On November 17, 2024, there were some exciting boxing matches that took place, showcasing the skills and determination of the fighters involved.
Firstly, Arnold Barboza Jr., the undefeated WBO #1-ranked boxer, faced off against Jose Ramirez, a former unified super lightweight champion. Barboza emerged victorious in a ten-round unanimous decision, displaying a technical prowess that kept Ramirez at bay throughout the fight. The judges’ scores reflected Barboza’s dominance, with scores of 97-93, 96-94, 96-94 in his favor.
In another thrilling matchup, William “El Camarón” Zepeda, who is highly rated by the WBC, WBA, and WBO, took on Tevin “2X” Farmer for the WBC interim 135lb title. Despite being dropped by Farmer in the fourth round, Zepeda’s relentless work rate earned him a split decision win, with scores of 95-94, 95-94 in his favor and 95-94 for Farmer.
Additionally, the WBO Champion Oscar “El Pupilo” Collazo faced off against Thammanoon “Knockout CP Freshmart” Niyomtrong in a minimum unification fight. Collazo delivered a stunning performance, knocking out Niyomtrong in the seventh round after dropping him twice in the previous round. The fight ended at 1:29, showcasing Collazo’s power and skill in the ring.
In a separate match, WBA #9 super lightweight Oscar “La Migraña” Duarte secured a ten-round unanimous decision victory over Botirzhon Akhmedov, with scores of 98-92, 97-93, 96-94 in his favor. The fight demonstrated Duarte’s boxing abilities and determination to emerge victorious.
Finally, local favorite Ziyad Almaayouf and Juan Garcia engaged in a closely contested six-round welterweight bout, resulting in a split draw. Both fighters showcased their skills and resilience, making it an entertaining match for the audience.
Overall, the boxing matches on November 17, 2024, provided fans with a display of talent, determination, and sportsmanship from the fighters involved. Each match was a testament to the hard work and dedication that goes into competing at the highest level of the sport.
