Elijah Garcia, the 20-year-old middleweight sensation from Buckeye, Arizona, is rapidly carving out a name for himself in the boxing world. With an unblemished record of 15-0, Garcia is gearing up for his third fight this year against Jose Armando Resendiz in a highly anticipated 10-round bout on September 30th. This isn't just any fight; Garcia will be opening his second consecutive PPV card, this time preceding the Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo showdown at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Reflecting on his journey, Garcia stated, “This has been the best year of my career. Now I’m in back-to-back pay-per-view events. It’s like a snap of the finger and I’m blowing up.” He’s not just riding the wave of success; he’s preparing diligently, acknowledging the challenge Resendiz brings to the table. The 24-year-old Resendiz, fresh off a victory against former unified super welterweight champion Jarrett Hurd, is a formidable opponent, but Garcia remains undeterred, saying, “I’m ready for it.”
Garcia’s rapid ascent in the boxing world is noteworthy. Turning pro in February 2020, he’s already fought 46 rounds. His recent opponents, including Resendiz, have a combined record of 67-7-2, showcasing the level of competition he’s faced.
However, Garcia has his sights set higher than just being a prospect. Already ranked in the top 10 by major boxing organizations, he’s eyeing the 160-pound division title by 2024. “I want to be a world champion at 21 years old,” Garcia confidently declared, emphasizing his commitment to the path laid out by his team and his unwavering faith.
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