The KIA Forum in Inglewood, California, was the epicenter of boxing action as Giovani “Galo de Oro” Santillan (32-0, 16 KOs) squared off against WBO NABO welterweight champion Alexis “Lex” Rocha (23-2, 15 KOs).
The main event was a testament to both fighters’ skills, with Santillan ultimately stopping Rocha in the sixth round. Rocha began strong in the first round, but Santillan retaliated in the second, drawing blood from Rocha’s nose. The following rounds were a display of relentless combat, with Santillan dropping Rocha in the fifth. The sixth round saw Santillan's dominance, landing multiple punches that led to Referee Corona ending the bout.
In the co-main event, WBA Continental Americas Super Fly champion John “Scrappy” Ramirez (13-0, 9 KOs) faced Ronal Batista (15-4, 9 KOs) in a WBA world title fight eliminator. Ramirez asserted his dominance from the get-go, pushing Batista into a defensive stance. By the fourth round, Ramirez's power was evident, as he floored Batista with a potent left to the body. The fight was halted by Referee Jack Reiss, marking another victory for Ramirez.
In the undercard, an exhilarating bout between Ricardo “El Nino” Sandoval (23-2, 16 KOs) and Victor “Chucky” Sandoval (37-4, 23 KOs) kept fans on the edge of their seats. The ten-round contest was filled with back-and-forth action. Victor showcased his skills early on, but Ricardo’s determination shone through, even with a cut on his left eyebrow and swelling around his left eye. The judges’ scores reflected the close nature of the bout, with Ricardo securing the win.
The night also spotlighted a bout between former world champion Arely “Ametralladora” Mucini (32-4-2, 11 KOs) and the rising southpaw Gabriela “Sweet Poison” Fundora (12-0, 5 KOs). Fundora’s height and reach advantage were evident, with Mucini finding it challenging to counter. Fundora’s prowess peaked in the fifth round when she dropped Mucini twice, prompting Referee Jack Reiss to call an end to the contest. The event was a celebration of boxing talent, with each fight offering its own set of highlights and drama.
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