This week is off to an exciting start with some fantastic boxing events on the way, so get ready to witness the perfect blend of skill, strategy, and raw power as top contenders and rising stars alike step into the ring to showcase their mastery and decide who is better. In the coming 7 days, the following events will take place:
Wednesday, April 5
▪️A welterweight showdown consisting of ten rounds is set to occur between Carlos Sanchez Valdez and Alexander Duran in Mexico City on ProBoxTV. Sanchez achieved a 7th round knockout win against Elvis Torres in October 2022, while Duran most recently faced Edwin Bennett, securing a victory by points after eight rounds.
Thursday, April 6
▪️Angel “Tito” Acosta will participate in a 12-round flyweight bout against Angelino “Huracan” Cordova in California on DAZN. Acosta’s latest fight took place at the same location in May 2022, where he triumphed over Janel Rivera through a knockout. In June of the previous year, Cordova faced Axel Aragon Vega, ultimately claiming victory in a closely contested split decision, favoring the Venezuelan.
Friday, April 7
▪️Junior welterweight prospect Shinard Bunch will meet unbeaten Bryan Flores in California on Showtime.
Saturday, April 8
▪️WBC and WBA champion Kenshiro “The Amazing Boy” Teraji will face Anthony Olascuaga in Japan, with the match airing on ESPN+. The Japanese combatant's most recent fight was in November 2022, achieving victory over Kyoguchi via stoppage, while his opponent also in the previous year defeated Marco Sustaita and secured the WBA flyweight title.
▪️Meanwhile, Tokyo-based Shuichiro Yoshino is set to compete against Shakur Stevenson who makes his lightweight debut in New Jersey, also being broadcasted on ESPN.
▪️In another highly anticipated matchup, former WBC super flyweight champion Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez will go head-to-head with Cristian Gonzalez in San Antonio, available for viewing on DAZN.
▪️Lastly, the unbeaten super welterweight sensation Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora will take on Brian Mendoza in California, with the fight being showcased on Showtime.
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