NEW YORK, NY – July 16, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and TikTok LIVE today announced a special collaboration bringing championship boxing to TikTok LIVE for the first time ever on Friday, August 21 at Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California. The partnership marks another industry-defining first for MVP, bringing elite championship boxing to TikTok’s global community, and furthers the promotion’s mission to expand the sport through innovative disruption and unprecedented access for fans worldwide, including MVP’s loyal and hard-to-reach Gen Alpha and Gen Z audience. 

The event is headlined by boxing trailblazer and unified featherweight champion Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano (49-4-1, 32 KOs), who will seek to break the all-time women’s knockout record against Argentina’s #2 WBO contender Lucrecia Manzur (14-4, 7 KOs). Serrano vs. Manzur will also mark another milestone in women’s boxing as the first-ever unified women’s world championship contested over 12 two-minute rounds for the unified WBA and WBO featherweight world titles at 126 pounds. The landmark moment follows Serrano’s record-shattering accolades as the most-decorated fighter in women’s boxing history. Already a seven-division champion, the first male or female Puerto Rican undisputed world champion, and the first woman to headline Madison Square Garden, Serrano also became the first to defend her unified titles under equal rules to men’s champions and competed in the most-watched professional women’s sports match ever in the U.S. She will now capture two further historic firsts as she becomes the first unified boxing champion to compete 12, two minute rounds and to have a title fight streamed live on TikTok. Tickets for Serrano vs. Manzur are on sale now at Ticketmaster. All media wishing to be credentialed for Serrano vs. Manzur must apply HERE.

In addition to Amanda Serrano, the event will feature MVP’s US Olympian Jahmal Harvey (3-0, 2 KO) vs. Mexico’s Hammet Keb (7-2-1, 6 KOs) in a 6 round lightweight bout at 135lbs and MVP’s undefeated Brazilian boxer and influencer Jully Poca (1-0), the most-followed active female boxer in the world, vs. Arlington, Texas prospect Cinderella Linnear (1-0) in a 4-round super lightweight bout at 140lbs. Also on the card will be MVP’s undefeated rising contender Roxy Verduzco (7-0, 1 KO) vs. Miguelina Hernandez (4-0, 3 KOs) in an 8-round featherweight bout, MVP’s Olympic bronze medalist, European champion, and five-time German national champion Nelvie Tiafack (4-0, 3 KOs) vs. Mexico’s Salvador Zavala (7-0, 5 KOs) in a 6-round heavyweight bout, and MVP’s and Indio, California’s Jocelyn Camarillo (6-0, 1 KO) vs. Mexico’s Ashley Felix (7-4, 1 KO) in a 6-round minimumweight bout at 105lbs.

Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano is the first-ever Puerto Rican undisputed world champion and the most decorated fighter in women’s boxing history, recognized by the Guinness World Records for the most boxing world championships won by a female in different weight classes. Serrano is currently the unified featherweight champion holding the WBO, WBA and Ring Magazine titles, and is MVP’s first signee and signed the first-ever lifetime combat sports contract with MVP to become Chairwoman of MVP’s women’s boxing initiatives post her in-ring retirement. In her most recent bout on MVPW-03 in May 2026, Serrano tied the all-time women’s boxing record as she earned her 32nd professional KO against Cheyenne Hanson live on ESPN.

“I’ve dedicated my career to creating opportunities for women’s boxing and bringing our sport to the biggest stages possible, so to headline the first-ever championship boxing event on TikTok is incredibly meaningful,” said Amanda Serrano. “Women’s boxing deserves to be seen by as many people around the world as possible, and this partnership gives us the chance to introduce our sport to a massive global audience in a completely new way. I’m also proud that Lucrecia and I will be making history in the first-ever unified women’s world championship contested over 12 two-minute rounds. Every time I step into the ring, I’m fighting for Puerto Rico, and on Friday, August 21, I have the opportunity to make history for my island, break the all-time women’s knockout record, and defend my world titles. This will be a night to remember for Temecula and boxing fans around the world.”

Lucrecia Manzur is a 27-year-old fighter from San Miguel, Tucuman, Argentina. She made her professional debut in 2020, and entered her first title challenge in 2023 for the vacant Argentina super featherweight title before challenging Karen Carabajal for the South American super featherweight title. Later that year she moved down to the featherweight division, immediately challenging Daniela Bermudez for the Argentine title. In 2024, Manzur entered her latest dominant streak, collecting the South American title, then winning the Argentine title by TKO. In November 2024, Manzur successfully defended her titles while also winning the WBO Latino featherweight title by dominant unanimous decision. She earned a TKO win in her next defense and most recently won by UD in defense of her WBO title. She is the #2 WBO contender.

“I’ve been asking for this opportunity for a very long time. Ever since I started boxing, I’ve dreamed of fighting for a world title, and now I have the chance to do it against one of the sport’s true icons and someone I’ve always admired—Amanda Serrano. I have tremendous respect for everything Amanda has accomplished and for the legacy she has built. But once we step into the ring, my focus is on winning,” said Lucrecia Manzur. “I’m confident in my preparation, my abilities, and the work we’ve put in together. In one month, I believe Tucumán and all of Argentina will be celebrating a new world champion.”

“From day one, MVP has challenged the traditional boxing model by creating the biggest moments and opportunities for fighters while finding new ways to bring the sport to fans around the world,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “Partnering with TikTok to deliver the first-ever championship boxing event on TikTok LIVE is another example of that vision to grow the audience for boxing and make world championship fights more accessible than ever. This event will also further activate MVP’s loyal fanbase among hard-to-reach Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences, demographics that MVP has consistently reached better than anyone else in the sport. This would not be possible without the MAFFE, the MOST ACCOMPLISHED FEMALE FIGHTER EVER, Amanda Serrano. The most watched, the most paid, the most titles, and maybe on Friday, August 21, from The Pechanga Resort in Temecula, California, live on Tik Tok globally, the most knockouts ever – The MAFFE, Amanda Serrano.”

“This partnership reflects our commitment to bringing the world’s most compelling live sports moments to our global community, while giving fans new ways to discover, engage, and interact with the athletes and creators they love,” said  Shen Gao, Head of LIVE Operations, Americas at TikTok. “We’re excited to bring the first championship boxing event to TikTok LIVE alongside MVP, spotlighting Amanda Serrano as she works toward a historic milestone.”

US Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey, an Oxon Hill, Maryland native, is a 10x national champion, 2021 world champion, Continental Championships silver medalist and gold medalist at the Santiago Pan American Games. The finish qualified him for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he finished as a quarter-finalist. Harvey signed with Most Valuable Promotions ahead of his pro debut–a KO win–on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 14 in August 2025, heralded as one of the top prospects in American boxing. He then earned a UD win on the main Netflix card of MVP’s Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day in December 2025, before earning a TKO win on MVPW-02 in April 2026.

“I’m happy to be back out and fighting on a great MVP show in California on Friday, August 21,” said Jahmal Harvey. “I’m looking to show everyone why I’m one of the very best prospects in the game.”

Mexico’s Hammet Keb (7-2-1, 6 KOs) is a 26-year-old prospect from Veracruz, Mexico. He made his pro debut in March 2022 with a knockout win over Jose Solis Medina, and has since collected 6 wins by knockout, including his latest bout in May 2026 – a first round stoppage of Mario Alberto Pena Gonzalez.

Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, Jully Poca is a powerhouse athlete who has dominated the crossover boxing scene with an undefeated record. Originally Brazil’s premier female fitness influencer, her life took a sharp turn in 2023 when she competed in the UK alongside megastar Whindersson Nunes. She discovered a profound passion and began training as a full-time boxer. Poca made her fully sanctioned professional debut with Most Valuable Promotions on MVPW-04 in June 2026. Beyond her technical prowess, Jully first captured the Brazilian public’s heart when she intervened in a violent road-rage incident, physically subduing a man who was attacking two women until police arrived. With 3 million Instagram followers, Poca was the most-followed female professional boxer in the world the moment she made her pro debut, defeating Monica Medina.

“I’m over the moon that my second bout with MVP is already scheduled! From the moment we sealed the deal, I emphasized the importance of staying busy, and it’s amazing to see that vision become a reality,” said Jully Poca. “I will be training with Ross Enamait and Katie Taylor and can’t wait to help Katie in any way I can for her farewell fight as well! You can expect a lot of improvements on my game once again.”

Cinderella Linnear is a 32-year-old boxer from Arlington, Texas by way of Shreveport, Louisiana. She made her professional debut in August 2025 with a unanimous decision win over Desiree Davila. Linnear competed as part of Team Boxing League in 2025. 

Iyana “Roxy” Verduzco is an undefeated pro boxer from Los Angeles, California. A skilled boxer-puncher and southpaw, Verduzco is recognized for her high boxing IQ, sharp timing, and quickness, training at Wild Card Boxing Club under coaches Gloria Alvarado and Marvin Somodio. Verduzco began boxing at just four years old and had her first fight at eight, building an exceptional amateur career that included 108 fights. She became a 21x national champion and amateur world champion, qualifying for the 2019 Olympic Trials. Coming from four generations of fighters, Verduzco draws inspiration from her uncle, undefeated kickboxer Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, and her mother, who introduced her to boxing and is her greatest motivation. Outside the ring, Verduzco, a dual citizen of Mexico and the United States, enjoys traveling and reading, owns a coffee truck, and is currently learning piano.

“I’m excited to step back into the ring for my first fight under MVP,” said Roxy Verduzco. “I was supposed to fight back in May, but due to circumstances out of my control it didn’t happen. So to now be making my MVP debut on the West Coast in California is special. I’m proud to represent the West Coast and ready to be back in action after a long layoff. This will be an action packed card full of great fighters and I’m one of them.”

Miguelina Hernandez is a professional boxer with a record of 4-0, with three knockouts. The Dominican Republic prospect is 28 years old. After a defining start to her pro career, winning her first three bouts each by first-round knockout, she won her most recent bout in May 2026 by unanimous decision. 

German Olympian Nelvie Tiafack grew up in Cameroon, facing the loss of his father at just two years old. At the age of 8, he traveled alone from Cameroon to Cologne, Germany. After two years apart, he reunited with his mother. As an amateur boxer, he became a 5x German amateur champion, European champion, and the first German super heavyweight boxer to win an Olympic medal in Paris 2024. Tiafack’s notable wins include UK amateur titan Delicious Orie, British Olympian and 2020 Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Frazer Clarke, and Armenian heavyweight standout Gurgen Hovhannisyan. The 27-year-old fights not only for victory but also to honor his mother’s influence and inspire others facing challenges. 

“I’m hyped and more than ready to put on a show on American soil as a professional,” said Nelvie Tiafack. “I’ve been working my ass off to make sure the fans get their money’s worth. I can’t wait to step in there and deliver.”

Mexico’s Salvador Zavala is a professional boxer with an undefeated record of seven wins and five knockouts. The 31-year-old is from Zapopan, Mexico. He made his pro debut in 2019, and has earned knockout wins in his past five straight professional bouts.

MVP’s Jocelyn Camarillo is a 3x amateur national champion, former #1-ranked US amateur in the light flyweight division, and a proud training partner for Team USA Youth & Elite. She represents Indio, California as one of the brightest young talents coming out of the Coachella Valley boxing community. Jocelyn grew up watching boxing and developed a natural passion that eventually led her to train at the historic Coachella Valley Boxing Club, where she built a strong amateur foundation and sharpened her skills among some of the region’s best athletes. Known for her speed, accuracy, and high-IQ pressure style, Jocelyn has quickly developed a reputation as a disciplined athlete with true star potential. Both inside and outside the ring, she brings charisma, professionalism, and a growing fanbase that continues to follow her journey.

“I’m really excited to get back in the ring on Friday, August 21st at Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California Fighting so close to home makes this fight even more meaningful because I’ll have so many of my supporters there,” said Jocelyn Camarillo. “I’ve been working hard, and I’m looking forward to putting on a great performance and giving everyone a fight to remember.”

With a decade of experience, 21-year-old powerhouse Ashley Felix was and raised in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Felix began boxing at the age of 10. After a 36-fight amateur career, she began her professional career in May 2023. Felix most recently competed on MVPW-04 in June 2026. Dubbed “Dinamita Felix” by her parents, she enters the ring ready to showcase the tenacity that has defined her career from the start. 

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

About Amanda Serrano

Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano is the first-ever Puerto Rican undisputed world champion and the most decorated fighter in women’s boxing history, recognized by the Guinness World Records for the most boxing world championships won by a female in different weight classes. Serrano, currently the unified featherweight champion holding the WBO, WBA and Ring Magazine titles, is Most Valuable Promotions’ first signee, who also signed the first ever lifetime combat sports contract with MVP and will become Chairwoman of MVP’s women’s boxing initiatives to lead the company’s efforts in identifying, signing, developing and marketing the promotion’s growing roster of female athletes post her in-ring retirement. Serrano faced off against Katie Taylor for the first time at Madison Square Garden in April 2022, making history as the first women’s fight to headline Madison Square Garden, earning global acclaim and winning Sports Illustrated’s Fight of the Year and The Ring’s Event of the Year for 2022. Taylor vs. Serrano was also nominated for Sports Business Journal’s Event of the Year, a testament to the global reach and power of the event. Following the historic bout, Serrano defeated Sarah Mahfoud and Erika Cruz en-route to becoming the undisputed featherweight champion. She successfully defended her undisputed title in August 2023 against Heather Hardy before making history again, defeating Danila Ramos in October 2023 in the first-ever women’s unified world championship contested over 12 three-minute rounds—equal to a men’s championship fight. She threw a career-high 1,103 punches in the bout, solidifying her status as a trailblazer for gender equality in boxing. In recognition of her achievements inside and outside the ring, Serrano was named the Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA) Female Fighter of the Year for 2023, as well as Sports Illustrated’s and Boxing Scene’s 2023 Women’s Fighter of the Year. She continued her dominance in July 2024, scoring a second-round knockout victory over Stevie Morgan in a super lightweight bout.

Serrano went on to face Katie Taylor in the most anticipated women’s boxing rematch in modern history in the co-main event of MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson card on Netflix in November 2024. The undisputed super lightweight title fight averaged 74 million live viewers globally and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. The bout ended in a razor-thin decision victory for Taylor, sparking global debate and skyrocketing Serrano’s social following to over 1.2 million. #Serrano also trended at #2 on X in the US, Brazil, Spain, and Canada post-fight, further cementing her status as a global icon. Serrano then faced Taylor a third and final time atop an all-women’s event at Madison Square Garden, commanding the world’s attention once again on Netflix, continuing to break barriers for women in combat sports with a historic trilogy. Serrano made her long-awaited homecoming to Puerto Rico in a unified featherweight title defense of her WBO and WBA featherweight titles in January 2026, defeating challenger Reina Tellez. In her most recent bout on MVPW-03 in May 2026, Serrano tied the all-time women’s boxing record, previously held by Christy Martin, as she earned her 32nd professional KO against Germany’s top contender Cheyenne Hanson.

About Jahmal Harvey

US Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey was introduced to boxing at age 13 by his football coach Darrell Davis, who also owned a boxing gym. After competing in both sports, Harvey, an Oxon Hill, Maryland native, soon went all-in on boxing and immediately proved his elite potential at the junior, youth, and amateur levels, becoming a 10x national champion. By 18, he was training and sparring with Olympians, including Keyshawn Davis and Duke Ragan. That same year, he captured gold at the 2021 Elite World Championships— becoming the first American male to win the world title since 2007, while competing as one of the youngest athletes in the tournament. The next year, he took home silver at the 2022 Continental Championships and continued to dominate at the international level in 2023, winning gold at the Santiago Pan American Games. The finish qualified him for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he finished as a quarter-finalist. The 22-year-old Harvey signed with Most Valuable Promotions ahead of his professional debut–a knockout win–on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 14 in August 2025, heralded as one of the top prospects in American boxing. He earned a UD win on the main Netflix card of MVP’s Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day in December 2025, and then took home a fifth round TKO win on MVPW-02 in April 2026.

About Jully Poca 

Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, Jully Poca is a powerhouse athlete who has dominated the crossover boxing scene with an undefeated record. Originally Brazil’s premier female fitness influencer, her life took a sharp turn in 2023 when she was invited to compete in the UK alongside megastar Whindersson Nunes. Despite only training for three months prior to her debut, she discovered a profound passion for the sport and has spent the last three years training exclusively as a full-time boxer. Under the tutelage of renowned coach Antonio Filho, the mentor behind former WBO champion Rose Volante, Poca has solidified her status by going undefeated to date and made her fully sanctioned professional debut with Most Valuable Promotions on MVPW-04 in June 2026. Beyond her technical prowess, Jully possesses a magnetic public profile built on genuine courage. She first captured the Brazilian public’s heart when she intervened in a violent road-rage incident, physically subduing a man who was attacking two women until police arrived. This act of heroism, combined with her athletic transition, has earned her a massive digital footprint. With 3 million Instagram followers, Poca was the most-followed female professional boxer in the world the moment she made her pro debut and defeated Monica Medina, bridging the gap between social media stardom and elite combat sports.

About Nelvie Tiafack

German Olympian Nelvie Tiafack grew up in Cameroon, facing the loss of his father at just 2 years old, a turning point that motivated him throughout his life. Inspired by his mother’s strength and sacrifices, who moved to Europe to create a better future for him, he found the determination to overcome challenges. At the age of 8, he traveled alone from Cameroon to Cologne, Germany, showing courage beyond his years. After two years apart, he reunited with his mother in a new country, where her support became his foundation. Their home was filled with shared experiences and sacrifices, reminding him that achieving goals requires dedication. At 15, he discovered boxing, where he could channel his energy and compete on his own terms. His achievements include becoming a 5x German amateur champion, a European Championship gold medal, and being the first German super heavyweight boxer to win an Olympic medal in Paris 2024, reflecting both physical skill and a strong mindset shaped by his mother’s example. Tiafack’s notable wins include UK amateur titan Delicious Orie, British Olympian and 2020 Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Frazer Clarke, and Armenian heavyweight standout Gurgen Hovhannisyan. When the 27-year-old steps into the ring, he fights not only for victory but also to honor his mother’s influence and inspire others facing their own challenges. 

About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – April 17, 2026 – Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP) MVPW-02 took place tonight at the Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, streaming live on ESPN and the ESPN App, marking the promotion’s inaugural U.S. event for its global women’s boxing platform. The event delivered a stacked night of championship action, headlined by MVP’s unified super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (18-1, 7 KOs), who retained her WBA, WBO, and IBF world titles with a commanding performance over Bo Mi Re Shin (19-4-3, 10 KOs). In the co-main event, Lani “The Smiling Assassin” Daniels (12-4-2, 2 KOs) captured the IBF, WBO, and Ring super middleweight titles with a ninth-round TKO over MVP’s Shadasia “The Sweet Terminator” Green (16-2, 11 KOs), becoming a three-division world champion. Additional standout performances included victories from MVP’s Nat “No Love” Dove (8-0-1, 2 KOs) vs. Maria “La Imparabla” Micheo (14-7, 8 KOs) on the main card and U.S. Olympian Jahmal Harvey (3-0, 2 KO) vs. Daniel Lugo (6-5, 2 KOs) in the preliminary card headliner, highlighting MVP’s growing roster of elite and rising talent.

At the press conference following the fights, the fighters had much to discuss. For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions or on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions.

ALYCIA BAUMGARDNER QUOTES

On her thoughts following her bout vs. Bo Mi Re Shin: 

When we talk about legacy, and we talk about development, these are the types of fights that I need to be in. These are the type of fights that really put my skills to the test and my mentality and my mental. Physically, I have it, but mentally, it’s another threshold to overcome. 

On her performance: 

I hope that you guys just saw the separation from my last performance in December to this performance. So, it was everything that I enjoyed.

On facing Katie Taylor:

I think when we talk about a Katie Taylor, we talk about someone who is just as skilled. I believe in my abilities, and I’m sure she believes in hers. But when we talk about high-level boxing, when it comes to women, she’s a perfect person to be in the ring with. 

On doing three-minute rounds:

I think when you understand what an extra minute does for my type of style, it allows me to take my time. It allows me to set up the punches and pick my punches. Punch placement is everything in boxing, and I have a really great IQ and timing. So, that’s why you have to be patient to get some of those shots in.

On knocking down Bo Mi Re Shin in the fourth round:

I definitely knocked her down. I did knock her down for sure. Go back and watch it.

On being asked if she will face Caroline Dubois:

When we talk about Alicia Baumgardner and her career and her trajectory on where she is going, we have to align her with the biggest fights. I’m at a stage where I’m at the biggest fights. Dubois is a great fighter. Yes, but she’s nowhere near where I am.

On making adjustments in the ring: 

I have a great team. They will tell me instructions, but ultimately I have to make that adjustment in the ring. 

On coming out with Lil Kim: 

It was everything. When we talk about women’s sports, when we talk about women’s movement, we talk about being a collective. I think it is so key and representation matters. And to be in a sport like boxing, to add the entertainment, to add the movie, to add just the excitement, you know, we have to think about how we set the bar. And Little Kim was perfect for New York.

JAHMAL HARVEY QUOTES

On Daniel Lugo’s performance:

He was taking some shots pretty well. I knew I had to start breaking him down. I started hitting the body a little bit more. 

On his engine during the bout: 

I’m always grateful for the rounds. It just shows that I got a high motor. 

On taking control of the bout: 

After the first two rounds, I knew I had to start slowing it down, slowing down the pace. He was starting to hold a lot. 

NAT DOVE QUOTES

On her performance vs. Maria Micheo: 

As a fighter in the ring, I think I did my part. I saw what I was landing, and I saw how she was reacting to that. 

On her plan during the bout:

I was trying to stick to the plan, stay sharp, and just box. 

On Maria Micheo’s pressure during the bout: 

Throughout the fight, it was rough on both ends. A lot of us are coming in, clashing heads, and I was trying to avoid getting headbutted as best as I could, but at the same time, she was putting a lot of pressure. 

MIKE LEANARDI (HEAD OF BOXING, MVP) QUOTES

On Shadia Green’s condition after her bout vs. Lani Daniels: 

Shadiasia is awake and talkative. It was a scary moment for all of us. She’s looking much better. We’ll keep everyone updated through socials. 

On MVP’s performance of the night bonuses:

We had two performance of the night bonuses. One is going to Lani Daniels, upsetting the card, and becoming the unified super middleweight champion. Heck of a performance by her. The other performance of the night bonus […] is going to Bo Mi Re Shin. Bo Mi came all the way from Korea and fought a tremendous fight.  

On Lani Daniels being taken to a local hospital after her bout vs. Shadasia Green:

Lani was taken to a local hospital just as a precaution. She has an 18-hour flight home, so they just want to make sure she is tip-top before she flies out tomorrow.

About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter-first ethos. Since its inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

Alycia Baumgardner retained the IBF/WBA/WBO Junior Lightweight world titles with a 10-round unanimous decision over Bo Mi Re Shinn at the Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden.

It was a hard fought fight throughout with both fighters sitting down and throwing power shots. It was Baumgardner who showed more diversity by mixing in some boxing and landing the cleaner shots.

Baumgardner landed 263 of 681 punches. Shin was 161 of 654,

Baumgardner, 129.8 lbs of Dallas won by scores of 99-91 and 98-92 twice and is now 18-1. Shin, 129.4 lbs of South Korea is 19-4-3.

Lani Daniels Shocks, Stops Shadasia Green; Wins Unified Super Middleweight Title

Lani Daniels won the IBF/WBO Super Middleweight titles with a ninth round stoppage over Shadasia Green.

Daniels was the quicker fighter from the get-go. The two had several nice exchanges, but it was Daniels who continuously beat Green to the punch. In round nine, Daniels battered a bloody Green on the ropes until the fight was stopped at 32 seconds.

Green struggled in the corner and was rushed out of the ring on a stretcher.

Daniels, 167.6 lbs of Pipiwai, NZ is 12-4-2 with two knockouts. Green, 168 lbs of Paterson, NJ is 16-2.

Rosado Decisions Reyes

Krystal Rosado won a eight-round unanimous decision over Fernanda Reyes in a bantamweight bout.

Rosado, 118 lbs of Carolina, PR won by scores of 80-72, 79-73 and 78-74 and is now 9-1. Reyes, 118 lbs of Mexico City is 8-1.

Dove Decisions Micheo

Nat Dove remained undefeated with a eight-round split decision over Maria Micheo in a flyweight out.

Dove landed 105 of 380 punches. Micheo, 111.6 lbs is 14-7.

Jahmal Harvey stopped Daniel Lugo in round five of their six-round lightweight bout.

Harvey dominated the fight until the bout was stopped at 1:32.

Harbey, 134.6 lbs of Oxon Hill, MD is 3-0 with two knockouts. Lugo, 135 lbs of Tucson, AZ is 6-5.

Alex Vargas won an eight-round unanimous decision over Rani Jalomo in a battle of undefeated welterweights,

The right eye of Vargas began to close in round eight.

Vargas, 144.2 lbs of Bellport, NY won by scores of 79-73 and 78-74 twice and is now 15-0, Jalomo, 141.8 lbs of Chicago is 7-1-1.

Elon De Jesus won an eight-round unanimous decision over Conor Adaway in a super bantamweight bout.

In round eight, De Jesus dropped Adaway with a left hook.

De Jesus landed 124 of 460 punches. Adaway was 112 of 460.

De Jesus, 121,4 lbs of Dunkirk, NY won by scores of 80-71 and 78-73 twice and now is 12-1-2. Adaway, 122 lbs of Plymouth, ENG is 10-3-1.

Luis Gjolena remained undefeated with a second round stoppage over Robert Salinas in a six-round heavyweight bout.

In round one, Gjolena dropped Salinas with a double left. In round two, Gjolena landed a huge left that put Salinas down on his back and the fight was stopped at 45 seconds.

Gjolena, 248.4 lbs of Bronx, NY is 8-0-1 with six knockouts. Salinas, 276.8 lbs of Santa Rosa, TX is 4-3-1.

Raquel Miller stayed undefeated and survived a knockdown to win a six-round unanimous decision over Adriana Araujo in a super middleweight fight.

In round two, Araujo dropped Miller with a counter left to the side of the head. In round three, Miller started to swell under her left eye.

Miller landed 63 of 285 punches. Araujo was 56 of 124.

Miller, 168.8 lbs of San Francisco won by scores of 58-55 and 57-56 twice and is now 14-0. Araujo, 169.2 lbs of Salvador, BRA is 6-4.

NEW YORK, NY – DATE – Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced the rest of the card for MVPW-02 which will mark the inaugural U.S. event for MVPW, taking place live on ESPN on Friday, April 17 at Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Joining the main card, MVP’s 2x Canadian Olympian, amateur world champion, and #1 IBF, WBC, WBA and #2 WBO contender Tamm Thibeault (4-0, 3 KOs) vs. Brazil’s Nadja Jesus (5-0, 3 KOs) in a 10-round bout at 160lbs in the middleweight division. Opening the main card, MVP’s young Puerto Rican sensation Krystal Rosado (8-1, 2 KOs) will face Fernanda Reyes (8-0) in an 8-round battle of Puerto Rico vs. Mexico in the bantamweight division at 118lbs. The event will be headlined by MVP’s unified super featherweight world champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner (17-1, 7 KOs) vs. WBA #4, IBF #6, and WBO #7 contender Bo Mi Re Shin (19-3-3, 10 KOs). The bout will be contested over 10 three-minute rounds for the unified WBA, WBO, and IBF world titles at 130 lbs. In the co-main event, MVP’s unified super middleweight world champion Shadasia “The Sweet Terminator” Green (16-1, 11 KOs) will make a 10-round world title defense vs. IBF #2 and WBO #3 contender Lani Daniels (11-4-2, 1 KO) at 168lbs. MVPW on ESPN will always feature a main card composed entirely of female fighters, with an undercard including a mix of female and male bouts. MVPW-02 marks the inaugural U.S. event of MVPW, a new year-round global platform for women’s boxing from MVP, showcasing the sport’s most elite female fighters with championship bouts on every card. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. 

On the preliminary card, streaming exclusively on the ESPN App, MVP’s US Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey (2-0, 1 KO) will face Argentina’s Leandro Medina (7-3-1, 4 KOs) in a 6-round lightweight bout at 135lbs. Also joining the preliminary card will be MVP’s 19-year-old multi-talented star Javon “Wanna” Walton vs. Brownsville, Texas’s Dionne Ruvalcaba (2-2, 1 KO) in a 6-round bout at 135lbs , MVP’s Nat “No Love” Dove (7-0-1, 2 KOs) vs. Maria Micheo (14-6, 8 KOs) in an 8-round flyweight bout at 112lbs (pending approval), and MVP’s undefeated Raquel “Pretty Beast” Miller (13-0, 6 KOs) will make her promotional debut vs. Brazil’s Adriana “Pitbull” Araújo (6-3, 1 KO) in a 6-round bout at 168lbs in the super middleweight division (pending approval). Dunkirk, New York’s Elon “El Leon” De Jesus (11-1-2, 8 KOs) will also face Plymouth, England’s Connor Adaway (10-2-1, 4 KOs) in an 8 round super bantamweight bout at 122lbs, and Bellport, New York’s Alex “El Toro” Vargas (14-0, 5 KOs) will face Dublin, Ireland’s Ryan “The Silent Assassin” O’Rourke (13-0, 3 KOs).

MVP’s standout Tamm Thibeault is currently the #1-ranked WBA, #1 IBF, #1 WBC, and #2 WBO middleweight contender. Originally from Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada, Thibeault began her boxing journey at the age of nine, inspired by seeing her father, a former CFL player, knock out an opponent during a Provincial boxing tournament. Following in his footsteps, she took up boxing at age 12 and was inspired to compete for Canada while watching the first women’s Olympic boxing competition during the 2012 London Olympics. The 28-year-old middleweight, a southpaw standing 6 feet tall, then forged an outstanding amateur career. A two-time Olympian, Thibeault made her Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020, where she advanced to the quarterfinals of the women’s 75kg (165lb) event, matching Canada’s best-ever Olympic result in any women’s boxing event. She went undefeated until she returned to the Paris Olympics in 2024, earning gold medals at the 2022 Amateur World Championship, the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and the 2023 Pan Am Games. Thibeault, who speaks French, English, and Spanish, completed a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies from Concordia University in 2023, which she earned over seven years while competing, then moved to Sheffield, England, where she earned a one-year Master’s degree in urban design and urban planning while training at the renowned Steel City Gym. Thibeault made her pro debut while competing under men’s rules, three-minute rounds, on the main card of MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 10 in December 2024, then returned to the ring in March 2025 as part of MVP’s first ever event in Canada, Most Valuable Prospects 11, where she again competed under men’s rules with three-minute rounds and won by knockout in the final second of the first round, proving again the impact of women competing with equal rules to men. Thibeault entered her third pro fight continuing to compete under equal rules over 8, three-minute rounds on the preliminary card of MVP’s historic Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 all-women’s card against then-#1 contender Mary Casamassa, winning by TKO to become the #1 contender with two sanctioning bodies following the bout—one of the fastest-rising world title contenders in history. She earned her most recent TKO win in September 2025 on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 15.

“I’m proud to be part of the first all-women’s main card on ESPN,” said Tamm Thibeault. “ESPN and MVP are making a statement by putting women’s boxing at the forefront, and on Friday, April 17, I’ll be ready to show my talent, my elegance, and exactly why I belong on this stage.”

Nadja Jesus Santos has represented Brazil in national and international competitions and is part of the new generation of athletes helping strengthen women’s boxing in the country. Born in Brazil, she developed an interest in sports at a young age and discovered boxing as both a passion and a path for personal growth. She advanced through regional competitions before representing her state and later Brazil in amateur tournaments, with an amateur record of 65 fights with 50 wins and 15 losses. She is a two-time Brazilian champion as well as the current Brazilian champion. Inside the ring, she is recognized for a tactical style that combines speed with defensive awareness. Her performances have contributed to the continued rise of women’s boxing in Brazil, helping inspire younger athletes to pursue the sport and further expanding opportunities for female fighters nationwide.

“Fighting in New York, at a major MVP event, is proof that all the work, sacrifice, and dedication are paying off,” said Nadja Jesus Santos. “Facing Tamm Thibeault will be a big challenge, but I am prepared and motivated to show my progress inside the ring. Representing my team, my country, and all the people who believe in me gives me even more strength. I will step into that ring with a lot of determination, heart, and desire to win. It is a huge opportunity, and I am ready to seize it.”

MVP’s rising bantamweight contender and Amanda Serrano’s protege, Krystal Rosado is a 23-year-old sensation and Carolina, Puerto Rico native who made her professional debut on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 2 show in August 2023, stunning fans with a ferocious second-round KO. Rosado went on to collect a win on MVP’s historic Serrano vs. Ramos card in October 2023 before appearing in front of her home fans at the legendary Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan as part of MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Ryan Bourland in March 2024, taking home a majority decision win, which she followed with a swift knockout victory at MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 7 in July 2024. She returned for Most Valuable Prospects 9 in October 2024 where she earned a UD win. Following another dominant UD win in March 2025, Rosado competed with three minute rounds—equal rules to men—during the fight week Open Workouts for MVP and Netflix’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 all-women’s mega-event, winning by unanimous decision. She most recently defeated Tania Walters on the Serrano vs. Tellez undercard in January 2026. She is currently ranked the WBA #5, WBO #8, IBF #10, and the WBC #17 contender. 

“I know Fernanda Reyes is coming to fight like the proud Mexican warrior she is and to defend her undefeated record. But I’m coming to New York to give everything I have and continue the great momentum my team and I have been building,” said Krystal Rosado. “I’m ready to put on a spectacular show for the fans and prove once again why I belong at the top. With God on my side, I will step into that ring prepared for war and leave with my hand raised.”

Fernanda Jimena “Torita” Reyes Delgado is a Mexican boxer from Jiquipilco, Mexico who began boxing at the age of 13 after being inspired by her father. Her nickname, “Torita,” originally belonged to her late father, and she adopted it in his honor. Reyes Delgado developed a standout amateur career, compiling an impressive stated amateur record of 80 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws while building a reputation for a style that blends technical skill with aggression and a willingness to exchange in the ring.

“I’m proud to be part of this historic event and facing a talented boxer like Krystal Rosado,” said Fernanda Reyes. “I am sure we will keep the tradition alive of an all out war between Puerto Ricans and Mexicans inside the ring. For those that don’t know me, don’t miss this one. I don’t step back, and I’m coming to win. I am ready to put on a show and come out victorious.”

“MVPW was created to give the best women in boxing the same platform, spotlight, and opportunity as male counterparts in the sport, and this card shows exactly what that looks like,” said Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, co-founders of Most Valuable Promotions. “We’re proud to have women leading the charge with MVPW. This is what true equality in the sport looks like. For years, women fought on the undercards of men’s events, and now the roles can be reversed, with the best female fighters headlining, supported by incredible male talent on the undercard. MVPW-02 highlights the incredible depth of talent in women’s boxing today and bringing this event to New York at Madison Square Garden and delivering it live on ESPN is another major step in establishing MVPW as the global home for women’s boxing.”

US Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey (2-0, 1 KO) was introduced to boxing at age 13 by his football coach Darrell Davis, who also owned a boxing gym. After competing in both sports, Harvey, an Oxon Hill, Maryland native, soon went all-in on boxing and immediately proved his elite potential at the junior, youth, and amateur levels, becoming a 10x national champion. By 18, he was training and sparring with Olympians, including Keyshawn Davis and Duke Ragan. That same year, he captured gold at the 2021 Elite World Championships— becoming the first American male to win the world title since 2007, while competing as one of the youngest athletes in the tournament. The next year, he took home silver at the 2022 Continental Championships and continued to dominate at the international level in 2023, winning gold at the Santiago Pan American Games. The finish qualified him for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he finished as a quarter-finalist. The 22-year-old Harvey signed with Most Valuable Promotions ahead of his professional debut–a knockout win–on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 14 in August 2025, heralded as one of the top prospects in American boxing. He most recently earned a knockout win on the main Netflix card of MVP’s Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day in December 2025. 

“I’m happy to be back on another great stage!” said Jahmal Harvey. “I’m looking to put on another skilled performance at the Mecca of boxing, MSG. Catch me live on ESPN on Friday, April 17.”

He will face Leandro Medina (7-3-1, 4 KOs), the 30-year-old from Rosario, Argentina. Medina returns to the ring following an active year. Fighting four times since July 2025, he notably earned two knockout wins, and most recently went the distance against rising contender Zaquin Moses in January 2026. 

MVP’s 19-year-old multi-talented star Javon “Wanna” Walton (3-0-1, 1 KO) signed with MVP in July 2023 as an athlete under development before making his pro debut in 2024. As the youngest-ever athlete to sign with Nike’s Jordan Brand, Walton has continued to excel as a boxer. Walton began boxing at the age of four, and at age eight became one of America’s youngest amateur prospects, becoming a multi-time Junior Regional Champion and two-time Junior Olympic national silver medalist. The Atlanta native is also a world-renowned actor who captured international attention with his debut role as the beloved drug dealer “Ashtray” in the HBO Max Emmy-winning series Euphoria starring alongside Hollywood icons Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney, and has since continued to co-star in numerous other film and TV titles. He trains under his father and coach, DJ Walton. 

“I’m back in action on Friday, April 17, and I’m hyped to be fighting at such a historic venue like MSG,” said Wanna Walton. “I’ve got strong ties to New York, so it’s the perfect place to showcase everything I’ve been working hard on since my last fight in September.”

Brownsville, Texas 22-year-old Dionne Ruvalcaba (2-2, 1 KO) began boxing at the age of 16 after facing bullying in school, turning to the sport as a way to build confidence, discipline, and resilience. Ruvalcaba competed in 15 amateur bouts, compiling a record of 8 wins and 7 losses while developing a traditional boxer’s style in the ring. Known for his discipline, coachability, and hunger for success, Ruvalcaba continues to develop his craft as a young fighter building his path in the sport.

Following her outstanding amateur career as a 15x US national champion, MVP’s Nat Dove (7-0-1, 2 KOs) 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 made 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. 

“MVPW brought boxing back to ESPN, and I’m blessed to be a part of it,” said Nat Dove. “I’m finally fighting close to home, NEW YORK WHAT UP!”

Maria “La Imparabla” Micheo (14-6, 8 KOs) comes to the ring from Corona, California. She began boxing at the age of 21 and competed in 50 amateur fights. As a pro, she is a two-time world title contender, who contested for the unified IBF and WBO minimumweight titles vs. Yokasta Valle in 2023, and the WBA minimumweight title vs. Senesia Estrada in December 2021, with additional notable fights against other top pound-for-pound fighters including Gabriela Fundora. She steps back into the ring following her latest two TKO wins in August and October 2025. 

MVP’s Raquel “Pretty Beast” Miller is an undefeated professional boxer from San Francisco, California, boasting a record of 13-0 with 6 knockouts and a reign as former WBA Interim super welterweight world champion, currently ranked the WBC #2 contender at 168lbs. A standout talent from the moment she laced up gloves, Miller began boxing in her early 20s and, within just two years, captured the 2012 USA Boxing National Championship and a silver medal at the 2012 Women’s World Championships in Beijing. She also earned a bronze medal at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials and was selected to join the historic first-ever U.S. women’s boxing team for the London 2012 Olympic Games as an alternate. Beyond the ring, Miller is a driven entrepreneur and mentor. She is the founder of PB Brand, a luxury athletic line inspired by her “Pretty Beast” persona, and the co-founder of Ladies In Power, a Bay Area nonprofit empowering youth through mental health support, financial literacy, leadership training, and life skills development. Following her latest first-round TKO win in 2023, Miller took a break from boxing and now will make her return under the MVP banner. 

“I’m excited to make my MVP debut on Friday, April 17 at Madison Square Garden,” said Raquel Miller. “Fighting on the Baumgardner vs. Shin card is a huge opportunity, and I’m ready to show the world why I belong on the big stage.”

Adriana Dos Santos Araújo is a 2x Brazilian Olympian who made history as the first Brazilian woman to win an Olympic medal in boxing. Raised in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, she grew up facing financial hardship and turned to sports as an outlet, initially playing soccer before discovering boxing in her late teens, where her natural talent and determination quickly stood out. Araújo rose through Brazil’s amateur ranks and reached a historic milestone at the 2012 London Olympic Games—the first Olympics to feature women’s boxing—where she won a bronze medal in the lightweight (60 kg) division, becoming the first Brazilian woman to stand on an Olympic boxing podium. She then returned to represent Brazil in the 2016 Rio Olympics. Following her Olympic success, Araújo transitioned to the professional ranks, competing internationally across multiple weight divisions and building a respected career known for her technical skill, speed, and resilience. Today, she is widely regarded as a pioneer of women’s boxing in Brazil, with her accomplishments inspiring a new generation of female fighters and expanding opportunities for women in combat sports across the country.

“I am very happy to be fighting at the best event in the world with MVP in New York, the company that takes care of us women,” said Adriana Araujo. “I am super excited and confident for this fight. I know that Raquel is a great fighter, but she knows who I am. I am training a lot and I will come out with the victory.”

Elon “El Leon” De Jesus (11-1-2, 8 KOs) is a 31-year-old hard-hitting super bantamweight prospect. A 2019 New York Golden Gloves Champion, DeJesus turned professional in 2020. He quickly earned a reputation as a dangerous fighter willing to test himself against tough opposition. With explosive power and a warrior’s mentality, he has delivered thrilling performances that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Proudly representing Dunkirk and Western New York, De Jesus carries the pride of his hometown into every fight. A determined and battle-tested boxer-puncher, Elon DeJesus is a rising force in the super bantamweight division, and a fighter to watch as he pursues his goal of becoming a world champion.

“I’m very excited to be a part of this event, fighting in Madison Square Garden is every fighter’s dream! I appreciate MVP and my manager, Times Square Boxing, for making this opportunity happen,” said Elon De Jesus. “Training camp has been all work and no shortcuts. April 17th I step in that ring to make a statement. Every moment of sacrifice throughout the years led to this moment. I’m hungry, I’m prepared, and I’m coming for the win.”

Connor Adaway (10-2-1, 4 KOs) is a 27-year-old rising contender from Plymouth, Devon, England who has built his professional résumé fighting across Europe, Asia, and now the United States. Adaway has made a strong impact fighting in Atlantic City, recently headlining an August 2025 card and defeating then 15-2 Emmanuel Rodriguez by eighth-round UD. He followed with another statement victory in November 2025, stopping then 20-3 Carlos Jackson by seventh-round TKO in another main event appearance. 

“I’m excited and ready. I’ve had a great camp and I’ve put the work in,” said Connor Adaway. “Elon’s a tough fighter and I respect him, but I know what I’m capable of and I’m ready to show the level I belong at. Coming over from England to fight in America on a stage like Madison Square Garden is something fighters dream about. Especially on a huge MVP show, I’m grateful for the opportunity that they’ve given me but I’m not just coming to take part, I’m coming to make a statement and show everyone exactly who I am.”

Alex “El Toro” Vargas fights out of Bellport, New York. He began boxing at age six and built an accomplished amateur career highlighted by two Junior Olympic titles and a major victory at the New York Golden Gloves, where he won the 165lb title and was named Fighter of the Tournament. A standout multi-sport athlete and captain of the football and wrestling teams in high school, Vargas stepped away from boxing to pursue his education, earning degrees from Suffolk County Community College and SUNY Cortland, and studying Spanish in Colombia. After returning to the sport, he became a 2018 Golden Gloves finalist, then turned professional later that year, developing a reputation for slick footwork and speed while training alongside elite fighters including Richard Commey, Chris Colbert, Chris Algieri, and Sergiy Derevyanchenko. Outside the ring, Vargas serves his community as a police officer with the Suffolk County Police Department.

“I’ve been doubted my entire career, but that’s what motivated me,” said Alex Vargas. “Fighting at Madison Square Garden is a dream, and on Friday, April 17th it’s time to beat another undefeated fighter and prove I belong here.” 

Ryan “The Silent Assassin” O’Rourke was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. With around 70 amateur bouts, he was a finalist at the prestigious Eindhoven Box Cup in 2019 and 2020 Irish National Boxing Championships semifinalist.He then turned pro, earning his first seven wins across the United Kingdom, Spain, and Brussels. He made his U.S. debut in April 2022 with a dominant six-round shutout over Faycal Rezkallah, then returned later that year to score a first-round TKO against Andreas Maier. A tall, rangy 140-pounder who uses his reach, angles, and body work effectively, O’Rourke most recently delivered a standout victory over Boubacar Sylla, further establishing himself as one of Ireland’s rising contenders.

”This is the sort of opportunity I’ve been waiting for. Big thanks to Joe DeGuardia, Sheer Sports and MVP for giving it to me,” said Ryan O’Rourke. “To come all the way from Ireland and fight in such and iconic venue like MSG is a dream come true, but these are the sort of cards and venues I’ve always seen myself boxing on, so on Friday, April 17th I’m coming to put on a standout performance and announce myself on the big stage.”

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About MVP

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) was founded in August 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian with a fighter first ethos. Since inception, MVP has produced 30 live boxing events, currently promotes nearly 60 fighters, 16 world champions, and 26 top contenders.

MVP has led boxing’s evolution in the streaming era through partnerships with the world’s leading platforms. In November 2024, MVP’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 was the first-ever live professional sports event streamed on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event of all time with 125 million live viewers worldwide. MVP went on to partner with Netflix twice in 2025 for MVP’s Taylor vs. Serrano 3 and Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day.

Today, MVP is the global home of women’s boxing. MVP’s Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano in 2022 was the first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden, while Taylor vs. Serrano 2 in 2024 saw 74 million viewers globally on Netflix and became the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with 47 million AMA in the US. Their 2025 trilogy on Netflix topped an all-women’s megacard that set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most world championship belts ever contested on a single fight card, male or female, with 17 world titles, earning nearly 6 million viewers globally. 

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.

It took Anthony Joshua longer then most expected, but once he caught up to Jake Paul, he bludgeoned the YouTube star and scored four knockdowns en-route to a sixth round stoppage at The Kaseya Center in Miami.

Paul started the fight by circling the exterior of the ring like he was trying out for the Olympic track team, not really looking to engage and looking to land a pot shot from time to time. Joshua loaded up on several occasions and swung at air.

Finally in round five, Paul started to look fatigued and Joshua landed some body shots that started to slow Paul down Later In the round, Joshua landed a big right hand that put Paul on the canvas. Joshua started to smell blood and dropped Paul with another right. Paul tried to fight back and was able to get out of the round. With Paul hurt, Joshua scored two knockdowns in round six with the latter being a crushing right to jaw and the Paul did not beat the count at 1:31.

Joshua, 243.4 lbs of Watford, ENG is 29-4 with 26 knockouts. Paul.216.6 lbs of Puerto Rico via Cleveland is 12-2.

Baumgardner Decisions Beaudoin; Retains Unified 130-Pound titles

Alycia Baumgardner retained her IBF/WBA/WBO 130-pound titles with a 12-round unanimous decisions over Leila Beaudoin

In round four, Beaudoin began to swell under left eye.

At the end of round seven, Baumgardner landed a short right to the side of the chin that sent Beaudoin down.

Baumgardner, 129.2 ls of Dallas won by scores of 117-110 twice and 118-109 and is now 17-1. Beaudoin, 130 lbs of Quebec is now13-2.

Anderson Silva Knocks Out Tyron Woodley in 2

50-year-old Anderson Silva stopped Tyron Woodley in round two of a scheduled eight-round cruiserweight bout featuring former UFC champions.

In round two, Silva landed a perfect right uppercut that dropped Woodley hard. Woodley got up but was unable to continue at 1:33.

Silva, 101.4 lbs of Brazil is now 4-2 with three knockouts. Woodleym 194 lbs of Saint Louis is 0-3.

Harvey Decisions Cervantes

Jahmal Harvey scored a six-round unanimous decision over Kevin Cervantes in a super featherweight bout.

In round one, Harvey dropped Cervantes with a left hand.

Harvey landed 185 of 460 punches. Cervantes landed 37 of 196.

Harvey, 129.6 lbs of Oxon Hill, MD won by scores of 60-53 on all cards and is now 2-0. Cervantes, 130 lbs is now 5-1.

In round six, DuBois dropped Panatta with a right hook to the jaw,

Yokasta Valle retained the WBC Strawweight title with a 10-round umajority decision over Yadira Bustillos.

Valle was cut over her right hairline in round three due to accidental headbutt. In round four, Bustillos was cut over her right eye.

Valle landed 154 of 504 punches. Bustillos was 136 of 541.

Valle, 104.8 lbs of San Jose, CR won by scores of 98-92, 96-94 and 95-95 and is now 34-3. Bustillos, 104.6 lbs of Las Vegas is 11-2..

Avious Griffin rebounded from a a knockout defeat to stop Justin Cardona in the opening round of their eight-round welterweight bout.

In round one, Griffin landed a huge left hook that staggered Cardona to the ropes and to the canvas and he did not beat the count at 2:59.

Griffin, 146.4 lbs of Chattanooga, TN is 18-1 with 17 knockouts. Cardona, 145.6 lbs

Olympic Silver medal winner Keno Marley won his pro debut with a four-round unanimous decision over Diarra Davis Jr. in a cruiserweight bout.

Early in round one, Marley landed a perfect right on the whiskers that sent Davis down.

Marley landed 103 of 222 punches. Davis was 25 of 150.

Marley, 198.6 lbs of Sao Paulo, BRA won by scores of 40-35 in all cards and is now 1-0. Davis, 188.4 lbs of Canyon County, CA is 2-2.

Jan Paul Rivera remained undefeated with sixth round stoppage over Daniel Bailey in a featherweight bout at the Caribe Royale in Orlando

In round one, Rivera dropped Bailey with a left hook. Rivera dominated and in round six, Bailey landed an onslaught of punches in cluding a right that put Bailey on the canvas. Finally the bout was stopped at 2:58.

Rivera, 127.2 lbs of Salinas, PR is 13-0 with seven knockouts. Bailey, 126.4 lbs of Miami is 15-3.

Marksman Stops Martinez in 7

Corey Marksman stopped Luis Martinez in round seven of their eight-round lightweight out.

Marksman dominated from the outset and in round eight wobbled Martinez in two occasions. In round seven, Marksman landed two hard rights to the head and the fight was stopped at 19 seconds.

Marksman, 134.2 lbs of Orlando is 12-0-1 with nine knockouts. Martinez, 134.8 lbs of Isabela, PR is 9-2.

Jahmal Harvey Wins Pro Debut By Stoppage After 1

2024 U.S. Olympian Jahmal Harvey made a successful pro debut by stopping Marcelo Del Aguila after round of their six-round super featherweight bout.

Harvey dominated the opening round and Del Aguila did not come out for the second round.

Harvey, 129.6 lbs of Oxon Hill, NJ is 1-0 with one knockout. Del Aguila, 130 lbs of Lima, PER is 5-2.

Yoelvis Gomez Decisions Humaine

Yoelvis Gomez a 10-round majority decision over Edwine Humaine in a super welterweight bout.

Gomez, 154 lbs of Las Vegas vis Havana, CUB won by scores of 97-93, 96-94 and 95-95 and is now 9-1. Humaine, 153.4 lbs of Springfield, MA vis Port-ai-Prince, HAI is 9-2.

In a mild upset, Alex Rios won a eight-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Tayre Jones in a super lightweight bout.By

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

Rios, 139.8 lbs of St. Cloud, FL via Bayamon, PR won by scores of 78-74 on all cards and is now 10-2. Jones, 1394 lbs of St. Petersburg, FL is 13-1.

Damazian Van Houter stopped Colby Madison in the opening round of their six-round heavyweight bout.

In round one, Van Houter landed a huge right that sent Madison to the canvas for the count at 2:32

Van Houter, 215.8 lbs of St. Petersburg, FL is 9-0 with six knockouts. Madison, 259 lbs of Baltimore is 11-9-3.

Carlos De Leon stopped Hamilton Blandon in round two of their six-round featherweight bout.

In round two, De Leon landed some vicious shots to the head and the fight was called at 2:47.

De Leon, 128 lbs of Cupey Alto, PR is now 5-0 with four knockouts. Blandon, 124.6 of Miami via Nicaragua is now 3-2-1.

Sebastian Juarez stopped Louis Hernandez in round four of their six-round super welterweight bout.

In round three, Juarez landed a left that was followed by a short right that put Hernandez on the canvas.

In round four, Juarez hurt Hernandez with a right hand and the a big head combination ensued and the fight was stopped at 1:19.

Juarezm 156.6 lbs of Brownsville, TX is 9-0 with seven knockouts. Hernandez, 161 lbs of Forrest, MS is 11-4-1.

Pedro Da Silva Conceicao scored an explosive second round stoppage over Renny Viamonte in a six-round welterweight bout.

In round two, Conceicao landed a jab to the bod that was followed by a crushing right to the head that sprawled Viamonte face-first on the canvas and the fight was over at

Conceicao, 145.4 lbs of Sorocaba. BRA is 5-0 with three kbockouts. Viamonte, 145.8 lbs of Las Vegas via Cuba is 4-3-1.

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NEW YORK, NY – August 6, 2025 – Most Valuable Promotions today announced that US Olympian,  amateur world champion, and top American boxing prospect Jahmal Harvey is the latest elite signee to the company. Harvey will make his hotly-anticipated professional debut in a 6-round super featherweight bout at 130lbs vs. Peru’s Marcelo Del Aguila (5-1, 1 KO) on MVP’s upcoming Most Valuable Prospects 14 on Friday, August 22 as part of MVP’s back-2-back weekend at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida. Most Valuable Prospects 14 will be available globally for free on both DAZN.com and the DAZN app with no subscription required. The 22-year-old Harvey joins MVP’s decorated roster of top boxing prospects including 2x Canadian Olympian and amateur world champion Tamm Thibeault, 19x US National champion and Team USA star Sa’Rai Brown-El, 2x Brazilian Olympian Keno Marley, 15x US National champion Nat “No Love” Dove, and 2x US national champion Alex Gueche.

US Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey was introduced to boxing at age 13 by his football coach Darrell Davis, who also owned a boxing gym. After competing in both sports, Harvey, an Oxon Hill, Maryland native, soon went all-in on boxing and immediately proved his elite potential at the junior, youth, and amateur levels, becoming a 10x national champion. By 18, he was training and sparring with Olympians, including Keyshawn Davis and Duke Ragan. That same year, he captured gold at the 2021 Elite World Championships— becoming the first American male to win the world title since 2007, while competing as one of the youngest athletes in the tournament. The next year, he took home silver at the 2022 Continental Championships and continued to dominate at the international level in 2023, winning gold at the Santiago Pan American Games. The finish qualified him for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he finished as a quarter-finalist. The 22-year-old Harvey now signs with Most Valuable Promotions ahead of his professional debut on MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects 14 on Friday, August 22, heralded as one of the top prospects in American boxing. His opponent will be 26-year-old Peruvian prospect Marcelo Del Aguila (5-1, 1 KO). Del Aguila comes to the ring with a current three-win streak, including his latest victory by first-round TKO in July 2025.

“I’m signing with Most Valuable Promotions because I believe it’s the best fit for me to become MVP of the sport,” said Jahmal Harvey. “Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian are changing the game and putting athletes on the biggest stages, and I’m excited to be part of it. We share a vision for my future and I can’t wait to start the journey with my pro debut on Friday, August 22.”

“I believe Jahmal Harvey is the most promising male boxing prospect to come out of Team USA this decade, with the potential to define the future of men’s professional boxing,” said Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder and CEO of MVP. “His natural talent combined with world-class work ethic and sheer passion for the sport are building blocks that will allow him to become a global star at MVP. Jahmal choosing to work with us is a reflection of MVP’s leadership in boxing for the next generation of boxers and fans. I look forward to his debut this month on Most Valuable Prospects 14 and I am confident he will make a statement from the moment he steps into the ring.”

“When I went to Colorado Springs with Team USA ahead of the Paris Olympics, I was able to meet Jahmal and the rest of the team while training with them and providing them with mental strength techniques,” said Jake Paul, co-founder of MVP. “Even among the best amateur talents in the US, Jahmal immediately stood out to me as the full package, with potential to become a future world champion and massive star with MVP. It is an honor to now welcome him to the team, and I can’t wait to see him put the super featherweight division on notice starting Friday, August 22.”

The Most Valuable Prospects series is produced and marketed by MVP, promoted by MVP and Boxlab Promotions, and distributed globally by DAZN. The 14th event in the series, hosted by the Caribe Royale Resort, will continue the commitment from MVP co-founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian to highlight the world’s best up-and-coming boxing talent. CELSIUS Live Fit Essential Energy, maker of lifestyle energy drink, is the exclusive energy drink sponsor of MVP and the Most Valuable Prospects series. Fansly, TORKLAW, and Event Tickets Center have also joined on to sponsor the Most Valuable Prospects series.

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

About MVP

MVP was founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian in 2021. With the mission to provide more creative control to fighters, MVP works to identify, grow, and maximize returns for its own events and talent partners. One year into its inception, MVP was nominated as one of the prestigious Sports Breakthroughs of the Year in 2022 by Sports Business Journal. MVP has produced Jake Paul’s last six global pay-per-view events, including the recent Paul vs. Perry match. The promotion company also signed one of the most decorated Hispanic athletes of all time, Amanda Serrano in its first year. Serrano and MVP made history in April of 2022 when Serrano went head to head with Katie Taylor, marking the first female fight to headline at Madison Square Garden, earning a nomination for Event of The Year by Sports Business Journal. MVP made history again in November 2024 with Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2, the first-ever live professional sports event on Netflix. MVP’s Paul vs. Tyson streamed live globally on Netflix and shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. Co-founder Nakisa Bidarian was an executive producer of Paul vs. Tyson and the historic Triller Presents Mike Tyson v. Roy Jones Jr., which was the 8th most bought pay-per-view event in history.