Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk:
Berinchyk wins by SD.
Giovani Santillan vs. Brian Norman Jr.:
Norman Jr. wins by KO in 10th round.
Richard Torrez Jr. vs. Brandon Moore:
Torrez Jr. wins by TKO in 5th round
Jonathan Mansour vs. Anel Dudo:
Mansour wins by UD.
Emiliano Vargas vs. Angel Varela Urena:
Vargas wins by KO in 6th round.
Alan Garcia vs. Wilfredo Flores:
Garcia wins by UD.
Jonathan Lopez vs. Edgar Ortega:
Lopez wins by KO in 8th round.
Art Barrera Jr. vs. Levy Josue Garcia Benitez:
Art Barrera Jr. wins by UD.
Emanuel Navarrete will face Denys Berinchyk for the vacant WBO lightweight title on May 18th, broadcasted on ESPN platforms from the Pechanga Arena in San Diego. This match presents Navarrete, a seasoned champion in three weight classes, with the opportunity to claim his fourth division world title over the course of his distinguished 12-year career.
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Bob Arum, the promoter from Top Rank, expressed excitement over bringing Navarrete’s quest for another world title to the passionate boxing fans in San Diego. Navarrete’s recent performances, including a draw against Robson Conceicao and a shaky win over Liam Wilson, have sparked discussions among fans and critics about his current form and position in his career.
This upcoming bout has significant implications for both fighters. For Navarrete, a victory not only secures him another world title but potentially sets up a high-profile fight against the winner of the George Kambosos Jr. vs. Vasily Lomachenko match for the IBF 135-lb title. For Berinchyk, at 35 years old, this fight is critical as he seeks to capitalize on this opportunity without much time left in his career.
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The choice of Navarrete to face Berinchyk has also stirred discussions in the boxing community, particularly concerning Shakur Stevenson, who had expressed interest in facing Navarrete. Stevenson, disappointed by Navarrete’s decision, will have to look for other opportunities as Navarrete and Berinchyk prepare to clash for the vacant title.
In the co-main event, Giovani Santillan (32-0, 17 KOs) squares off with fellow unbeaten up-and-comer Brian Norman Jr (25-0, 19 KOs). Santillan, ranked number one in the WBO welterweight rankings, is known for his power, having secured 17 knockout victories, including a notable win over top contender Alexis Rocha in October. Norman, the son of former boxer Brian Norman, boasts 19 knockouts of his own and won three fights in 2023.
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Heavyweights Richard Torrez Jr. (9-0, 9 KOs) and Brandon Moore (14-0, 8 KOs) will go head-to-head in a battle of unbeatens. Torrez, a silver medalist at the 2020 Olympics and a two-time U.S. National Champion has won all his fights by knockout, including four victories in 2023. Moore, who ended 2023 by winning the NABF junior heavyweight title, is eager to halt Torrez’s momentum.
In lightweight action, Alan Garcia (12-0, 10 KOs) will take on Wilfredo Flores (10-2-1, 5 KOs). Garcia, a promising prospect who recently signed a long-term deal with Top Rank, has started boxing at the age of seven. Flores, on a two-fight losing streak and competing in California for the first time, will look to turn his fortunes around against the young and talented Garcia.
Finally, featherweights Jonathan Lopez (14-0, 10 KOs) and Edgar Ortega (14-2-2, 7 KOs) will clash. Lopez, nicknamed "La Roca," has won eight of his last nine fights via knockout. He will be making his 2024 debut after an impressive 5-0 run in 2023. Ortega, currently on a four-fight win streak, will be fighting in the U.S. for just the third time.
Main card:
▪️Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk, 12 rounds, for the vacant WBO lightweight title
▪️Giovani Santillan vs. Brian Norman Jr., 12 rounds, welterweight
Prelims:
▪️Richard Torrez Jr vs. Brandon Moore, 8 rounds, heavyweight
▪️Jonny Mansour vs. Anel Dudo, 4 rounds, lightweight
▪️Emiliano Vargas vs. Angel Varela Urena, 6 rounds, lightweight
▪️Alan Garcia vs. Wilfredo Flores, 8 rounds, lightweight
▪️Jonathan Lopez vs. Edgar Ortega, 8 rounds, junior lightweight
▪️Art Barrera vs. Levy Josue Garcia Benitez, 4 rounds, junior welterweight
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