It was a lively night at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida, as fans packed the venue to witness several key matchups. Tensions ran high,especially given some late-week drama at the weigh-in that threatened to shake up the evening’s proceedings.
In the main event, Austin Williams showcased the progress he’s made since suffering a tough loss last year. He used his experience to maintain a steady pace against Patrice Volny, mixing sharp combination work with disciplined footwork. Volny had his moments, landing some powerful punches that kept Williams on alert, but it was Williams who proved consistently effective over the course of the fight. After twelve rounds, the judges handed down a unanimous decision to Williams, prompting promoter Eddie Hearn to suggest that a world title shot should be on the horizon.
In the co-feature, Edgar Berlanga exploded back into headlines by blasting out Jonathan Gonzalez-Ortiz in the first round. Despite Berlanga’s recent weigh-in controversy and a reported illness, he showed no signs of sluggishness once the bell rang. His left hook found a home early, flooring Gonzalez-Ortiz and setting the tone. Moments later, more heavy artillery forced the referee to halt the action at 2:31 of the opening frame. Afterward, Berlanga announced his plans to enter free agency and targeted possible showdowns with Jaime Munguia, Jermall Charlo, and Caleb Plant.
Young junior middleweight Omari Jones made his professional debut, squaring off with Alessio Mastronunzio. Jones impressed the Orlando crowd with his crisp punching and effective use of distance. Mastronunzio tried to apply pressure, but Jones’s accuracy and agility gave him the clear edge. By the final bell, it was evident that Jones had secured a comfortable points victory, launching his career on a positive note.
Another intriguing matchup featured Jamaine Ortiz taking on Yomar Alamo in the light welterweight division. Both fighters showed strong technical skill, trading momentum in the early rounds. As the bout wore on, Ortiz’s speed and combination punching gradually won him the upper hand. Alamo tried to rally late, but Ortiz closed strong, earning a decision that could help him line up bigger opportunities down the road.
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