The Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California, was the stage for an electrifying night of boxing, featuring a blend of knockout victories, tactical battles, and a showcase of sheer resilience and determination. The event was a testament to the diverse skills and heart displayed by the fighters, each bringing their unique approach to the ring.

The main event spotlighted Tito Sanchez (11-0, 7 KOs) of Cathedral City, California, who faced the challenge of Walter Santibanes (12-2, 2 KOs) in a ten-round featherweight contest. Sanchez’s performance was a masterclass in boxing, as he nearly doubled Santibanes’ punch output, landing 275 of 1087 total punches (25.3%) compared to Santibanes’ 98 of 557 (17.6%). Despite facing a formidable opponent known for upsetting rising prospects, Sanchez’s skill and determination earned him a unanimous decision victory with scores of 99-91, 99-91, and 98-92.

In the undercard, the unbeaten Atlantic City native celebrated his third-round knockout victory over Jerome Clayton with an exuberant “worm” dance across the ring. Figueroa (7-0, 6 KOs) demonstrated his power and precision, scoring three knockdowns and sealing the victory at 1:57 of the third round. This win marked a return to the knockout column for Figueroa, five months after his first career distance fight.

In another notable bout, Jorge Chavez (9-0, 7 KOs) continued his winning streak with a second consecutive stoppage victory. Chavez’s aggressive and high-paced approach overwhelmed Jerson Ortiz (17-10, 8 KOs), leading to Ortiz’s corner ending the fight after just two rounds. Chavez’s performance was a display of his growing prowess in the ring, further solidifying his status as a fighter to watch.

The card also featured Ricardo Ruvalcaba (11-0-1, 9 KOs), who maintained his unbeaten record but saw his five-fight knockout streak come to an end. In a closely contested eight-round battle, Ruvalcaba emerged victorious over Irving Macias (15-4, 10 KOs) with unanimous decision scores of 80-72, 80-72, and 78-74. The fight was a test of Ruvalcaba's resilience, as he had to overcome a cut from a clash of heads in the fifth round.

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