At the Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot, San Juan, Puerto Rico, an unforeseen turn of events led to a thrilling night of boxing that captivated the audience.
Originally scheduled to defend her titles, WBA, WBO, IBF, and IBO World Featherweight Champion Amanda Serrano was forced to withdraw due to an eye injury, setting the stage for an unexpected main event. Cruiserweight Jake “The Problem Child” Paul (9-1, 6 KOs) seized the spotlight with a first-round stoppage over Ryan Bourland (17-3, 6 KOs) at 2:37 of the scheduled ten rounds. Paul’s dominance was evident as he unleashed a series of powerful punches, culminating in a decisive victory.
In other action, WBO World Light Flyweight champion Jonathan “Bomba” Gonzalez (28-3-1, 14 KOs) secured a victory over Rene “Chulo” Santiago (12-4, 9 KOs) after twelve competitive rounds. The fight showcased skill and determination, with Gonzalez ultimately prevailing with scores of 116-112, 117-111, and 115-113.
The event also featured a notable performance by super featherweight Christopher “Pitufo” Diaz (28-4, 18 KOs) who stopped Headley Scott (18-2, 12 KOs) at 1:48 of the second round. Diaz’s comeback was marked by impressive precision and power, signaling his readiness for future challenges.
Welterweight prospect Elijah Flores (8-0, 3 KOs) added to his unbeaten record with a fourth-round stoppage over Alejandro Munera (8-9-4, 7 KOs). Flores’s performance underscored his potential as a rising star in the division.
The night also saw super flyweight Krystal Rosado (3-0, 1 KO), earn a close majority decision over Gloria Munguilla (5-1, 0 KOs), after four action-packed rounds. The fight was closely contested, with Rosado's edge in skill and technique making the difference.
Featherweight Javon “Wanna” Walton (1-0-1, 1 KO) of Atlanta, GA, and Joshua Torres (0-1-2, 0 KOs), battled to a majority draw in a match that showcased Walton's boxing skills and Torres’s resilience.
Super lightweight Omar Pacheco and Christopher Ortiz concluded the evening with a majority draw. Both fighters, making their professional debut, displayed heart and determination, leaving the audience anticipating their next steps in the boxing world.
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