Jose Ramirez is set to headline a homecoming fight in Fresno on April 27, marking his debut with Golden Boy Promotions, with rising star Vergil Ortiz Jr. also featuring on the card. The event, set to captivate the Central California audience at the Save Mart Arena, signals Ramirez’s ambition to reclaim championship glory in the 140-pound division.
Ramirez, previously a unified champion at 140 pounds, is currently weighing his options between two ranked contenders: Sergey Lipinets, a former IBF super-lightweight champion, and Rances Barthelemy, a former IBF lightweight champion. The decision between Lipinets, who lost his title to Mikey Garcia in 2018, and Barthelemy, with his own history of title fights at 140 pounds, underscores Ramirez’s determination to navigate a path back to the top.
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For Ortiz, the April 27 card offers an opportunity to continue his ascent in the junior-middleweight ranks. Coming off a first-round knockout of Fredrick Lawson in January, Ortiz aims to elevate the caliber of his opposition as he seeks to solidify his position among the division’s elite. Despite recent challenges, including overcoming the blood disorder rhabdomyolysis, Ortiz remains a formidable contender within Golden Boy Promotions’ roster.
The Fresno event is part of Golden Boy Promotions’ dynamic spring schedule, which also features Ryan Garcia’s title challenge against Devin Haney and Jaime Munguia’s bout against Canelo Alvarez. As Ramirez and Ortiz prepare to showcase their skills on DAZN, boxing fans can anticipate a night of high-caliber action and compelling matchups as these fighters look to make their mark on the sport.
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