LOS ANGELES (January 9, 2024, 2024) – Super flyweight contender John “Scrappy” Ramirez (14-1, 9 KOs) avenged his only career loss as a professional on December 14^th, taking a 10-round unanimous decision from previously undefeated Ephraim Bui (10-1, 8 KOs) at Toyota Arena in Ontario, California.

The fast-rising, then-No. 1 ranked Ramirez was coming off a loss in Brooklyn by way of a 12-round decision to veteran Fernando David Jimenez (16-1, 5-1, 11 KOs) last April 20th for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Interim Super Flyweight Championship.

In retrospect, “Scrappy” gained invaluable experience versus Jimenez to become even more of a threat in the super flyweight division, and he is taking things one fight at a time until he gets another world title fight.

“It felt good to be back in the ring,” the charismatic Ramirez said. “It had been a while since I’d been in the bright lights, and I enjoyed every second from my walkout looking at the crowd. The fight went according to the game plan and I’m happy I executed it, using my jab to go to the body in the early rounds and later bringing my punches up. I didn’t stay stationary on the ropes; I was told to always use my feet on defense.

“2025 is going to be a big year for me. I had a chance in this fight to showcase my skills. I think it was best for me to go 10 rounds for my experience. As I was leaving the ring, I asked Eric Gomez (President of Golden Boy Promotions) to keep me busy in 2025 because I need a big year to keep this momentum going and to capitalize on that with a world title. I did feel a little bit of ring rust, but now that’s gone. I’m taking it one fight at a time and the opportunity will come for my world title.”

Despite a limited amateur career and fighting a former 2018 USA Nationals gold medalist in Bui, “Scrappy” boxed his way to victory as all three judges scored the bout in his favor, each having a 97-93 score. 

“Everybody needs to keep changing,” 26-year-old Ramirez explained a change in his style. “I’m still growing as a fighter and human being, in and out of the ring. I’d like a rematch (with Jimenez) because it would feel good to avenge my only loss but, if he isn’t interested, I’d fight any of the other World Champions (WBC Jesse ‘Bam Bam’ Rodriguez, WBO Phumelele Cafu, WBA Fernando Martinez and the IBF is vacant).”

“Scrappy” is world ranked at No. 2 by the WBA, behind only future Hall of Famer Roman Gonzalez (52-4, 42 KOs), as well as No. 15 by the WBC.

“Scrappy” Ramirez is a charter member of 3 Point Management (3 PM), which has a growing stable of gifted boxers including WBA & WBO Cruiserweight World Champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (47-1, 30 KOs), WBA No. 5-rated super middleweight Darius “DFG” Fulgham (13-0, 11 KOs), former WBA Inter-Continental Light Heavyweight Champion Kareem “Supreme” Hackett (12-1, 6 KOs), and German junior welterweight Simon “Saucy” Vollmer (6-0, 2 KOs).

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Facebook: /JohnRamirez

Instagram: @3pointmanagement

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LOS ANGELES (December 9, 2024, 2024) – Fighting this Saturday night for the first time since he suffered the initial loss of his pro career last April, super flyweight contender John “Scrappy” Ramirez (13-1, 9 KOs) will be seeking redemption in a 10-round match versus undefeated Ephraim Bui (10-0, 8 KOs).

Ramirez vs. Bui is on a Golden Boy-show headlined by Alexis Rocha vs. Raul Curiel, streaming live on DAZN from Toyota Arena in Ontario, California.

On his mercurial rise in boxing, despite a limited amateur career and including numerous bouts during Covid-19, the fast-rising, No. 1 ranked “Scrappy” lost a 12-round decision in Brooklyn to veteran Fernando David Jimenez (16-1, 5-1, 11 KOs) for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA) Super Flyweight title.

It was simply a case of too much, too soon for Ramirez, who now fully comprehends the maturation process in pro boxing.

“I’m a much more seasoned fighter now,” Ramirez said. “I’ve been around the block, going 12-rounds in my last fight, and I’m more patient and calculated, knowing how to set things up. I know I have the skills to be world champion, but I lacked experience that I now have. I know what to expect and I just need to follow the game plan and be me. I got it!

“The Jimenez fight is in the past. I’m a firm believer in learning from situations. I’ve played other sports and lost. In a way, it is a blessing for me. I have a great team behind me and good support. I’ve learned from the loss but I’m not thinking about that fight anymore. I got my lesson and learned from it for bigger and better things that are coming for me.”

A gym rat, Ramirez isn’t concerned about his eight-months out of the ring, largely because he continued working hard to additionally develop his craft, barely taking a break.

“It’s a problem if you just sit and aren’t active,” WBA No. 7 rated Ramirez spoke about his inactivity, “but I used the time to improve and for personal growth. I used it wisely to better my craft. I’m optimistic; I’m going to end the year with a bang. I always look at the light through the dark. I have everything it takes to become world champion.”

“Scrappy” Ramirez is a charter member of 3 Point Management (3 PM), which has a growing stable of gifted boxers including WBA & WBO Cruiserweight World Champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (47-1, 30 KOs), WBA No. 7-rated super middleweight Darius “DFG” Fulgham (13-0, 11 KOs), former WBA Inter-Continental Light Heavyweight Champion Kareem “Supreme” Hackett (12-1, 6 KOs), and German junior welterweight Simon “Saucy” Vollmer (6-0, 2 KOs).

INFORMATION:

Website: www.3pointmanagement.com

Facebook: /JohnRamirez

Instagram: @3pointmanagement, @Scrappyboxing

Thanjhae Teasley stopped Selassie Bey in the eighth and final round of their welterweight bout of undefeated fighters at the Owls Nest in Houstin, Texas.

In round two, Bey dropped Teasley with a hard right hand in the corner.

In round six, a right hand from Teasley put Bey on the canvas. Teasley continued to pressure and break down Bey. In round-eight, Teasley landed another hard right that pet Bey down again. Bey got to his feet but was in no condition to continue and the fight was over at 1:26.

Teasley, 146 1/4 lbs of Allentown, PA is 11-0 with five knockouts. Bey, 146 1/2 lbs of Louisville, KY is 8-1.

Ephraim Bui remained undefeated with an eight-round unanimous decision over Yusniel Abrahante in a super flyweight fight.

In the final round, Abrahante was credited with a knockdown after Bui ate a left hand and went down.

Bui, 114 3/4 lbs of Sugarland, TX won by scores of 79-73 twice and 77-74 and is now 10-0. Abrahante, 114 3/4 lbs of Louisville, KY via Cuba is now 6-2.

Elijah Williams scored a six-round majority decision over Najeem Johns in a junior welterweight bout.

In round two, Johns was cut over the right eye and Williams was cut on the right eye as well from an accidental headbutt.

Williams, 141 1/4 lbs of Newbergh, NY won by scores of 59-55, 58-56 and 57-57 and is now 9-1. Johns, 136 3/4 lbs of Darby, PA is 5-1.

Dion Jones won a six-round split-decision over Randy Zazueta Medina in a fight between undefeated junior welterweights.

Jones took two cards 59-55 and 58-56. Medina won a card 58-57.

Jones, 138 3/4 lbs of Las Vegas is now 7-0. Medina, 139 1/4 lbs of Las Vegas is 4-1.

Williams and Jones will meet in the finals of a four-man tournament,

Lyndon Patricio made a successful pro debut with a first-round stoppage over Corian Hawkins-Powell in a four-round bantamweight bout.

In round one, Patricio dropped Hawkins with a left to the body. Patricio continued to pound the body until a barrage of punches put him down for a second time. Patricio continued the assault until the bout was stopped at 2:34.

Patricio of Waianae, HI is 1-0 with one knockout. Hawkins-Powell, 114 3/4 lbs of Mansfield, TX is 0-2.

In a battle of pro debuting Texas based welterweights, Santana Draper stopper Tyler Murray in the opening round of their four-round bout.

In round one, Draper dropped Murray with a left to the body. Draper dropped Murray again in the round with a hard left to the body. Drpaer ended thing as he dropped Murray for a third and final with a left to the head at 2:48.

Draper, 142 1/4 lbs of Fresno, TX is 1-0 with one knockout. Murray, 143 lbs of Lewisville, TX is 0-1.

Dayan Depestre remained undefeated with a four-round majority decision over Trevon Smith in a super middleweight bout.

Depestre, 164 1/2 lbs of Miami via Cuba won by scores of 40-36, 39-37 and 38-38 and is now 4-0-1. Smith, 164 3/4 lbs of Houston is 2-3.