Long Beach, California — A high-stakes Northern California rivalry will take center stage on May 15, 2026, as undefeated Oakland native Anthony Garnica faces San Jose’s seasoned contender Eros Correa for the WBC Continental Americas Title at New Era Fight Night III, presented by Showtime Boxing Promotions. Taking place at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, California, the bout brings together two of NorCal’s top fighters in a pivotal clash with major implications for the bantamweight division. The event will be televised live on FOX Deportes, bringing the action to a national audience.

Anthony Garnica (13-0, 8 KOs), the 25-year-old rising star from Oakland, has rapidly built a reputation as one of boxing’s most promising young prospects. With an aggressive yet composed style, Garnica now faces the toughest test of his career as he looks to claim his first major title and represent Oakland on a national stage.

“Fans can expect an action-packed fight,” said Garnica. “Eros is coming in hungry to revamp his career, and I respect the tough opponents he’s faced. I’ve followed his journey closely, and I’m excited to step in the ring with someone of his caliber. At the end of the day, it’s going to come down to styles—and mine will prevail.”

Standing across the ring is Eros Correa (15-2, 9 KOs), the 33-year-old veteran originally from San Jose, now fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada. Correa brings experience, grit, and a renewed sense of purpose as he looks to defend NorCal pride while reestablishing himself among boxing’s elite. Correa enters the fight following a closely contested decision loss to Michael Angeletti in June 2025 and a brief injury setback earlier that year. Now fully healthy, he has revamped his training camp under renowned coach Richard Barrientes, sharpening his tools for what he views as a career-defining opportunity.

?“I’m excited to get back into the ring, and I know this title will get me back in the rankings where I belong,” said Correa. “I’ve been working with my new trainer and I’ve elevated my skillset. I’m ready to show that on May 15.”

Once ranked as high as No. 5 in the world by the WBA, Correa’s experience and resilience contrast with Garnica’s youth and undefeated momentum, setting the stage for a compelling youth vs. experience showdown fueled by regional pride.

The stakes are significant, as the winner is expected to break into the Top 20 rankings of the WBC, positioning themselves for a potential world title opportunity. With both fighters at critical junctures—Garnica on the rise and Correa seeking redemption—this matchup is expected to deliver fireworks in the 118-pound division.

The undercard will feature promising rising talents Andy Dominguez Velasquez and Criztec Bazaldua, both of whom continue to build momentum early in their professional careers. Known for their aggressive styles and fan-friendly performances, both fighters are expected to add excitement to an already stacked card, with opponents to be announced in the coming weeks.

Event Details:?

Event: New Era Fight Night III

Date: May 15, 2026

Location: Thunder Studios, Long Beach, California

Promotion: Showtime Boxing Promotions

Broadcast: FOX Deportes

Title on the Line: WBC Continental Americas Championship

Tickets:

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TIJUANA, MX (JANUARY 24, 2020) – Undefeated super bantamweight prospect, Eros Correa (8-0, 6 KOs), who is managed by Cali Boxing Management, returns to the ring on this Saturday January 25, 2010, at the Big Punch Arena, promoted by GM3 Boxing and Gonzalez Boxing Promotions. Correa will battle Genaro Rodriguez (6-7-1, 2 KOs), who hails from Baja California, Mexico. The fight will be an eight-round bout, the first of Eros Correa’s career.

“I am really focused right now, and I believe this will be a very big year for me starting with this fight,” said Eros Correa, who resided in San Jose, CA. “I am staying in the gym and constantly improving every single day. I am ready to put on a great performance to start the year.”

“Eros is very focused, he has an exciting crowd-pleasing style,” said Andrew Bocanegra, of Cali Boxing Management. “Eros is one of the most exciting fighters in the lower weight classes right now and January 25th people will see why.”

“I want to fight the big names in my division,” continued Correa. “Godinez has fought fighters who have fought for world titles, I want to show the world the fighter I am by making a statement and beating him by knockout.”

“Eros is focused right now,” said Jessie Sanchez, of Cali Boxing Management. “He’s been as active as ever and this fight will continue to show all of his progress.”