphasize AI-powered sports analytics, interactive programming, personalized content discovery, and enhanced fan engagement. Building on existing distribution relationships with Roku, Apple, Amazon, Truth Plus, and KlowdTV, NBS is accelerating expansion across linear and digital platforms.

By the end of 2027, NBS is targeting distribution access across 85 percent of the linear television market and full digital platform availability. These are stated goals, not current market share. During its inaugural year, the company secured programming involving internationally recognized talent including Yuriorkis Gamboa, Guillermo Rigondeaux, and high-profile sports entertainment personalities.

The company has received substantial digital engagement, which management believes demonstrates the potential for a competitive position if its 2027 distribution and programming objectives are realized.

?NBS is preparing its first eight-figure financing initiative with management reporting exploratory discussions with hedge funds and family offices as it advances its institutional growth strategy. Nothing But Sportz remains firmly committed to championship boxing while building a diversified sports media and technology platform. It is not moving away from boxing, it is building beyond it. With institutional standards, expanding content verticals, and a long-term distribution strategy, NBS is positioning itself for a defining second year. Nothing But Sportz — building the future of sports, television, streaming, and technology

Las Vegas –UFC returns to T-Mobile Arena to end 2026 with one of the biggest events of the year as fan favorites Charles Oliveira and Diego Lopes battle for the BMF championship. The five-round co-main event features a crucial heavyweight matchup, as No. 2 ranked contender Sergei Pavlovich takes on No. 3 Alex Pereira.

UFC^® 335: OLIVEIRA vs. LOPES takes place Saturday, December 12 from Las Vegas with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The prelims will also air on Paramount+ beginning at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC^® 335: OLIVEIRA vs. LOPES tickets will go on sale Friday, October 16 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, October 14 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, October 15 at 10 a.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com. 

UFC VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Oliveira (37-11 1NC, fighting out of São Paulo, Brazil) plans to secure another signature victory. One of the most accomplished mixed martial artists to ever compete, Oliveira holds some of the most prestigious UFC records in history, including most finishes (21), most submissions (17) and most post-fight bonuses (21). He now aims to defend his BMF title for the first time by taking out Lopes.

Lopes (28-8, fighting out of Puebla, Mexico by way of Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil) looks to make a statement in his lightweight debut. A fan favorite for his all-action fighting style, he has entertained the masses with wins over Steve Garcia, Jean Silva and Brian Ortega. Lopes now seeks to earn his biggest victory yet and become the next BMF champion.

Heavy-handed Pavlovich (21-3, fighting out of Moscow, Russia) hopes to earn his first shot at undisputed UFC gold with another highlight-reel knockout. The owner of the longest first-round knockout streak in UFC history with six, Pavlovich established himself as one of the most devastating strikers in the heavyweight division with victories over Curtis Blaydes, Tai Tuivasa and Derrick Lewis. He now intends to make himself undeniable by defeating his first former UFC champion.

Pereira (13-4, fighting out of Danbury, Conn. by way of São Paulo, Brazil) steps back into the Octagon aiming to prove that he is still one of the best in the world. The former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight champion rose to superstardom with wins over Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland and Jiri Prochazka. Pereira now plans to add Pavlovich to his ever-growing resume and add his name into the championship conversation.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• A can’t-miss middleweight matchup features No. 6 ranked Joe Pyfer (16-3, fighting out of Philadelphia, Pa.) taking on No. 14 Bo Nickal (9-1, fighting out of State College, Pa.)
• Former flyweight champion and No. 8 ranked Brandon Moreno (24-10-2, fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico) returns to face the always exciting Charles Johnson (20-9, fighting out of Orlando, Fla. by way of St. Louis, Mo.)
• No. 6 ranked women’s flyweight contender Maycee Barber (15-3, fighting out of Denver, Colo.) looks to halt the momentum of exciting striker Carli Judice (7-2, fighting out of Lafayette, La.)
• Dana White’s Contender Series season 10 standout Quentin Pasley (4-0, fighting out of New Haven, Conn.) looks to make a splash in his UFC debut against Junior Tafa (7-6, fighting out of Brisbane, Australia) at light heavyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Skydance:

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

About T-Mobile Arena

T-Mobile Arena, the 20,000-seat venue located on the Las Vegas Strip between Park MGM and New York-New York, opened April 6, 2016. The arena hosts more than 100 events annually including major headline entertainment, awards shows, UFC, boxing, basketball and other sporting events, family shows and special events. T-Mobile Arena also is the home of the Vegas Golden Knights, a National Hockey League expansion team and the city’s first professional sports team, as well as UFC’s exclusive Las Vegas arena destination. The venue, named the No. 1 venue on Billboard Magazine’s 2018 Arena Power List as well as the “Best New Major Concert Venue” by Pollstar Magazine in 2016, features 50 luxury suites, more than two dozen private loge boxes, complete broadcast facilities, and other specially designed exclusive hospitality offerings and fan amenities destined to create a guest experience second to none. Toshiba Plaza, an adjacent two-acre outdoor entertainment space, features performance stages, a variety of video screens and other interactive content and display areas. Designed and built to prioritize environmental sustainability, T-Mobile Arena was awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED) Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council in 2016. T-Mobile Arena is a privately funded joint venture between AEG and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information, visit T-MobileArena.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Erick Visconde won a unanimous decision over Ilius Bulaid in a featherweight bout which headlined Dana White’s Contender Series, Season 10, Episode 10 (Final Episode of the season) at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.4

Visconde, 146 lbs of Brazil won by scores of 30-27 on all cards and is now 18-3. Bulaid, 146 lbs of Morocco is 9-1.

Smilla Sundell won a unanimous decision over Aline Pereira in a bantamweight bout.

Sundell, 135 lbs of Sweden won by scorers of 29-28 on all cards and is now 3-0. Pereira, 135 lbs of Brazil is 3-3.

Luis Francischinelli stopped Will Rentz in the opening round of her welterweight fight.

Francischindelli landed right that put Rentz down and the fight was stopped at 2:18.

The 6’6″ Francischinelli, 170 of Brazil is 7-0 with seven knockouts. Rentz 171 lns of Honolulu, HI is 8-3.

Douglas Da Lapa stopped Davi Cabral in the second round of their middleweight fight.

In round two, Da Lapa landed a looping right to the jaw that put Cabral on the canvas and the fight was stopped at 17 seconds.

Da Lapa, 184.5 lbs of Rio De Janeiro, BRA is 7-0 with six knockouts. Cabral, 184 lbs of Rio De Janeiro, BRA is 7-1.

Greg Foster won a unanimous decision over Jason Asher in a lightweight bout.

Foster was bleeding under his right eye in round two.

Foster, 155.5 lbs of Santa Clara, CA won by scores 29-28 on all cards and is now 9-1. Asher, 154.5 lbs of New Orleans is 5-1.

Foster, Da Lapa, Francischielli, Sundell all received UFC contracts.

SAN DIEGO, CALIF., October 13, 2026 – A Wealth of Entertainment, AWE, is proud to announce that this Thursday, October 15, AWE is airing live the IBO Super Welterweight title fight featuring Milan Prat (30-1-0) versus Brandon Thysse (20-4-1). This highly anticipated bout showcases two number one rated fighters in their home country for the world title. The fight card, airing live and exclusively on AWE in the United States, begins at 2 pm Eastern, 11 am Pacific.

Milan Prat is coming off a 10 fight winning streak and is the top-rated super welterweight in France and the 8^th ranked super welterweight in the world according to BoxRec. Hailing from South Africa, Brandon Thysse is the top-rated super welterweight in his home country and the 18^th rated boxer in the world in his division according to BoxRec.

“We’re thrilled to bring another world title fight featuring two equally talented boxers to AWE viewers,” stated Charles Herring, president of AWE. “These two hard slugging fighters haven’t been in the same ring before and it’s time to determine who is the world champ. We expect an all-out brawl for the IBO Super Welterweight title.”  

AWE has a long history of featuring world-class boxing events. For example, on May 30, 2026, AWE exclusively aired in the United States the WBC World Title fight featuring a rematch of Kevin Lerena versus Ryad Merhy. The fight went the distance with Ryad Merhy winning a unanimous decision. AWE expects to feature another world title fight before the end of the year with upwards of a half dozen world-class fight cards in 2027.

About AWE – A Wealth of Entertainment

A Wealth of Entertainment (“AWE”) features a wide range of lifestyles and entertainment programming from exotic travel and outrageous homes to live world championship boxing. AWE is available on over a hundred cable systems, including YouTubeTV, Charter Spectrum TV, Dish Network, Cox Spectrum, Sling, KlowdTV, and more. For more information, please visit www.awetv.com

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (October 13, 2026) – The recent 2-week training camp in Montreal prepared rising star Marco “El Tiburón (The Shark)” Romero (15-0, 13 KOs) for his 8-round fight this Saturday on “The Fight” card, presented by Premier Boxing Champions (PBC), like no other for his second fight under the PBC banner.

The 20-year-old Romero, fighting out of Olathe, Kansas, faces Uruguay’s Braulio Ferreira (8-3, 3 KOs) in an 8-round bout opening the 4-fight broadcast from The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, live and exclusively in the United States on TNT, truTV and DAZN.

Romero vs. Ferreira, contested at a 165-pound catchweight, will be on the undercard of the WBC Super Welterweight Championship match between defending champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora and mandatory challenger Ermal Hadribej.

His second training camp in Montreal was eye-opening for Romero, who sparred 40 round with top super middleweights including IBF World Champion Osleys “El Tornado” Iglesias (16-0, 15 KOs), WBC World Champion Christian “Solide” Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs), NABA Champion Iman “The Destroyer” Khataev (13-1, 12 KOs), and Erik “BZO” Bazinyan (32-1-1, 3 KOs).

“Iglesias is an awesome guy who is the boogeyman of the super middleweight division,” Romero said. “He’s a Cuban dude so it was easier to speak with him. He works super hard and has power in both hands and he’s strong, long and tall. He’s world champion for a reason

“Mbilli is super humble and we talked less because he’s French. He’s a strong, powerful guy with speed. He’s a big guy and a good combination puncher. He’s going to give Canelo a war. It was an honor to share the ring with these world champions and hold my own.”

(L-R – Christian Mbilli & Marco Romero)

Romero noted that he not only got in the ring with these world champions, but he also often spoke with them, observed the way they train and handle themselves, and learned their mindset.

“I had another great experience at training camp again in Montreal,” Romero commented. “To be called back to work with 2 world champions shows that I’m getting close to being on their level. I’m even more motivated to get on that level.

“I’m always confident but I’ll be even sharper, mentally prepared-wise, for this fight. My ring IQ and counter punching has improved, too. When I enter the ring on October 17th, after having training camp in Montreal with 2 world champions, I’ll feel like Superman and nobody can stop me.”

“What’s inspirational for me is Marco’s positive attitude about leaving town to get the sparring that he needs because there is no one with 400 miles of us that will spar with him,” Romero’s legendary manager/head trainer John Brown added. “As part of Marco’s never ending boxing improvement program, we already have sparring lined up in Orlando shortly after this fight and Marco is already excited about it.”

Marco is undefeated in 15 pro fights with 13 stoppages, winning all 36 rounds on the judges’ scorecards. A 23-time U.S. national Champion, Romero had a rich amateur pedigree, backed by his remarkable 130-5 record. The gifted Mexican American boxer hasn’t lost in more than 7 years since June 28, 2019.

“I want to thank Eye of the Tiger and Marc Ramsey for the opportunity once again to be in camp and be around the best who will help me during my boxing career. I’m more than grateful to have been in camp with 2 world champions and their hot prospects.”

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About Turner Boxing Academy: Turner Boxing Academy (TBA) is a non-profit youth boxing club operated by volunteers who are passionate about the sport and the positive impact it has on young people. The academy is based inside the Turner Recreation Center in Kansas City, Kansas. It is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for kids to learn and practice the art of boxing.

TBA is committed to instilling discipline, confidence, and a strong work ethic in our young athletes. We believe in the power of boxing to build character and resilience, and we are passionate about helping our students unlock their full potential both inside and outside the ring.

October 13, 2026 —Zuffa Boxing announced today that WBC Middleweight World Champion Carlos “Caballo Bronco” Adames has signed a multi-fight promotional contract with the company. Adames, who hails from Elias Piña, Dominican Republic, is The Ring’s No. 1-ranked middleweight in the world.

An announcement regarding Adames’ Zuffa Boxing debut will be made shortly.

“This is a new chapter in my career, and I’m here to make history. Zuffa Boxing is building something special, and I want to be part of it,” Adames said. “I’m ready to face the best fighters in the world on the biggest stage. The best of ‘Caballo Bronco’ is yet to come.” 

Adames (25-1-1, 18 KOs), 32, is an 11-year pro who is unbeaten in seven fights since moving up to middleweight in 2021. He has defended the WBC championship three times, including a hard-fought draw against Hamzah Sheeraz last year and a one-sided decision over Austin “Ammo” Williams in March. Prior to becoming world champion, Adames knocked out former unified super welterweight world champion Julian Williams in nine rounds. 

As an amateur, he won more than 200 fights and competed at the international level, capturing gold at the 2012 Pan American Youth Championships and the 2015 Jose Cheo Aponte Tournament.   

About Zuffa Boxing
Zuffa Boxing is a joint venture between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) (NYSE: TKO) and Sela, the entertainment conglomerate. TKO serves as managing partner, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management, and oversight of the promotion, with executive leadership anchored by UFC President and CEO Dana White and WWE President and TKO Board Member Nick Khan. The promotion aims to reimagine the sport of boxing by evolving the current model to restore the sport’s rightful place in the forefront of the global sports ecosystem. For more information, follow @Zuffa_Boxing on X; and @ZuffaBoxing on Snapchat, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

About Sela
Founded in 1997, Sela is a Saudi Arabian company specializing in creating, constructing, and operating unique destinations and recreational experiences across sports, entertainment, culture, and hospitality sectors. Initially recognized as Saudi Arabia’s first FIFA-recognized athletes’ representation company, Sela expanded into sports marketing and has since diversified into broader recreational industries. 

About TKO
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Doha, Qatar: Following last year’s successful debut, UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, returns to Doha in partnership with Visit Qatar on Saturday, November 21, as former light heavyweight champion and No. 2-ranked Ji?í Procházka faces undefeated No. 5-ranked contender Navajo Stirling in a five-round main event at ABHA Arena. In the co-main event, former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling takes on No. 9-ranked featherweight Kevin Vallejos, who has won seven fights in a row.

Tickets for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: PROCHÁZKA vs STIRLING are on sale via Visit Qatar Ticketing Platform.  Last year’s inaugural event at ABHA Arena sold out, so fans are encouraged to secure their seats early.

No. 2-ranked Procházka (32-6-1, fighting out of Brno, Czech Republic) returns to the Octagon® for the first time since April. The Czech fighter previously won the light heavyweight belt with a fifth-round submission of Glover Teixeira at UFC® 275 in 2022 before vacating it through injury. With 28 of his 32 wins coming by knockout, Procházka is targeting a statement finish to move back into title contention.

Standing across the Octagon® will be Stirling (11-0, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand), who arrives in Doha unbeaten and 6-0 in the UFC since earning his contract on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2024. The New Zealander has stopped all three of his opponents this year, most recently finishing former champion Jan B?achowicz in the first round in August, and now aims to add a second former champion to his record.

In the co-main event, former UFC bantamweight champion and No. 4-ranked featherweight Aljamain Sterling (26-5, fighting out of Cortland, New York) and No. 9-ranked Kevin Vallejos (18-1, fighting out of Buenos Aires, Argentina) square off in a pivotal featherweight bout. Sterling defended the bantamweight title three times before moving up to 145 pounds, where he has gone 3-1, most recently beating Youssef Zalal by unanimous decision in a five-round main event in April. Vallejos has won all four of his UFC fights, including knockouts of Giga Chikadze and Josh Emmett.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 13-ranked lightweight Dan Hooker(24-15, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand), who headlined UFC’s first event in Qatar last November, meets two-time featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega(16-5, fighting out of Torrance, California), who moves up to lightweight.
• No. 7-rankedAsu Almabayev(24-3, fighting out of Almaty, Kazakhstan) and No. 5Kyoji Horiguchi(36-6, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Florida), who both picked up submission wins at last year’s event, meet in a flyweight bout.
• Former middleweight title challenger and No. 11-ranked Jared Cannonier(18-10, fighting out of Glendale, Arizona) faces No. 13 Ikram Aliskerov(18-2, fighting out of Makhachkala, Russia), who is on a winning streak.  
• Shamil Gaziev(15-3, fighting out of Manama, Bahrain) comes off a first-round knockout of Kennedy Nzechukwu in August and takes on Brazil’s Tallison Teixeira(9-2, fighting out of São Paulo, Brazil) in a heavyweight bout.
• Tahir Abdullayev(20-3, fighting out of Russia),who stopped Jefferson Nascimento on his UFC debut in June, takes on Australian veteranJake Matthews(23-8, fighting out of Victoria, Australia) in a welterweight bout.
• Aleksandre Topuria(7-1, fighting out of Alicante, Spain), 2-0 in the UFC after a decision win over Bekzat Almakhan in Doha last year, facesSantiago Luna(8-1, fighting out of Baja California, Mexico) in a bantamweight matchup.
• No. 9-ranked flyweight Amir Albazi(17-3, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada) meetsAlessandro Costa(17-5, fighting out of Puebla, Mexico) in a rematch, nearly four years after Albazi knocked him out in the third round.

The return of UFC Fight Night adds another major international sporting event to Qatar’s calendar, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to experience elite mixed martial arts action in Doha.

For more information on UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: PROCHÁZKA vs STIRLING and for the latest updates, visit ufc.com.  Tickets are available now via Visit Qatar Ticketing Platform. For those looking for details on local attractions and travel tips, visit the official tourism site at visitqatar.com.

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About UFC®         
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 370 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS – October 13, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced updates to MVPW-07, a championship supercard featuring four world title bouts on the ESPN main card and an additional WBA regular world title bout on the preliminary card, taking place at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas on Sunday, November 8, live on ESPN and the ESPN App. MVP’s Somali-British boxer, activist, and high-fashion model Ramla Ali (11-2, 3 KOs) will face New York’s undefeated Mikiah Kreps (11-0, 3 KOs) in the new co-main event, a 10-round championship bout for the vacant WBO and IBF super bantamweight world titles at 122lbs. The bout replaces the previously scheduled WBC featherweight world championship between Tiara Brown and Ellie Scotney, following Scotney’s withdrawal due to injury. Joining the MVPW-07 championship main card on ESPN will be Mexico’s IBF super flyweight world champion Irma Garcia (26-5-1, 6 KOs) vs. Panama’s WBA super flyweight world champion Nataly Delgado (21-7-2, 5 KOs) in a 10-round world championship unification bout for the IBF and WBA titles at 115lbs.

On the preliminary card, MVP’s #1 WBA contender Brittany Sims (10-3, 5 KOs) will take on MVP’s newest signee Shera Mae Patricio (10-0, 3 KOs) for the vacant WBA regular world title at 118lbs (Dina Thorslund remains the WBA super champion) in a 10-round contest. Dallas contender Fernando Garcia (14-5, 8 KOs) will also join the card in a 6-round featherweight bout vs. Alexander Castellano (12-2-2, 2 KOs). MVP’s 15x US national champion Nat “No Love” Dove (8-0-1, 2 KOs) will return to face Nayeli Rodriguez (7-2-1) in a highly anticipated rematch following their draw on Most Valuable Prospects 12 in May 2025. The two will meet again in an 8-round flyweight bout at 112lbs, with both fighters looking to settle unfinished business. Rounding out the card will be a clash of Dallas rising prospects as Javier Guerrero (7-0, 5 KOs) takes on Aiden Anderson (4-3, 3 KOs).

MVPW on ESPN showcases the sport’s most elite fighters with championship bouts on every card and will always feature a main card composed entirely of female fighters, with an undercard including a mix of female and male bouts. The Arlington Sports Commission will serve as Host Partner for the event. Tickets are on sale now at AXS.com. All media interested in being credentialed for MVPW-07 must apply HERE.

Irma “La Torbellino” García is a professional boxer, attorney, police officer, and member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City. In the ring, she is both a former and current world champion, having previously won the WBA bantamweight world title at 118lbs and now holds the IBF super flyweight world title at 115lbs. She most recently defended her title successfully on MVPW-01 in London, England in April 2026.

Irma Garcia said: “Thank you to MVP for their trust and for making this tremendous opportunity possible. Pursuing the unification of the world titles represents a major challenge. We are working with discipline, dedication, and a hunger for victory, determined to come out on top. Opportunities are not something you wait for. You work for them, you fight for them, and you seize them. And we have no intention of letting this opportunity slip away. ¡VIVA MÉXICO!”

Nataly Estefany Delgado is a 31-year-old pro boxer from Santiago de Veraguas, Panama, Republic of Panama. She has faced top competition throughout her career, including bouts against now-undisputed world champion Gabriela Fundora, former world champions Clara Lescurat and Maribel Ramírez, and Johana Zúñiga for the WBA Fedelatin Championship. Delgado won the Interim WBA super flyweight world title at 115lbs in July 2025 and made two defenses before defeating then-champion Jasmine Artiga to win the WBA world title at MVPW-04 in June 2026.

Nataly Delgado said: “There’s a special meaning behind this next unification bout, and not just because I can be the first Panamanian female boxer to become a unified world champion. As the only Panamanian boxing world champion at this moment in time, it is, once again, an opportunity that comes once in a lifetime… And we’re preparing for it, accordingly. I have MVP and the Republic of Panama counting on me, and, God willing, I won’t disappoint.”

WBA #1 contender at 118lbs Brittany “Eagle Flex” Sims has engineered one of the most impressive turnarounds in women’s boxing, having transformed her career from a 1–3 start into a formidable 10–3 record, highlighted by her current nine-fight winning streak. A well-rounded athlete, Sims brings a diverse background in MMA and track and field, tools that have helped shape her explosiveness, conditioning, and ring IQ. She also dominated in the TCL league, where she put together an incredible 16-fight winning streak. During her rise, Sims captured the WBA Americas Continental title, the NABF title, and the WBA International title, positioning her as the WBA’s #1 contender and mandatory challenger for the world championship. Sims made her MVP promotional debut on MVPW-04 in June 2026 with a decisive win over Naomy Cardenas. She is trained by Lemuel Rodriguez and managed by Dave Dubinsky of DKO and fights out of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Brittany Sims said: “So many times I’ve been skipped over and told I had to wait. My journey has been difficult but I’m thankful for it. The lessons I’ve learned and experienced have been life changing, but they were nothing more than a catalyst. My future is waiting to be defined. This door God has opened is one that cannot be shut. I’ve been chosen, I’ve been anointed, I’ve been blessed, and I am ready.”

Shera Mae “Flying Hawaiian” Patricio is a professional boxer from Waianae, Hawaii. A boxer-puncher known for her combination of technical skill and power, Patricio began boxing in 2014. Her amateur accomplishments include 11 national championships, the 2023 Golden Gloves title, the 2024 Olympic Trials championship, an international gold medal and an international bronze medal. She also represented USA Boxing as a member of the Youth Team twice and the Elite Team four times. Since turning pro in 2024, Patricio has captured the WBA Continental, WBA Intercontinental, NABF and WBA Gold titles. Boxing is a family tradition for Patricio. Her father was a boxer, and she and her six younger siblings were all raised in the sport, with her siblings going on to achieve national and international championships. The oldest of seven, Patricio credits her family and faith with instilling the leadership, discipline and determination she brings to the ring. Patricio signed with Most Valuable Promotions ahead of her challenge for the vacant WBA regular bantamweight title, marking a pivotal moment for Patricio to continue developing her career, expand her impact in the sport, and turn years of hard work and sacrifice into lasting success.

Shera Mae Patricio said: “Arlington, Texas, I’m coming. I’m excited to step back in the ring as an MVP fighter on ESPN and chase another championship. The Flying Hawaiian is ready to take what’s mine and show the world why I’m on top.”

Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, co-founders of MVP said: “MVPW-07 in Arlington, Texas, is shaping up to be a massive night of boxing with four world championship fights as the main card and another title fight on the preliminary card. While we’re disappointed Ellie Scotney is unable to compete, we wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing her and Tiara Brown back in the ring soon. Ramla Ali now has the biggest opportunity of her professional career against an undefeated Mikiah Kreps, while Irma Garcia and Nataly Delgado will put their world titles on the line in another major unification bout. We’re also adding more MVP talent to the preliminary card, including Brittany Sims and newly signed Shera Mae Patricio competing for a world title, along with undefeated rising star Nat Dove returning for a highly anticipated rematch. Sunday, November 8 is loaded with high-stakes fights featuring some of the best talent in boxing, live on ESPN.”

Dallas native Fernando “El Capitan” Garcia made his professional boxing debut in 2015 while appearing on The Undercard, a boxing reality series that aired on CW33 and Telemundo. The first fighter taken under the wing of former unified world champion Errol Spence Jr., Garcia has competed on major boxing stages including AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, and Staples Center in Los Angeles, with appearances on Showtime and FOX Sports. Garcia currently trains at World Class Boxing Gym in Dallas under the leadership of acclaimed trainer Derrick James.

Fernando Garcia said: “We’re four weeks away. Come November 8, everything we’ve worked on in silence will become undeniable. Dallas is home, and I know my family, friends, and fans have been patiently waiting for this announcement. From AT&T Stadium to College Park Center in Arlington, Texas, I’m grateful to have the opportunity to fight at home, in front of the people who have supported my career. The show continues. November 8.”

Alexander Jonathan Castellano is a 5’8″ orthodox super bantamweight/bantamweight from the Buffalo/Tonawanda, New York area. A 2018 New York State Golden Gloves champion who turned pro in 2019 with durable decision wins over opponents including Frank Gonzalez, Dominique Griffin, and Miguel Angel Carrizo. The experienced campaigner is known for volume punching and resilience in the 118–122 lb range.

Alexander Castellano said: “I know that my opponent is tough and coming to put on a performance for his hometown crowd, but that’s not my concern. I’m only focused on proving what I already know and showing what I can do in the ring.”

Following her outstanding amateur career as a 15x US national champion, MVP’s Nat Dove has quickly emerged as one of women’s boxing’s most promising up-and-coming talents. The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania native first made waves on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects developmental series, competing at the 6th and 8th installments of the series. Dove scored her first knockout against Michel Novas in March 2025, continuing to develop her undefeated record. She defeated Randee Lynn Morales by TKO in August 2025 on the MVP Fight Night card and most recently defeated Perla Lomeli on MVP’s Jake vs. Joshua Judgment Day Showcase in December. She is managed by Bob Kane, lives in Atlanta, Georgia and trains out of Philadelphia. 

Nat Dove said: “I’m super excited to be back on another amazing MVPW card and can’t wait to showcase everything we’ve been working on. My first fight with Nayeli ended in a draw, and I know I wasn’t at my best that night. On Sunday, November 8, I’m bringing the best version of myself, and this time there won’t be any doubt about who won.”

The 25-year-old Nayeli Rodriguez made her pro debut in August 2024 in Chihuahua, Mexico, and competed in her first pro bout in the United States as part of MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 12 in May 2025. In the bout, she faced off with MVP’s Nat Dove, with the bout ending in a draw. The El Paso, Texas native now seeks a win as she meets Dove for a rematch on MVPW-07 in November 2026. 

Nayeli Rodriguez said: “I’m feeling good and excited to be back on Sunday, November 8th. We’re finally getting the rematch we wanted and I’m ready to secure the win this time. I’ve been focused and training hard for this fight and I’m just ready to get back in the ring.”

Javier Guerrero Cruz is an undefeated 6’0″ orthodox prospect from Dallas, Texas, fighting at lightweight to super welterweight. The Ring of Hope product, nicknamed “Pollo” by his father, turned pro in late 2024 and holds a perfect 7-0 record with multiple early TKOs, including stoppages of Linomar Rios, Francisco Rubio, and Ashton Royal. A sharp pressure fighter with strong amateur roots, he continues building momentum as a rising Texas talent.

Javier Guerrero said: “I am proud to be given the chance to fight on this MVP event. It is a big opportunity for me and my team and I’m truly grateful. It has been a long road for my team and me and I plan to just fulfill my dream of becoming a world champion and to give my family and team a better life.”

Aiden “Wake Em Up” Anderson is a rising professional boxer from Dallas, Texas, known for his explosive style, composure, and finishing power. Before turning pro, he built an impressive amateur résumé, becoming a Texas State Silver Gloves Champion and earning the #1 ranking in Texas in his division. In 2025, he made his professional debut at just 17 years old. Coached by his father, Julian Anderson, alongside Samuel Clarkson out of Skills Boxing Gym, Aiden continues to build his name as one of Dallas’ promising young fighters.

MVPW-07 is headlined by MVP and Dallas, Texas’ unified super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (18-1, 7 KOs), who will step up to 135lbs seeking to become a two-division world champion when she challenges MVP’s newest signee, Turkey’s undefeated IBF lightweight world champion, the “Golden Turkish Warrior” Elif Nur Turhan (14-0, 8 KOs), in a 10-round championship bout with three-minute rounds for the IBF lightweight world title. Also joining the main card, MVP’s and Australia’s reigning WBC super bantamweight world champion at 122lbs, two-division champion, and 2020 Olympian Skye Nicolson (16-1, 3 KOs) will make her highly anticipated MVP debut in a 10-round title defense against Japan’s three-time, two-division world champion Miyo Yoshida (19-5, 1 KO).

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions, or on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions.

About Most Valuable Promotions

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) is a global combat sports and entertainment company built for the next generation of athletes and fans. The company operates across boxing, mixed martial arts, live events, media, content, athlete development, and global distribution, with a fighter-first philosophy centered on equitable compensation, maximum visibility, and long-term brand building.

Led by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, MVP promotes some of the world’s biggest combat sports events and represents a roster of nearly 400 elite athletes, including world champions, titleholders, contenders, and emerging stars. MVP’s portfolio includes MVP, MVPW, and MVP MMA, bringing together premier boxing and mixed martial arts properties under one global brand.

Through partnerships with leading media and distribution platforms including Netflix, ESPN, Sky Sports, and an extensive international network reaching fans across more than 170 countries, MVP delivers world-class competition and entertainment to audiences worldwide. By combining elite athletes, premium live events, compelling storytelling, and global media reach, MVP is building the future of combat sports.

About ESPN

ESPN offers its full suite of networks and services directly to fans on the ESPN App, providing more choice, flexibility and access to all of ESPN, including more than 47,000 live events per year, on-demand replays, industry-leading studio shows and original programming, and more. The ESPN App gives fans a unique viewing experience that includes multiview and synchronized two-screen viewing options, swipe-able vertical video and a personalized SportsCenter For You, as well as integrated game stats, ESPN Fantasy sports, betting odds and information from DraftKings, sports merchandise, and more. These features are available to all fans who watch on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, whether they subscribe directly or through a pay TV package. Bundling options available for fans include a limited time offer for the ESPN DTC Unlimited plan with Disney+ and Hulu for $29.99/month for the first 12 months. For more visit stream.espn.com.

About the Arlington Sports Commission 

As a division of the Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Arlington Sports Commission recruits and supports high-impact youth, amateur, collegiate, professional and international sporting events to Arlington, driving economic impact and reinforcing the city’s status as one of the nation’s premier sports destinations. With world-class stadiums, professional sports teams, strong local connections and a team that knows how to make big events happen, Arlington delivers unforgettable sports experiences at every level. To learn more, visit arlingtonsportscommission.org.

About College Park Center

College Park Center (CPC) is a 7,000-seat multipurpose arena which opened in 2012 on the campus of the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). It is the home court for the Dallas Wings of the WNBA, the UTA basketball and volleyball programs, and offers professional class training facilities. In addition, CPC is host to concerts, professional wrestling and boxing, world-renowned speaker events, graduation ceremonies, banquets, various local education events and more, in total averaging over 140 events per year.

CARDIFF, WALES (October 12, 2026) – Welsh boxing superstar Lauren Price MBE will return to home soil to defend her Unified World Welterweight Titles against Michaela Kotaskova on Friday, November 20, as BOXXER brings another blockbuster night of boxing to the Utilita Arena in Cardiff, live and free-to-air on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

Price made history in May 2024 when she became Wales’ first female boxing world champion, defeating former undisputed champion Jessica McCaskill to claim the WBA and IBO World Welterweight Titles in Cardiff.

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medallist further cemented her place among the sport’s elite in March 2025, adding the IBF and WBC World Welterweight Titles to her collection with a historic victory over Natasha Jonas at London’s Royal Albert Hall.

Price returns to action following a hard-fought victory over mandatory challenger Stephanie Piñeiro Aquino in April and will now look to deliver another memorable performance in front of her home fans as she puts her world titles on the line once again.

Attempting to spoil the party is top Czech contender Michaela Kotaskova, the current WBF titleholder, who has suffered just one defeat in her 15-fight professional career.

Her sole loss came on points against current unified world champion Chantelle Cameron when the pair met for the vacant WBO World Super Welterweight Title in April this year.

Kotaskova now returns to her natural weight of welterweight, where she remains undefeated, determined to upset the Welsh superstar and claim the biggest victory of her career.

Lauren Price MBE said: “There’s nothing better than fighting at home in Wales. The atmosphere in Cardiff is always incredible and I can’t wait to walk out in front of my home fans again.

“I’ve worked incredibly hard to get to this position and I’m not giving anything up. Kotaskova is a tough, experienced opponent who has competed at world level, but I believe I’m the best welterweight on the planet and on November 20 I’m going to show it. I want to put on a big performance and give everyone in Wales another night to remember.”

Michaela Kotaskova said: “I have a lot of respect for Lauren and everything she has achieved, but I am coming to Cardiff to take her titles. 

“I have already shown that I can compete with the best fighters in the world. Welterweight is my natural division, I am undefeated at this weight and I believe this is my moment. I know I will be walking into an arena full of Lauren’s fans, but that only gives me more motivation. I am ready to make history on November 20.”

BOXXER Founder & CEO Ben Shalom said: “Lauren Price is one of the biggest names in British boxing and there is something special about seeing her fight at home in Wales. She has already created some incredible moments in Cardiff and we’re delighted to bring her back for another major world title night, live and free-to-air on the BBC.

“Kotaskova is a good fighter and will provide a tough test but Lauren has huge ambitions, and she knows she has to keep winning and keep producing big performances to secure her legacy. We’re expecting another special night in Cardiff on November 20.”

Graham Davies, Managing Editor for Sport at BBC Cymru Wales, said: “Lauren Price is one of the standout stars of British boxing and we’re delighted to bring her return to Cardiff to audiences across the UK.

“Lauren’s journey from Olympic champion to unified world champion has been remarkable, and this latest title defence promises to be another exciting chapter. Bringing world-class boxing live and free-to-air on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer gives fans everywhere the opportunity to follow that journey and enjoy another huge night of boxing from Cardiff.”

Welsh standout Rhys Edwards leads an action-packed undercard as the Penygraig boxer faces Scotland’s former British, Commonwealth and European champion Lee McGregor in a mouth-watering Home Nations showdown for the WBA Continental Featherweight Title, while Cardiff’s unbeaten middleweight Kyran Jones will face tough opposition from Liverpool’s Sean Arkwright.

This event is presented in association with BOXXER’s official partners viagogo, BHG, That Prize Guy, Riyadh Season, Champion, IFX Payments and Betfred. 

Sign up now for pre-sale tickets at BOXXER.com 

HUNTINGTON, NY (October 12, 2026) — Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing delivered another exciting night of professional boxing on Saturday, October 10, as Rockin’ Fights 55 brought explosive knockouts, hard-fought decisions and memorable moments to The Paramount in Huntington, New York.

From rising prospects making statements to hometown favorites thrilling the Long Island crowd, the 55th installment of the acclaimed Rockin’ Fights series showcased the excitement and tradition that have made The Paramount one of New York’s premier boxing destinations.

THE SCIENTIST STAYS PERFECT!

In the hotly contested main event, undefeated FDNY firefighter Raymond “The Scientist” Cuadrado (9-0, 3 KOs) of Ridgewood, Queens, earned a hard-fought unanimous-decision win over Efstathios “The Greek God” Antonas (13-4-2, 4 KOs).

The old-school New York borough showdown drew passionate supporters from Ridgewood and Astoria as Cuadrado faced a seasoned Greek contender with national championship and European title experience.

Cuadrado rose to the challenge, kept his undefeated professional record intact, and took another important step forward in his boxing career.

Nine fights. Nine victories. The Scientist remains undefeated!

RALPH CLEMENTE BRINGS THE POWER!

Huntington’s own Ralph Clemente electrified his hometown crowd with another spectacular performance, knocking out Brooklyn’s Kamron Humphrey in the first round.

Known as Long Island’s knockout artist, Clemente improved to a perfect 6-0 with 6 knockouts, continuing his remarkable streak of finishing every professional opponent.

With his hometown supporters cheering him on, Clemente once again demonstrated why he is one of Long Island’s most exciting rising boxing prospects.

Six fights. Six knockouts. All power!

LOU MAIETTA EARNS UNANIMOUS DECISION

FDNY firefighter Lou Maietta secured an impressive and convincing unanimous decision over Eduardo “Demoledor” Monrreal. The scores were 60-54 by all three judges.

?RA-LEEK BORN DELIVERS FIRST-ROUND TKO

Undefeated prospect Ra-Leek Born continued his impressive start in professional boxing, scoring a first-round technical knockout over Markus Bowes to move to 5-0 with five knockouts.

YOUSAF ZAZAI SCORES SECOND-ROUND STOPPAGE

Yousaf Zazai opened the night’s action with a technical knockout victory over professional debutant Robbie Cutler at 2:45 of the second round, improving to 2-0 with two knockouts.

Watch a replay of all the fights on StarBoxing.TV

A CHAMPIONSHIP HONOR FOR AMERICA’S TENOR

The night also featured a special celebration recognizing Christopher Macchio, “America’s Tenor,” for his years of dedication and memorable performances at Star Boxing events.

Macchio received a special commemorative championship belt honoring his longstanding relationship with the Star Boxing family and his contributions to the atmosphere and tradition of Rockin’ Fights.

As his international profile continues to rise, Joe DeGuardia was proud to recognize a performer who has been part of so many unforgettable nights in Huntington. Thank you, Christopher! We are proud to see your star shining bright!

THANK YOU, LONG ISLAND!

From the first bell to the final decision, Rockin’ Fights 55 was another memorable chapter in Star Boxing’s longstanding commitment to delivering professional boxing on Long Island.

Joe DeGuardia and the entire Star Boxing team thank the fighters, trainers, officials, sponsors, partners, The Paramount staff and the passionate boxing fans who continue to support the Rockin’ Fights series.

ROCKIN’ FIGHTS — WHERE THE NEXT STARS ARE BORN!

Follow Star Boxing for fight highlights, photos, interviews and announcements about upcoming events. Tickets for RF56 will be announced soon. Email Info@StarBoxing.com to reserve your tickets before they go on sale to the public.

Missed the action? Visit StarBoxing.tv for broadcast information and StarBoxing.com for the latest news and updates.

KANSAS CITY, KS (October 11, 2026) — BiYu Promotions delivered an action-packed night of professional boxing on Saturday, October 10, 2026, as the “Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational” took center stage at historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas.

The action was broadcast live on CombatVisionTV, with the event replay available on the platform.

In the eight-round main event, undefeated Treavon Craycraft (10-0-1, 3 KOs) scored the biggest victory of his professional career, defeating Nico Ali Walsh (12-3-1, 5 KOs) by unanimous decision. Ali Walsh, the grandson of legendary heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, entered Memorial Hall looking to get back into the win column, but Craycraft had other plans.

The undefeated fighter rose to the occasion over eight rounds, using the opportunity to establish himself against the most recognizable opponent of his young career. Craycraft maintained his composure under the main-event spotlight and did enough throughout the contest to earn the judges’ decision. Scorecards read 78-74, 77-75 twice all in favor of Craycraft.

For Craycraft, defeating Ali Walsh on a nationally and internationally accessible broadcast provided the type of breakthrough opportunity young fighters work toward, and he capitalized when it arrived.

The 8-round co-main event produced one of the evening’s most impressive performances as Baltimore’s undefeated bantamweight contender Dominique Crowder (20-0, 12 KOs) captured the NABA Silver Bantamweight Title with a devastating second-round knockout of Filipino contender Jayson Mama (21-5-1, 10 KOs).

Crowder entered the bout ranked No. 12 by the IBF and looking to prove he was ready to take another significant step toward the upper tier of the bantamweight division. He did exactly that.

Rather than allowing the experienced Mama to settle into the fight, Crowder imposed himself early and ended matters in the second round, becoming the new NABA Silver champion.

The victory adds a championship belt to Crowder’s undefeated résumé and gives the Baltimore contender additional momentum as he pursues bigger fights and an eventual opportunity at a world championship.

It was also a memorable night for Olathe, Kansas brothers Jorge Carlos and Izak Carlos, who both delivered knockout victories in front of their hometown supporters.

In a scheduled 10-round super lightweight contest, Jorge Carlos scored a second-round knockout over experienced Paraguayan Carlos Manuel Portillo (23-11, 17 KOs).

Carlos wasted little time taking control of the fight and finished Portillo in the second round. The victory kept Carlos’ perfect professional record intact at (14-0, 12 KOs)

His brother Izak Carlos needed even less time. Competing at super featherweight, Izak stopped Colombia’s experienced Deivi Julio (29-19, 18 KOs) by first-round knockout.

The victory improved Izak to (9-0, 7KOs), completing a perfect night for the Carlos family as both brothers scored emphatic stoppages close to their Olathe hometown.

Highly decorated Hawaiian amateur standout Azariah Cottrell made an impressive transition into traditional professional boxing, scoring a second-round knockout over veteran Karla Valenzuela Garcia (3-42-3, 1 KO) in their four-round lightweight bout.

Despite making her official professional debut against an opponent with more than 45 professional fights, Cottrell looked comfortable under the lights and ended the contest in the second round. The victory gives Cottrell a (1-0, 1 KO) and officially begins the professional chapter of a boxing journey that started when she was a child in Hawaii.

Unbeaten Eric Valencia (8-0, 7 KOs) continued his knockout streak with a first-round KO of Martin Diaz (18-25-2, 8 KOs) in their six-round super lightweight contest.

Valencia entered the fight having stopped six of his first seven professional opponents and once again demonstrated his finishing ability, ending the fight before the opening round concluded.

Middleweight Jamar Pemberton added another stoppage victory to his résumé, knocking out Edwin Gamboa (13-14-2, 6 KOs) after he couldn’t return for the sixth round. The 5th round victory improved Pemberton’s professional record to (11-1, 6 KOs)

In super middleweight action, Shomari Wilson remained undefeated with a unanimous decision over veteran Kynndale Prather. Wilson controlled the four-round contest and earned a 40-36 score, moving his professional record to (2-0, 1 KO).

Super lightweight Alan Panduro Angulo improved to (7-0, 4 KOs) following a six-round unanimous decision victory over Nasser Matrane. Angulo went the distance and earned the judges’ decision to keep his undefeated professional record intact.

Ryan Maine (10-0, 7 KOs) added another victory to his undefeated record with a seventh-round technical knockout of David Lobo Ramirez (20-8, 15 KOs). The scheduled eight-round contest provided Maine with valuable rounds against an experienced opponent before he ultimately forced the stoppage in round seven.

The Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational continued BiYu Promotions’ commitment to providing opportunities for developing fighters while bringing professional and amateur boxing together under one roof.

From Craycraft’s breakthrough main-event victory to Crowder’s championship performance, the Carlos brothers’ hometown knockouts and Cottrell’s successful professional debut, Memorial Hall provided the setting for a night filled with significant career moments. Fans who missed the live action can watch the Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational replay on CombatVisionTV.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA (OCTOBER 10, 2026) – BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, the world’s largest professional bare knuckle boxing organization, today announced a blockbuster main event for BKB 62 on Saturday, December 5, as former world champions Victor “Vicious” Ortiz and Paulie “Magic Man” Malignaggi square off inside the Trigon inside The Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.

A dream matchup that many felt should have happened during their time as world champions in boxing, Ortiz and Malignaggi will finally meet, but this time with the gloves off, as they go head-to-head inside the Trigon. Tickets go on sale October 12 at bkbbareknuckle.com/bkb62.

“We’re going to the Orpheum. It’s a 100-year old theater in downtown LA. It’s going to house BKB in a big way, with Paulie Malignaggi fighting Victor Ortiz. One hell of a fight, should’ve happened years ago in traditional boxing. We’re bringing it to the fans that made LA as special as it was in a really big way,”said BKB CEO David Tetreault. 

A former WBC Welterweight World Champion who once ranked among the division’s elite, Ortiz (1-0, 0 KO) compiled a 33-7-3 professional boxing record, with 25 victories by knockout. Throughout his career, he shared the ring with some of the sport’s biggest names, including Floyd Mayweather Jr., Andre Berto, Marcos Maidana and Robert Guerrero. Ortiz was triumphant in his bare knuckle boxing debut, beating Dominick Salcido by unanimous decision at BKB 56 in Los Angeles.

“I’ve been in some of the biggest fights of my career, and now I’m ready for a completely different challenge in the Trigon. Paulie is a former world champion with a lot of experience, but this is bare knuckle boxing and I’m coming in prepared to fight. I’m excited to give the fans a great show and show everyone what Vicious Ortiz is all about,”said Victor Ortiz.

Malignaggi (1-2, 0 KOs), meanwhile, brings more than a decade of professional boxing experience into the Trigon. The former two-division world champion compiled a 38-8 professional record, including seven victories by knockout, and faced elite competition such as Danny Garcia, Shawn Porter, Zab Judah, Adrien Broner, Amir Khan and the late Ricky Hatton. He has also tested himself against some of bare knuckle boxing’s top competitors, most recently challenging Rolando Dy for the BKB Super Welterweight World Championship.

“Myself and Victor was a fight that was constantly talked about, about 20 years ago, 15 years ago. We were both world champions around the same time, we were among the big names in professional boxing. It didn’t happen then, it almost happened a couple of times, it didn’t happen, and sure enough, life comes full circle. Be ready, Vic. December 5th, I’m coming to your hometown, and I’m taking you out.” said Paulie Malignaggi.

BKB 62 marks the organization’s return to Los Angeles and serves as the penultimate event in a landmark 2026 campaign for BKB.

Additional event details, ticket information and bouts, will be announced soon.

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Floyd Schofield won the WBA Lightweight title with a 12-round unanimous decision over Lucas Bahdi at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago.

In round three, Schofield landed a shortl right hook that that staggered Bahdi into the ropes that was ruled a knockdown.

In round eight, Bahdi was swelling under his right eye. In round 10, Bahdi landed a right to the head that put Schofield on the canvas.

Schofield, 135 lbs of Austin, TX won by scores of 119-108, 116-111 and 115-111 and is now 20-0. Bahdi, 134 lbs of Ontario, CAN is 20-1.

“I knew Bahdi was tough, I knew it was going to be a hard fight” said Schofield.”

“He’s never been knocked down in his career, he’s fought powerful punchers.”

“I didn’t expect him to have as much power as he did.”

“I was kinda sleeping on his power so he caught me – once he caught me I wanted to get it back, but I thought to myself what was more important… showing I have an ego or going for the World Title”

“I had to listen to my dad and buckle up.”

Mendoza Shocks, Stops Sandoval, wins Flyweights Titles

Late-replacement, Sergio Mendoza won the WBA/WBC Flyweight titles with a fifth round stoppage over Ricardo Sandoval

In round two, Mendoza dropped Sandoval with a right to the top of the head. Later in round, Mendoza landed a crushing uppercut to the chin. In round five, Mendoza landed a hard left hand that put Sandoval down again. Sandoval got up but was staggered by a hard flurry and the bout was stopped.

Mendoza, 111.4 lbs of Hermosillo, MEX is 28-1 with 24 knockouts. Sandoval, 111.6 lbs of Rialto, CA is 27-3.

Sandoval was supposed to fight two-division champion Oscar Collazo before he had to pull out due to injury.

“The difference tonight was being at my natural weight of 112 and having a great training camp – we trained so hard and it paid off, said Mendoza.”

“I wasn’t concerned about a comeback by Sandoval, he was badly hurt after the two knockdowns and it was just a matter of time.”

“I loved fighting here in Chicago in front of so many Mexican fans, it made me feel like I was fighting at home.”

Harvey Knocks Out Castaneda in 3

Jahmal Harvey knocked out Pedro Castaneda in round three of their eight-round lightweight bout.

In round three, Harrbey knocked down Castaneda with a straight left hand to the jaw and the fight was over at 58 seconds.

Harvey, 134.2 lbs of Oxon Hill, MD is now 5-0 with four knockouts. Castaneda, 135 lbs of Ciudad Juarez, MEX is now 9-2-1.

“The body attack tonight was efficient and gave me the ability to control the action and the pace,” said Harvey.

“I threw him off with the knockout punch, he was trying to counter punch me.”

“I love fighting in the pros, much easier to get knockouts.”

“It was great to fight here in Chicago; the atmosphere and support was terrific. Gotta fight at home in Maryland soon, they’re all waiting for me.”

Rivera Decisions Perfecto

Jan Paul Rivera remained undefeated with a 10-round unanimous decision over Abraham Perfecto in a junior lightweight bout,

In round two, Rivera landed a nice lft hook to the head that put Perfecto on the canvas

In round nine, Rivera was deducted a point for a low blow.

Rivera landed 198 of 480 punches. Perfecto was 102 of 435.

Rivera, 130.2 lbs of Salinas, PR won by scores of 99-89 on all scores and is now 17-0, Perfecto, 130.4 lbs of Tecate, MEX is 14-3.

Grant Flores remained undefeated with a second round stoppage over Mikey Dahlman in a junior middleweight.

In round two., Flores landed a body shot that put Dahlman down. Flores then punished Dahlman on the ropes with a mixture of lefts to the body and head and the fight was stopped at 1:48.

Flores, 153.6 lbs of Coachella, CA is now 14-0 with 10 knockouts, Dahlman, 153.8 lbs of Chicago is 19-3.

Thermal, Calif.’s undefeated Grant Flores (14-0, 10 KOs) earned a second round TKO of Chicago’s Mikey Dahlman (19-3, 17 KOs)

“What we worked on in the gym worked in the fight, especially going to the body for the knockdown in the second round, said Grant Flores.”

“It’s important I use my length, the punches that land at the end hurt the most.”

“This is my second fight with Robert Garcia and I can really tell the difference, I’m much more cool, calm and collected. I get the best sparring at RGBA.”

“I had a fight get cancelled in June due to my appendix, but now I’m ready to fight often, hopefully once more this year.”

Naomy Valle won a eight-round unanimous decision over Sheyla Moreno in a minimumweight fight.

In round eight, Valle was deducted a point for holding.

Valle, 104.6 lbs of San Jose, CR won by scores of 79-72, 78-73 and 78-72 and is now 16-1. Moreno, 1-4.6 lbs of Mexico City is 5-2-1/

CHICAGO (Oct. 9, 2026) — Golden Boy Promotions and Most Valuable Promotions hosted the fight week weigh-in today at Wind Creek Chicago Southland ahead of the scheduled WBA Lightweight World Championship showdown between undefeated lightweight contenders Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield III (19-0, 13 KOs) and “Prince” Lucas Bahdi (20-0, 15 KOs). The 12-round main event takes place Saturday, October 10, live worldwide on DAZN from Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The event is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).

Fighters on the main and preliminary cards participated in the weigh-in, including co-main event fighters Rialto, California’s unified WBA and WBC champion Ricardo Sandoval (27-2, 18 KOs) and Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico’s Sergio Mendoza (27-1, 23 KOs). Additional DAZN main card fighters included Oxon Hill, Maryland’s Jahmal Harvey (4-0, 3 KOs), Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico’s Pedro Castañeda (9-1-1, 5 KOs), Salinas, Puerto Rico’s Jan Paul Rivera (16-0, 7 KOs), and Tecate, Baja California, Mexico’s Abraham Perfecto (14-2, 9 KOs). 

From the preliminary card, which will stream live on the Golden Boy YouTube channel and sponsored by Scotch Porter North Las Vegas, Nevada’s Tristan Kalkreuth (17-1, 12 KOs), San Juan, Puerto Rico’s Ivan Rosado (12-0, 9 KOs), Waianae, Hawaii’s Asa Stevens (7-0-1, 2 KOs), Crete, Illinois’ Cristian Williams (14-0, 8 KOs), Houston, Texas’ Joshua Edwards (7-0, 6 KOs), Detroit, Michigan’s Craig Lewis (15-9-1, 8 KOs), Coachella, California’s Grant Flores (13-0, 9 KOs), Lowell, Indiana’s Mikey Dahlman (19-2, 17 KOs), San José, Costa Rica’s Naomy Valle (15-1, 9 KOs), and Mexico City, Mexico’s Sheyla Moreno (5-1-1, 1 KO) also weighed in. 

For additional details on the final weights, please refer to the bout sheet below.

MAIN CARD

WBA Lightweight World Championship – 12 Rounds
Floyd Schofield vs. Lucas Bahdi 

19-0, 13 KOs | 20-0, 15 KOs

Austin, Texas | Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

135 lbs. | 134 lbs.

WBA/WBC Flyweight World Titles – 12 Rounds
Ricardo Sandoval vs. Sergio Mendoza
27-2, 18 KOs | 27-1, 23 KOs
Rialto, California | Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
111.6 lbs. | 111.4 lbs.

Lightweight Bout – 8 Rounds
Jahmal Harvey vs. Pedro Castañeda
4-0, 3 KOs | 9-1-1, 5 KOs
Oxon Hill, Maryland | Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico
134.2 lbs. | 135 lbs.

Lightweight Bout – 10 Rounds
Jan Paul Rivera vs. Abraham Perfecto
16-0, 7 KOs | 14-2, 9 KOs
Salinas, Puerto Rico | Tecate, Baja California, Mexico
130.2 lbs. | 131.4 lbs.

PRELIMINARY CARD

Cruiserweight Bout – 10 Rounds
Tristan Kalkreuth vs. Ivan Rosado
17-1, 12 KOs | 12-0, 9 KOs
North Las Vegas, Nevada | San Juan, Puerto Rico
199.2 lbs. | 194.6 lbs.

Super Featherweight Bout – 8 Rounds
Asa Stevens vs. Cristian Williams
7-0-1, 2 KOs | 14-0, 8 KOs
Waianae, Hawaii | Crete, Illinois
127.8 lbs. | 125.6 lbs.

Heavyweight Bout – 8 Rounds
Joshua Edwards vs. Craig Lewis
7-0, 6 KOs | 15-9-1, 8 KOs
Houston, Texas | Detroit, Michigan
235.8 lbs. | 273 lbs.

Super Welterweight Bout – 10 Rounds
Grant Flores vs. Mikey Dahlman
13-0, 9 KOs | 19-2, 17 KOs
Coachella, California | Lowell, Indiana
153.6 lbs. | 153.8 lbs.

Minimumweight Bout – 8 Rounds
Naomy Valle vs. Sheyla Moreno
15-1, 9 KOs | 5-1-1, 1 KO
San José, Costa Rica | Mexico City, Mexico
104.6 lbs. | 104.6 lbs.

Schofield III vs. Bahdi is a 12-round fight for the WBA Lightweight World Championship presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

Schofield vs. Bahdi is on sale and is priced at $300, $200, $125, $75 and $30 not including applicable service charges. Tickets for purchase will be available at Ticketmaster.com or GoldenBoy.com.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. 

About Most Valuable Promotions

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) is a global combat sports and entertainment company built for the next generation of athletes and fans. The company operates across boxing, mixed martial arts, live events, media, content, athlete development, and global distribution, with a fighter-first philosophy centered on equitable compensation, maximum visibility, and long-term brand building.

Led by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, MVP promotes some of the world’s biggest combat sports events and represents a roster of nearly 400 elite athletes, including world champions, titleholders, contenders, and emerging stars. MVP’s portfolio includes MVP, MVPW, and MVP MMA, bringing together premier boxing and mixed martial arts properties under one global brand.

Through partnerships with leading media and distribution platforms including Netflix, ESPN, Sky Sports, and an extensive international network reaching fans across more than 170 countries, MVP delivers world-class competition and entertainment to audiences worldwide. By combining elite athletes, premium live events, compelling storytelling, and global media reach, MVP is building the future of combat sports.

INDIO, Calif. (October 9, 2026) — Undefeated knockout artist Amari “The Reaper” Jones (17-0, 15 KOs) of Oakland will once again headline on DAZN when he takes on South Carolina’s rugged DeAundre “Dixianimal” Pettus (14-4, 7 KOs). The 12-round middleweight clash is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 20 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino and will stream worldwide on DAZN.

In the co-main event, Coachella Valley’s Undisputed WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF Flyweight World Champion and Ring Magazine Champion Gabriela “Sweet Poison” Fundora (18-0, 10 KOs) will defend her titles against Poland’s Jasmina Zapotoczna (10-1). The 10-round championship fight is presented in co-promotion with Sampson Boxing.

“I’m closer than ever to a world title and anything in my way is getting rolled over!” said Amari Jones. “I don’t bring fear, I bring the end!”

“Fighting on DAZN in Southern California is a tremendous opportunity, and I’m looking forward to showing everyone what I can do on this stage,” said DeAundre Pettus. “I’m thankful to Golden Boy Promotions, my manager Von Wilson, and my coach Charles Jones for their support and belief in me. I’ve put in the work, and I’m ready to deliver a great performance.”

“Amari Jones is next in line for a world title and is chasing greatness. Anyone with a world title in the middleweight division – beware!” said Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions Oscar De La Hoya. “Having Gabriela Fundora defend her undisputed championship in her own backyard makes this night even more special. Gabriela is one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in women’s boxing, and the Coachella Valley has watched her grow from a young prospect into an undisputed world champion. We’re closing out the year at Fantasy Springs with two of Golden Boy’s brightest stars, and I expect fireworks from start to finish.”

“It’s ring time again, and I’m ecstatic to be closing out the year on November 20th at the Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, CA, the only way I know how, with a stellar performance,” said Gabriela Fundora. “Courtesy of THE Sweet Poison Gabriela Fundora!!!”

“This really is a dream come true. I’ve put a lifetime of work into reaching this moment, and after winning European and international titles, the goal was always to fight for a world title,” said Jasmina Zapotoczna. “I’m incredibly proud and excited that the opportunity comes against Gabriela Fundora. She’s a fantastic champion and someone I have a huge amount of respect for, both for what she’s achieved in the ring and the way she carries herself outside of it.”

Ticket information will be announced in the coming days. Media may apply for credentials at https://www.goldenboy.com/press-credentials/. The deadline to apply is Monday, November 16.

Amari “The Reaper” Jones is steadily putting the middleweight division on notice. On May 22, the undefeated Oakland native headlined at SAP Center in San Jose against former world champion Vincenzo Gualtieri in the biggest test of his career, an IBF title eliminator that catapulted him into legitimate world title contention. Jones made it look effortless, dropping Gualtieri twice in the third round before the former champion was unable to continue after the second knockdown. Once again, Jones proved there’s nowhere to hide when “The Reaper” is on the hunt.

Jones’ rise accelerated in June 2025 when he signed with Golden Boy Promotions, a pivotal move that elevated his profile and expanded his opportunities on the global stage. He wasted no time making an impression in his Golden Boy debut, scoring a third-round knockout over Shady Gamhour at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on the undercard of Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin in November 2025. Jones followed that performance with another statement victory, stopping Luis Arias after Arias declined to continue following the third round of their scheduled 10-round bout on the Mario Barrios vs. Ryan Garcia pay-per-view card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The performance further cemented Jones’ growing reputation as one of the division’s most dangerous finishers.

Since turning professional in April 2021, Jones has compiled an undefeated 17-0 record with 15 knockouts, showcasing his talent across the United States, Australia, Mexico and Equatorial Guinea. His ability to seamlessly switch between orthodox and southpaw stances adds another dimension to his game, making him a difficult puzzle for opponents to solve. Before entering the professional ranks, Jones built a strong amateur foundation, capturing multiple national titles while consistently testing himself against elite competition. Now training under respected coach Virgil Hunter, Jones continues to sharpen his craft as he climbs the rankings, currently sitting No. 4 with the IBF, No. 14 with the WBC and No. 7 with Ring Magazine.

Middleweight contender DeAundre “Dixianimal” Pettus of West Columbia, South Carolina, is a tricky and durable opponent for anyone. With a professional record of 14-4 (7 KOs), Pettus has never been knocked out or touched the canvas. In January 2025, Pettus went the distance with Golden Boy contender Jordan Panthen, losing by unanimous decision but proving his durability against top-level competition and refusing to back down. A former football player, Pettus found his way to boxing after high school, inspired by learning that his late father had been a boxer. He carried his natural athleticism into the ring and has since built a reputation for toughness and non-stop pressure.

Gabriela Fundora continues to reign over the lower weight divisions, where her “sweetness” in the ring is deadly poison for anyone who stands across from her! In her latest outing, Fundora dominated WBA mandatory challenger Viviana Ruiz, scoring a sixth-round knockout. After controlling the fight throughout, she dropped Ruiz in the fifth and forced a stoppage in the sixth as referee Ray Corona stepped in. Prior to that, she scored a seventh-round knockout of Canada’s Alexas Kubicki at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, a commanding defense of her undisputed titles that highlighted her reach, power and technical skill.

Fundora made history in November 2024, becoming an undisputed champion after a dominant performance against Gabriela Alaniz. She first captured a world title in October 2023, knocking out Arely Mucino in the fifth round to claim the IBF flyweight crown. With an undefeated record of 18-0 (10 KOs), she is cementing her place as a leader in women’s boxing. Raised in a boxing family, Fundora trains alongside her brother Sebastian Fundora under the guidance of her father, Freddy Fundora. She honed her craft at the Olympic Training Center as an amateur, winning the 2017 National Championship, and set her sights on becoming a world champion from an early age. Making her professional debut in May 2021, Fundora quickly earned a reputation for her combination of size, athleticism and technical prowess.

European Flyweight Champion Jasmina Zapotoczna, originally from Poland and now based in Wakefield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom, has quickly established herself as a force in the flyweight division. She captured the European title by defeating Chloe Watson and has successfully defended it once against Justine Lallemand. Zapotoczna also claimed the WBA International Flyweight title in July 2024, defeating Maisey Rose Courtney by unanimous decision. With a professional record of 10-1 (0 KOs), she has yet to be knocked out or put on the canvas. Before boxing, Zapotoczna spent 10 years pursuing her passion for jazz and soul singing. At 20, she completely changed course and committed herself to boxing, with her sights set on the sport’s biggest stages from the moment she stepped into the ring.

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Jones vs. Pettus is a 12-round fight presented by Golden Boy Promotions. The fight is scheduled for Friday, November 20 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif. and will be streamed live worldwide on DAZN.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing.

World Title hopeful Conah Walker will be welcomed home to Wolverhampton, as he faces dangerous American southpaw Alexis Rocha to The Halls in a thriller before Christmas on Saturday, December 5 – live worldwide on DAZN.

Walker (18-3-1, 9 KOs) most recently produced a 10th round stoppage against Sam Eggington in a Fight of The Year contender in May and established himself as one of Britain’s most exciting fighters.

The Jamie Moore-trained Welterweight, 31, has enjoyed a remarkable rise over the past two years – beating the likes of Pat McCormack, Liam Taylor, Harry Scarff and Lewis Ritson – and is riding a five-fight winning streak, with four of those victories coming inside the distance.

Now ranked No.3 by the WBA, former British & Commonwealth Champion Walker is closing in on his dream of challenging for the top prize in the 147lbs division, but ‘The Wolf’ knows he must first dispatch a game Rocha in this WBA eliminator.

Walker said: “I’m back headlining in Wolverhampton in front my people. They aren’t fans, they are friends and family and I’ll give them another night to remember. From the first bell you know what I bring and this fight won’t be any different. I want to do a right job on Rocha.”

“I’m enjoying every minute of my career and a big win on December 5 puts me one step closer to winning a World Title. Let’s have it!”

Despite the strong home support against him, Golden Boy fighter Rocha insists he is “excited” by the prospect of facing Walker in his backyard.

“First, I want to thank Eric Gomez for this opportunity and for the continued support from him and the entire Golden Boy Promotions team,” said Rocha.

“I also want to thank my management team, Abraham Perez, my coach Hector Lopez and the rest of my coaching staff for everything they do for me. 

“I’m excited to travel to the UK, compete in front of the fans and put on a great show. I’m ready to get to work and give everyone a great fight.”

Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn believes Walker is ready to compete at the top, but warns he must get the job done against Rocha first.

“It really is shaping up to be a December to remember for fight fans,”said Hearn.

“This event kickstarts an incredible run of fights over the festive period, with AJ versus Fury to follow just days later, before our annual Monte-Carlo extravaganza.

“The Halls will be absolutely rocking. And I am confident the Wolf will tee up what promises to be an exciting 2027.”

Californian contender Rocha, 29, boasts a record of 27-2-1 (16 KOs). On a strong run of results himself, Rocha defeated former World Champion Joseph Diaz by unanimous decision in March, before adding another former World Champion to his record with a unanimous decision victory over José Ramírez in September.

And Golden Boy Promotions chief Oscar De La Hoya believes Rocha will be ready to spoil Walker’s party. 

“Alexis Rocha showed tremendous heart and grit in his last fight against Jose Ramirez, and that kind of performance proves he belongs in the mix with the best fighters in the welterweight division,” said Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions De La Hoya. 

“Conah Walker is a tough, come-forward fighter, and with Alexis heading into his backyard in the UK, I expect an all-action fight.”

HUNTINGTON, NY (October 9, 2026) — Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing announces the following official weigh-in results ahead of Rockin’ Fights 55, taking place tomorrow night, Saturday, October 10, at The Paramount in Huntington, NY.

Neighborhood pride, unbeaten records, and hometown bragging rights will be on the line as an exciting lineup steps into the ring for another memorable night of boxing!

OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN RESULTS?

Raymond Cuadrado (138.2 lbs) vs. Efstathios Antonas (139.2 lbs)

Ralph Clemente (168.8 lbs) vs. Kamron Humphrey (168.2 lbs)

Louis Maietta (175.6 lbs) vs. Eduardo Monrreal (172.4 lbs)

Ra-Leek Born (144.6 lbs) vs. Markus Bowes (143.8)

Yousaf Zazai (160.8 lbs) vs. Robbie Cutler (164.8 lbs)

Get tickets or watch the fights live on StarBoxing.TV

LEARN MORE ABOUT SATURDAY’S FIGHTS

RIDGEWOOD VS. ASTORIA: AN OLD-SCHOOL NEW YORK SHOWDOWN

Undefeated FDNY firefighter Raymond “The Scientist” Cuadrado (8-0, 3 KOs) vs. Efstathios “The Greek God” Antonas (13-3-2, 4 KOs). Cuadrado brings Ridgewood pride and an unbeaten record into a clash with the battle-tested Greek national champion, whose Astoria supporters will have plenty to cheer about. With first responders, neighborhood faithful and the Greek boxing community converging on Huntington, expect a passionate crowd and an electric atmosphere!

LONG ISLAND POWER MEETS BROOKLYN GRIT

Huntington’s own Ralph Clemente (5-0, 5 KOs) returns to his hometown stage with five wins and five knockouts, putting his perfect record on the line against Brooklyn’s Kamron Humphrey (5-3, 3 KOs). Can Long Island’s knockout artist deliver another statement finish, or will Humphrey spoil the homecoming?

ALSO FEATURED ON THE CARD

Louis Maietta v. Eduardo “Demoledor” Monrreal: The Bronx’s FDNY brawler meets an El Paso opponent whose three professional victories have all come by knockout.
Ra-Leek Born v. Markus Bowes: Unbeaten Born looks to build on his explosive 4-0 record, with all four wins by knockout, against the experienced Bowes.
Yousaf Zaizai v. Robbie Cutler: Zazai seeks his second professional victory as Cutler steps into the spotlight for his eagerly anticipated pro debut.

A SPECIAL HOMECOMING FOR “AMERICA’S TENOR”

The excitement extends beyond the ring as Christopher Macchio returns to the Rockin’ Fights stage! Fans will enjoy a special appearance by “America’s Tenor,” including the National Anthem and his powerful rendition of “Nessun Dorma.”

A STAR-STUDDED CROWD

The stars will be out in the crowd at the Paramount on Saturday. Catch former WBO light heavyweight world champion Joe Smith Jr (33-5, 22 KOs), HBO’s Oz and Gravesend star Chuck Zito, viral firefighter sensation Johnny Church, legendary hip-hop pioneer and Blue Bloods actor Eric B, and many more.

FIGHT NIGHT DETAILS

? Saturday, October 10, 2026
? The Paramount | Huntington, NY
? Presented by Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing
?? GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

Who is the Next Star? Join us Saturday night to find out! Make Rockin’ Fights 55 your Saturday night plans and experience the action live at The Paramount or streaming live on StarBoxing.TV!

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Nico Ali Walsh 159.4 vs. Treavon Craycraft 159.4

Jayson Mama 119.6 vs. Dominique Crowder 117.8

Jorge Carlos 142.4 vs. Carlos Manuel Portillo 141.4

Azriah Cottrell 134.6 vs. Karla Valenzuela Garcia 135.6

Martin Diaz 139 vs. Eric Valencia 140

Izak Carlos 132 vs. Deivi Julio 132.2

Kynndale Prather 163.6 vs. Shomari Wilson 167.4

Jamar Pemberton 162.4 vs. Edwin Gamboa 162

Nasser Matrane 143 vs. Alan Panduro Angulo 141.8

David Lobo Ramirez 164.4 vs. Ryan Maine 163

On Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10, 2026, the spotlight turns to Kansas City, Kansas, as BiYu Promotions presents the Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational, a two-day celebration of professional and amateur boxing, live from historic Memorial Hall.

Fans across the country and around the world can catch the action live, free of chare, on CombatVisionTV (CVTV), bringing the excitement of Kansas City boxing directly to their screens.

The eight-round main event on Saturday, October 10, features Nico Ali Walsh (12-2-1, 5 KOs), grandson of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, taking on undefeated Treavon Craycraft (9-0-1) in a middleweight showdown.

Event Information

Event: Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational

Promoter: BiYu Promotions

Dates: Friday, October 9 & Saturday, October 10, 2026

Start Time: 7:00 p.m. CT

Venue: Memorial Hall

Location: 600 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101

Main Event: Nico Ali Walsh vs. Treavon Craycraft

Live Broadcast: CombatVisionTV

Tickets: BiYuPromotions.com

Osleys Iglesias retained the IBF Super Middleweight title with a seventh round stoppage over Oliver Zaren in Quebec City, Canada.

Zaren started to swell on his left eyelid in round two.

In round six, Iglesias landed a straight left that staggered Zaren into the ropes for a knockdown. Now bleeding, Zaren ate another left that put him om the canvas.

In round seven, Iglesias continued the onslaught until the towel was thrown in at 1:31.

Iglesias, 167.6 lbs of Berlin, GER is 16-0 with 15 knockouts. Zaren, 167.7 lbs of Denmark is 19-1-1.

Wilkens Mathieu won a 10-round split decision over former world title challenger Vladimir Shishkin in a super middleweight bout.

Mathieu, 167.6 lbs of Quebec City won on two cards 98-92 while Shishkin took a card 97-93,

Mathieu is now 17-0. Shishkin, 167.7 lbs of Miami is 17-3.

Leila Beaudoin retained the Interim WBA Super Featherweight title with a unanimous decision over Brisa Alfonzo.

In round one, Alfonzo began to bleed from her nose.

In round six, Beaudoin began wearing down Alfonzo and scored a knockdown from a flurry of punches.

Beaudoin, 129.8 lbs of Temiscouata, QUE won by scores of 100-89 on all cards and is now 16-2. Alfonzo 129.9 lbs of Las Heras, ARG is 9-2-2.

Imam Khataev stopped Padraig McCrory in the opening round of their 10-round light heavyweight bout.

In round one, Khataev landed a hard left hook and was dropped by a right. McCrory got to his feet but stumbled and the fight was stopped at 1:09.

Kjtaev, 174.6 lbs of Montreal is 13-1 with 12 knockouts. McCrory, 175 lbs of Belfast, NI is 20-3.

Dzmitry Asanau won a 10-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Luis Santana in a lightweight bout.

In round two, Santana began to bleed from his mouth

Asanau,134.8 lbs of Dubai won by scores of 98-91 twice and 97-92 and is now 14-0. Santana, 134.6 lbs of Montreal is 16-1.

Daylen Pepin stopped Matias Pinilla in the final second of their four-round welterweight bout.

Pepin dominated the action and landed a big flurry at the end of the fight that forced a referee stoppage at 2:59.

Pepin, 134.6 Trois-Riveris, QUE is now 3-1 with one knockout. Pinilla, 132.7 lbs of Chile is 1-3.

In round one, Pepin started to swell under his left eye.

Jacob Blais won a four-round unanimous decision over Yoan Trottier in a welterweight bout.

Blais, 147,4 lbs of Parribone, QUE won by scores of 40-36 on all cards and is now 1-1. Trottier, 147.4 lbs of Quebec City is 1-2.

Weigh-In Results

Gregoris Cisneros, 164.6lbs. vs Ryan Petersen, 165lbs.

Lew Ludlow, 205.4 vs. Sean Schultz, 204.4

Antonio Castillo, 155.6 vs. Jay Haas, 154,8

Justin Waters, 173.6 vs. Douglas LoBasso, 174.2

Joseph Schillizzi, 185 vs. Mike Liberto, 187

Nicholas Burgos, 134.2 vs. Travis Thompson, 136

Maruice Morris, 224.8 vs. Lewis Rumsey, 221.2

Christian Torres, 163.6 vs. Brett Shoenfelt, 165.4

Mark Culp, 246.2 vs. Brian Newman, 246

Marisol Ruelas- Lopez, 130 vs. Taylor Dagner, 129.6

Marc Worthington, 260 vs. Nathaniel James, 260.2

Venue

Wind Creek Events Center

Bethlehem, PA

Social Media

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YouTube: @BareKnuckleFightingChampionship

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Nico Ali Walsh 159.4 vs. Treavon Craycraft 159.4

Jayson Mama 119.6 vs. Dominique Crowder 117.8

Jorge Carlos 142.4 vs. Carlos Manuel Portillo 141.4

Azriah Cottrell 134.6 vs. Karla Valenzuela Garcia 135.6

Martin Diaz 139 vs. Eric Valencia 140

Izak Carlos 132 vs. Deivi Julio 132.2

Kynndale Prather 163.6 vs. Shomari Wilson 167.4

Jamar Pemberton 162.4 vs. Edwin Gamboa 162

Nasser Matrane 143 vs. Alan Panduro Angulo 141.8

David Lobo Ramirez 164.4 vs. Ryan Maine 163

On Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10, 2026, the spotlight turns to Kansas City, Kansas, as BiYu Promotions presents the Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational, a two-day celebration of professional and amateur boxing, live from historic Memorial Hall.

Fans across the country and around the world can catch the action live, free of chare, on CombatVisionTV (CVTV), bringing the excitement of Kansas City boxing directly to their screens.

The eight-round main event on Saturday, October 10, features Nico Ali Walsh (12-2-1, 5 KOs), grandson of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, taking on undefeated Treavon Craycraft (9-0-1) in a middleweight showdown.

Event Information

Event: Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational

Promoter: BiYu Promotions

Dates: Friday, October 9 & Saturday, October 10, 2026

Start Time: 7:00 p.m. CT

Venue: Memorial Hall

Location: 600 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101

Main Event: Nico Ali Walsh vs. Treavon Craycraft

Live Broadcast: CombatVisionTV

Tickets: BiYuPromotions.com

CHICAGO (Oct. 8, 2026) — Golden Boy Promotions and Most Valuable Promotions hosted a final press conference today at Wind Creek Chicago Southland ahead of the scheduled WBA Lightweight World Championship showdown between undefeated lightweight contenders Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield III (19-0, 13 KOs) and “Prince” Lucas Bahdi (20-0, 15 KOs). The 12-round main event takes place Saturday, October 10, live worldwide on DAZN from Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The event is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).

In the co-main event, Unified WBA and WBC World Champion Ricardo “El Niño” Sandoval (27-2, 18 KOs) of Rialto, Calif., will make the first defense of his unified titles against Sergio “Yoreme” Mendoza (27-1, 23 KOs) of Hermosillo, Mex. 

Rounding out the DAZN broadcast, MVP’s U.S. Olympian Jahmal Harvey (4-0, 3 KOs) of Oxon Hill, Maryland, will compete in an eight-round lightweight fight at 135lbs against Pedro Castro (9-1-1, 5 KOs) of Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. In a 10-round super featherweight fight at 130lbs, MVP’s and Salinas, Puerto Rico’s undefeated Jan Paul Rivera (16-0, 7 KOs) will face Tecate, Mexico’s Abraham Valdez(14-2, 9 KOs).

On the preliminary card, which will stream live on the Golden Boy YouTube channel and sponsored by Scotch Porter, Tristan “Sweet T” Kalkreuth (17-1, 12 KOs) will face San Juan, Puerto Rico’s undefeated Ivan Rosado (12-0, 9 KOs) in a 10-round cruiserweight contest. In an eight-round super bantamweight match, Waianae, Hawaii’s Asa Stevens (7-0-1, 2 KOs) will face Chicago’s hometown hero Cristian Williams (14-0, 8 KOs). Undefeated U.S. Olympian Joshua “The Rocket” Edwards (7-0, 6 KOs) of Houston, Texas, will face Detroit, Michigan’s Craig Lewis (15-9-1, 8 KOs) in an eight-round heavyweight bout.Thermal, Calif.’s undefeated Grant Flores (13-0, 9 KOs) will take on Chicago’s Mikey Dahlman (19-2, 17 KOs) in a 10-round middleweight fight. Also joining the card, MVP’s rising contender Naomy Valle (15-1, 9 KOs) from San Jose, Costa Rica returns to the ring to face Sheyla Moreno (5-1-1, 1 KO) from Mexico City in an eight-round flyweight bout.

Here is what today’s participants of the main broadcast had to say: 

OSCAR DE LA HOYA, CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS:

“I promised the Chicago fans that we would be back. It’s a beautiful city. We love being here. A great fight town historically. We want to continue that tradition and make sure that boxing stays alive and that it is healthy here in Chicago.”

“I think this matchup is going to be one for the ages. It’s going to be one of those fights where you’re going to know exactly where you were the night of the fight when it happened 10 years from now.”

“I strongly feel it’s going to be one of those fight of the year candidates. Both guys are hungry. Both guys are undefeated. Somebody’s always got to go. When you have fights like that with talent like these guys, it’s a can’t-miss action type fight.”

“The best have to fight the best. That’s the bottom line. We believe in boxing. If you want to see the great fights, you have to fight the very best. We don’t take the easy fights.”

BRITTON HARDIN, HEAD OF U.S. BOXING, DAZN: 

“First and foremost, I’m from Chicago. So thank you, Oscar, for bringing big-time boxing back to the city.”

“I’m extremely excited that Golden Boy, MVP and DAZN can come together and make this one happen for the city. It’s huge, and the city’s been asking for a big fight.”

“These two men are going to fight for an opportunity to etch their names in the history books of lightweight boxing. It’s a very exciting weight class. It’s a very exciting lineage of fighters.” 

FLOYD SCHOFIELD III, LIGHTWEIGHT WORLD TITLE CONTENDER:

“This fight is for my pops. At the end of the day, he sacrificed his whole life for me just to be in this position. So I got a lot to prove Saturday.”

“I think Lucas Bahdi is a good fighter. And Saturday night, he’s going to have to show me what his team is cheering for.”

“My life changes a lot. Not only for me, but for my team and my family. That’s what I’m fighting for. I got a lot of people riding on this fight. So Saturday night, this fight is for them. It’s not just about me.”

LUCAS BAHDI, MVP’S LIGHTWEIGHT WORLD TITLE CONTENDER:

“The top two guys in the division are going to war. This is what it’s about, and I’m ready.”

“I’m very proud to be Canadian. I wear that flag on my back when I enter the ring. That was all part of the journey. Now here we are. We’re fighting for the world title, and I’m ready.”

“This is always what I’ve seen in myself. I belong here, and I’m going to show the world Saturday.”

RICARDO SANDOVAL, UNIFIED WBA & WBC FLYWEIGHT CHAMPION:

“Sergio Mendoza is an elite fighter. He’s strong, he’s focused, he’s hungry as well. It’s going to be a tough fight, but I’m 100% ready for that.” 

“This is really special. This is something that I always wanted, defending my titles in front of my family. My mom just flying for the first time in a plane and having that experience is something that I always dreamed of.” 

SERGIO MENDOZA, FLYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE CONTENDER:

“This is a big fight for me.”

“Of course, on my side, it will be [a war].”  

JAHMAL HARVEY, MVP’S US OLYMPIAN AND RISING LIGHTWEIGHT:

“That goal [of becoming a world champion and winning a belt] could start tomorrow. For real. I’m ready whenever.”

“They’re going to see an action-packed fight. A lot of punches on my behalf. I bring the fight. I don’t believe in boring fights. I’m going to make a fight happen.”

“[Representing the US in the Olympics] was one of the greatest achievements of my life. Just walking out, getting all the camaraderie from everybody, fans that came to fly in from all over the US and on social media.”

JAN PAUL RIVERA: MVP’S SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT CONTENDER: 

“I’m happy to be here in Chicago and you’re going to see the power that I have.”

“I am a fighter that has everything. It depends on what the opponent has for me, but I am a complete fighter.”

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Schofield III vs. Bahdi is a 12-round fight for the WBA Lightweight World Championship presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.

Schofield vs. Bahdi is on sale and is priced at $300, $200, $125, $75 and $30 not including applicable service charges. Tickets for purchase will be available at Ticketmaster.com or GoldenBoy.com.

For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com and DAZN.com. Follow on Twitter @GoldenBoyBoxing and @DAZNBoxing. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldenBoy and https://www.facebook.com/DAZN. Follow on Instagram @GoldenBoy and @DAZNBoxing. 

About Most Valuable Promotions

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) is a global combat sports and entertainment company built for the next generation of athletes and fans. The company operates across boxing, mixed martial arts, live events, media, content, athlete development, and global distribution, with a fighter-first philosophy centered on equitable compensation, maximum visibility, and long-term brand building.

Led by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, MVP promotes some of the world’s biggest combat sports events and represents a roster of nearly 400 elite athletes, including world champions, titleholders, contenders, and emerging stars. MVP’s portfolio includes MVP, MVPW, and MVP MMA, bringing together premier boxing and mixed martial arts properties under one global brand.

Through partnerships with leading media and distribution platforms including Netflix, ESPN, Sky Sports, and an extensive international network reaching fans across more than 170 countries, MVP delivers world-class competition and entertainment to audiences worldwide. By combining elite athletes, premium live events, compelling storytelling, and global media reach, MVP is building the future of combat sports.

KANSAS CITY, KS (October 8, 2026) – For brothers Jorge Carlos (13-0, 11 KOs) and Izak Carlos (9-0, 7 KOs), boxing has always been about more than winning fights. It’s about family, sacrifice, hard work and chasing a dream together.

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the undefeated brothers from nearby Olathe, Kansas, will have an opportunity to share another special moment when they compete on the same card at BiYu Promotions’ “Heart of America Pro + Am Boxing Invitational” at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas.

The event will stream live worldwide on CombatVisionTV, giving fans around the globe an opportunity to watch two of the Kansas City area’s rising boxing talents compete in front of their hometown supporters.

For the Carlos brothers, fighting so close to home carries special meaning. The same family members, friends and supporters who have followed their journey will have the opportunity to watch them take another important step in their professional careers.

Both fighters enter the event undefeated, but neither will have an easy assignment.

Jorge, the more experienced of the two professionals, will face Carlos Manuel Portillo (23-10, 17 KOs) of Asuncion, Paraguay, in a scheduled 10-round super lightweight bout.

Izak will square off against Deivi Julio (29-18, 18 KOs) of Monteria, Colombia, in a scheduled eight-round super featherweight contest.

With both opponents bringing considerable professional experience and knockout power, October 10 represents an important test for the brothers as they continue climbing the professional ranks.

For Jorge, returning to the Kansas City area with an undefeated record is a rewarding moment, but one he doesn’t take for granted.

With 11 knockouts in 13 victories, Jorge has established himself as an exciting young fighter. Now, he wants to give his hometown fans a performance worth remembering.

“It’s a great feeling to be fighting back home, especially with my brother on the same card,” said Jorge Carlos. “We’ve put in a lot of work to get to this point, and our family has been there through everything. To have them come out and watch us fight together is special. I’m grateful for the opportunity, and I want to put on a great show for everyone supporting us.”

Jorge understands that Portillo’s experience makes him a dangerous opponent.

The Paraguayan veteran has 23 professional victories, including 17 knockouts, and will enter the ring looking to hand Jorge his first defeat.

“Portillo has a lot of experience, and he can punch, so I’m taking this fight very seriously,” Jorge added. “He’s been in more professional fights than me, but that’s the kind of challenge I want. I have to keep stepping up if I’m going to get where I want to go. I’m confident in my preparation, and I’m ready to show how much I’ve improved.”

For Jorge, remaining undefeated is important, but he believes the bigger goal is continuing to develop into a fighter capable of competing at the championship level.

“I’m proud to be 13-0, but I know I still have a lot to prove. Every fight is another opportunity to learn and get better. A win on October 10 would be another big step for me, especially against a guy with Portillo’s experience. I want to keep moving forward and make my family and hometown proud.”

For Izak, sharing the spotlight with his brother makes an already meaningful hometown appearance even more memorable.

The undefeated super featherweight has won all nine of his professional bouts, seven by knockout, and is eager to continue building his résumé.

While boxing is an individual sport once the bell rings, Izak says having his brother alongside him throughout the journey provides motivation that goes beyond wins and losses.

“Me and Jorge have been chasing this dream together for a long time,” stated Izak Carlos. “We’ve spent so many hours in the gym pushing each other, so getting to fight on the same card close to home is a blessing. Our family has sacrificed a lot for us, and I want them to enjoy this moment. It’s going to be a special night.”

Izak’s opponent, Deivi Julio, brings 47 professional fights into their scheduled eight-round contest.

The Colombian veteran has 29 victories and 18 knockouts, making him the most experienced opponent Izak has faced based on professional fight totals.

“Julio has been around a long time,” he continued. “He’s fought a lot of rounds and has knockout power, so I know I have to be sharp. I’m not looking past him. I’ve been working hard in camp, and I’m ready for a tough fight. These are the kinds of opponents that help you grow.”

With his professional career still in its early stages, Izak views October 10 as an opportunity to introduce himself to new fans while showing the progress he has made.

“I want to stay undefeated, but more than anything, I want people to see that I’m getting better every time I fight. I’m still learning, and I know there’s a long road ahead. Fighting at home gives me extra motivation. I want to make everyone proud and give the fans a reason to keep following my career.”

Although Jorge and Izak compete in different weight classes, they share a common goal: to rise through the professional boxing ranks and eventually compete for world championships.

Their journey has been shaped by years of training, family support and the determination to build successful careers in one of the world’s most demanding sports.

On October 10, that journey brings them back to the Kansas City area.

For local boxing fans, the event provides a chance to support two undefeated fighters who call Olathe home.

For the brothers, it represents an opportunity to reward those supporters with performances that move them closer to their dreams.

And with both fights streaming live worldwide on CombatVisionTV, the Carlos brothers will have an opportunity to showcase their talents far beyond Kansas.

Ticket information for the “HEART OF AMERICA PRO + AM BOXING INVITATIONAL” is available at BiYuPromotions.com.

RIYADH, OCTOBER 2026: His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and President of the Saudi Boxing Federation, today announced the undercard for Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli, which takes place in Riyadh on October 31 and will be broadcast live on DAZN.

Canelo returns to action a year after his era-defining showdown with Terence Crawford in Las Vegas. The Mexican legend and former undisputed super-middleweight champion will challenge for the WBC title, as he begins the next chapter of his career, following a remarkable reign at super-middleweight that saw him make nine successful defences over almost five years.

In his way, the unbeaten French-Cameroonian champion, making the first defence of his title. Mbilli claimed the interim WBC belt with a victory over Maciej Sulecki in June before being confirmed as full champion in January.

For Mbilli, this bout represents the biggest opportunity of his career to date. The 31-year-old featured on the Canelo-Crawford undercard, where he fought Lester Martinez to a split decision, and will now headline a Riyadh Season event for the first time putting his world title on the line against one of boxing’s biggest stars.

The “Mexico vs Rest of the World” card, sees Canelo joined by several other Mexican fighters, including WBA super-middleweight champion Jaime Munguia (46-2-0), who will defend his title against the unbeaten Russian Nikita Zon (12-0-1). Making his first appearance outside his home country, Zon presents a new challenge for Munguia, who claimed the title in Las Vegas with a victory over Armando Resendiz in May. The fight will mark Munguia’s first defence of the belt.

WBO featherweight champion Rafael Espinoza (28-0-0) will also defend his title against Venezuela’s Lorenzo Parra (24-1-1), the division’s number-one contender. The unbeaten Guadalajara native has successfully retained his belt four times since dethroning Robeisy Ramirez in December 2023, while Parra arrives in Riyadh following an impressive stoppage victory over Elijah Pearce.

Mexico City native David Picasso (32-1-1) faces unbeaten Filipino Carl Martin (28-0-0), the WBO’s number-one super-bantamweight contender, in another significant test for the WBC Silver title holder. Picasso returns to Riyadh following his headline clash with Japanese legend Naoya Inoue last December.

Unbeaten duo Lindolfo Delgado (24-0-0) and Arthur Biyarslanov (21-0-0) will meet for the vacant IBF junior welterweight title. Delgado, who holds the WBO Latino title, looks to become the latest Mexican champion as both fighters make their Riyadh Season debut.

Raymundo Rojas Garcia (16-2-0) will be facing Ring Magazine ambassador Reito Tsutsumi (5-0-0), who has made an impressive start to his professional career in the super-featherweight division, following victory in July on the Joshua vs Prenga undercard in Jeddah.

The remaining four bouts see Marcos Vazquez Rodriguez take on Bek Nurmaganbet, Carlos Emiliano Rojo Vazquez will face Flavius Biea, Hector Aguirre meets Brayan Leon Salgado and Erick Jahir Villegas faces Sultan Almohammed.

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About Riyadh Season

Saudi Arabia’s capital embraces one of the world’s biggest entertainment events every year during winter. Since launching in 2019, Riyadh Season has welcomed millions of visitors from around the world to experience thousands of concerts, sporting events, immersive attractions, and cultural experiences. The festival has evolved into a global entertainment powerhouse, hosting international boxing championships, WWE events, tennis tournaments, concerts

by global superstars, comedy festivals, fashion showcases, and many more large-scale events across the city.

Following the record-breaking success of Riyadh Season 2024, which surpassed 20 million visitors for the first time, Riyadh Season 2025 continued its rapid growth trajectory, attracting more than 17 million visitors across its latest edition as Riyadh continues to be one of the world’s leading entertainment destinations.

About DAZN

DAZN is the world’s leading sports entertainment platform, streaming more than 140,000 live events annually and available in more than 200 markets worldwide. DAZN is the home of European football, women’s football, boxing and MMA, as well as NFL Game Pass and NHL.TV internationally. The platform features many of the biggest sports and leagues from around the world.

In the United States, DAZN offers fans a portfolio of premium sports content anchored by its position as the global home of boxing, with more than 185 fight nights a year from leading promoters. DAZN also delivers a growing selection of multisport content to U.S. audiences.

DAZN is transforming the way people enjoy sport. Through one built-for-sport platform, fans can watch, play, buy and connect. Live and on-demand sports content is available anywhere, in any language and on any device.

NEW YORK CITY (October 8, 2026) – During Pryce Taylor’s relatively young pro boxing career, he has fought often and in a wide variety of cities with complete success, winning thirteen fights, 8 by knockouts.

The Brooklyn heavyweight (13-0, 8 KOs) has fought in New York City, Atlantic City, San Juan, Detroit and Flint, Michigan, in addition to Verona, New York, Chester, Pennsylvania, and College Park, Georgia. The 29-year-old Taylor has also been the most active American heavyweight with his thirteen bouts in less than 3 years.

Taylor, however, is heading West for first time in his next fight on November 7th in Albuquerque, New Mexico, when he steps up in terms of a quality opponent in 2020 Ukraine Olympian Tsotne “Mr. T” Rogava (13-1, 8 KOs), who has transitioned to boxing from kickboxing.

“I love it,” Taylor claimed about fighting in Albuquerque for the first time. “All I know about Albuquerque is that it’s hot there and I’ll need to acclimate myself to the altitude level. On paper, a good win will put me on another level, and then people will say I’m pretty good. They won’t believe it until they see it.”

The 6’ 4”, 275-pound Taylor will be fighting somebody his own size in Rogava, who stands 6’ 3” and weighed 265 pounds in his last fight. The 33-year-old Rogava, who is guided by Hall of Fame trainer Joe Goossen, bounced back this past July with an 8-round unanimous decision over Mauricio Leon Perez (8-0-1), after suffering his first pro loss by way of a 6-round decision a little more than 1 year ago to Ahmed Krnjic (5-0) in the WBC Grand Prix quarterfinals.

“He’s a big dude but easier for me to fight,” Taylor said about Rogava. “They (larger heavyweights) don’t know how to fight inside and when I take away their jabs, they don’t know what to do. He has lost; I haven’t!”

“Pryce Taylor is a 13-0 road warrior,” Taylor’s manager Keith Sullivan commented. “He has always fought away and always won and now it’s time to start raising the stakes. His opponent is an Olympian who has competed at the highest level of amateur boxing, but Pryce isn’t looking for easy fights – he wants fights that move him forward. This is a real test and a real opportunity. I believe Pryce is ready to show that he’s not just an undefeated prospect, but a heavyweight who needs to be taken seriously.”

Taylor vs. Rogava is a scheduled ten-round match. Taylor went the ten-round distance in his last fight, taking a unanimous decision over Issac Munoz Gutierrez (18-2-1) in San Juan, while Rogava has 10-rounds once in his unanimous decision over Alexander Fores (19-4-1) in 2024.

“I showed I can go 10 rounds in my last fight,” Taylor added, “proving I’m capable of it, and getting close to the top. I felt good after 10 but I always train to go 12.

“Everybody has a lot to learn. I’m sharper in every way since my pro debut, because of everything I’ve experienced during my boxing career and life.”

A former New York State Athletic Commission Deputy Commissioner, Sullivan also manages undefeated 3-time, 2-division World Champion Miyo Yoshida (19-5, 1 KO), Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga (21-2, 21 KOs), Serbian heavyweight Sanel Hasanovic (10-1-1, 8 KOs), undefeated Staten Island light heavyweight prospect Artan Iseni (6-0, 5 KOs), Bronx NYPD officer Nisa Rodriguez (4-1, 2 KOs),lightweight Fei Faiva (6-0-1, 4 KOs) and junior featherweight prospect Brooklyn “The Big Deal” Barwick (5-1, 5 KOs). Sullivan also co-manages IBF Welterweight World title challenger Paddy “The Real Deal” Donovan (16-2, 12 KOs) and his cousin, middleweight Jim Donovan (2-0, 1 KO), alongside coach and ex-world champion Andy Lee.

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