Oscar Valdez

3 October 2022

Archie Sharp expects to face Mexican for vacant WBO world title

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No.1 contender Archie Sharp expects to face Oscar Valdez for the vacant WBO world junior lightweight title.

Sharp has been at the top of the WBO’s rankings for almost a year and has relentlessly banged the drum for a fight with US star Shakur Stevenson.

But with Stevenson now set on moving up to lightweight, ‘Sharpshooter’ hopes the WBO confirm that he will battle it out for the vacant title – and he believes Mexico’s Valdez would be his opponent.

“Ideally, me versus Valdez, is what will happen,” Sharp told Probellum.com.

“I’m No1, Valdez is No.3 and so that fight makes sense. I’m blessed to have a great team and I’m sure Probellum can get what we want over the line. At the minute, I’m just sitting here and waiting. I’m just keeping myself in shape and just being prepared to get the phone call to say there’s a big fight.”

He added: “Valdez is a typical Mexican fighter, he’s game, he’s strong and he’s always in good shape. He’s a great fighter and he’s done a lot over the years, but I feel I will do exactly what Shakur did to him and out-box him. And if we put the pressure on him, who knows, we might be able to get him out of there.”

Sharp (22-0, 9KOs) has been chasing down a fight with Stevenson for a long time but says the American’s decision to leave the weight class, means he has instantly shifted his focus to ex-WBC champ Valdez.

But the 27-year-old Brit still believes that one day, he and Stevenson will fight.

“Shakur has been the name in my head for a long time now,” he said.

“And everyone else has been running away from him while I’ve been running straight towards that fight because the fight I’ve always wanted.

“He’s now gone to 135 so, ideally, what I want to do is take care of business at 130lbs and then I will be looking to move up. Regardless the fight is going to happen one day, whatever the weight.

“But for now, the next person to look for is Valdez. Hopefully in the next week or so I can get confirmation but now I’m excited and I’m grateful and I’m blessed to be in this position.”

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1 May 2022

WBO champ Shakur Stevenson dominates Oscar Valdez, claims WBC belt

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Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson

MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, USA – 30 April 2022

A superstar was born. WBO junior lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson outboxed and outfoxed WBC champion Oscar Valdez via unanimous decision (118-109 2x and 117-110) Saturday evening in from of 10,102 fans at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. With the win, Stevenson earned the Ring Magazine title and status as the division’s top dog.

Stevenson (18-0, 9 KOs) established the southpaw jab in the early going, and Valdez (30-1, 23 KOs) could not get his offense going outside of pockets of success in the third round. In the sixth, Stevenson spun Valdez into the ropes and knocked him down with a right hand.

It was all Stevenson in the second half of the fight, who built an insurmountable lead on the cards. Valdez won the 12th round on all three judges’ cards, but it was too little, too late. Stevenson asserted his dominance and is now the 130-pound king.

Stevenson said, “This victory means everything. I told ya’ll what I was going to do. I said I’m gonna beat Valdez, Canelo and Eddy Reynoso, so that was my game plan, beat the whole team and I feel good about it. Much respect to them, but that was my game plan.

“I want to collect all the belts at 130 and become undisputed. I deserve to be a superstar, so that’s what I gotta do.”

“He did what he had to do to win the fight,” Valdez said. “He’s a great fighter. His speed is there. Power is there. He was just he better fighter tonight. Overall, a great fighter.”

With this win, Stevenson improved his record to 18-0, with 9 knockouts. Oscar Valdez lost his unbeaten record, leaving his record at 30-1, with 23 knockouts.

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29 April 2022

Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson – Fight card press conference quotes

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Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson

MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, USA – 30 April 2022

Valdez-Stevenson goes down SATURDAY (10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT) at the MGM Grand Garden Arena LIVE on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+

WBC champion Oscar Valdez (30-0, 23 KOs) and WBO king Shakur Stevenson (17-0, 9 KOs) had their first fight week faceoff Thursday, two days out from their unification showdown at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Valdez-Stevenson, an eight-round lightweight co-feature between U.S. Olympic silver medalist Keyshawn Davis and Esteban Sanchez, and the four-round Nico Ali Walsh-Alejandro Ibarra middleweight special attraction will be broadcast live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.

At Thursday’s press conference, this is what the fighters had to say.

Oscar Valdez

“I’m very excited for this. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve dreamt of these kinds of opportunities, to be fighting for unified championships and to be fighting in Las Vegas. I’m just very excited right now to be in this mega fight, and I can’t wait. I’m anxious to step in the ring on April 30.”

“It’s the perfect time to have this fight now. Shakur Stevenson is a two-time world champion right now. I’m a two-time world champion as well. It’s the perfect time. Let’s prove who is the best 130-pounder. Let’s get it on April 30. Let’s just show it. I think it’s the correct time to do it.

On Shakur Making his Pro Debut on Valdez’s Undercard

“Just like in this fight, I was very focused on the fight that I had in front of me. I had known about Shakur Stevenson. I saw him in the Olympics. He was a great fighter then, and he’s turned into a great champion now. I don’t remember at all that day because I was very focused on my fight in the same way I am focused on this fight. In each and every fight, I take things very seriously. I just focus on one thing: beating my opponent.”

“It was great to train beside Canelo Alvarez. There are always things you can learn from fighters who have great experience. But it doesn’t matter at the end of the day because the ones who are going to be inside the ring are me and Shakur. It doesn’t matter if Canelo trains me or teaches me different things. At the end of the day, it’s about who has the biggest heart in the ring on April 30.”

Shakur Stevenson

“I speak the truth every time I talk. I felt like he didn’t want to fight me at 126. Now we’re here at 130. He was trying to fight [Emanuel] Navarrete before fighting me. But we’re here now. We can’t keep talking about that. The fight is Saturday, and I’m ready to fight.”

“I never said I’m on the pound-for-pound list yet. I said that after this fight, once I get past Oscar Valdez, I’ll be on the pound-for-pound list.”

“I’ve been waiting on this moment my whole life. It’s taken years and years of training, since I was an amateur, to prepare for this moment. I feel like I’m ready.”

“When Bud [Crawford] was in my camp, he came and we sparred each other. I feel like it was different from his camp because he had Canelo with him during every step of the way. Canelo was right there next to him telling him out to hook and jab. They were with each other step of the way. So, when I beat him, I’m going to feel good beating him, Canelo, Eddy Reynoso, the whole team.”

On turning pro on Valdez’s undercard

“I was on his undercard. I was focused on my fight, but then I saw his fight in the main event. I was definitely thinking about me and him fighting later on. I knew we were at the same weight. It was always in my head that we were going to fight.”

“I think he’s going to bang. That’s it. I think he’s trying to trick me into thinking he’s going to box me and be technical. I’m not falling for that. I’m ready for the Oscar Valdez who goes in there throwing hooks and putting pressure.”

Bob Arum

“I really feel terrific. This shows how boxing should be produced. You’ll see in the main event two fighters who’ve had all of their professional fights with Top Rank. Now, they’ll be facing off against each other. And on my right, we have two prospects, one of whom has had an extensive amateur background and is considered by many to be the best amateur to come out of the United States in many years in Keyshawn Davis. The other is a young man who had very little amateur experience, but he has undertaken the task of making himself a great fighter in the professional ranks with the idea of making his late grandfather, the first fighter I promoted, Muhammad Ali, proud. Those are really great boxing stories. We’ll see that unfold on Saturday night.”

Keyshawn Davis

“Honestly, I would just like to keep these performances going. Ever since people started putting attention on me, I just feel like I’ve been rising to the occasion every single time. Every time I get into the ring, I put on spectacular performances. Expect another spectacular performance on Saturday night, as well as in the main event with my brother Shakur Stevenson. Me and him have been sharing this dream for years now. I’m just excited to be fighting alongside him.”

“Honestly, I’m just going to go out there and do what I do. And I feel like when I do what I do, it’s going to be a specular performance, as well as for Shakur.”

Esteban Sanchez

“It’s the first time I’ll be fighting here in the United States. I am very excited because it’s the first time I’ll be fighting at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. For me, it’s been a dream. It’s also a dream for any boxer who is just starting out and says, ‘I want to fight at MGM in Las Vegas.’ So, I’m very excited. And, thank God, the stage hasn’t affected me that much, so we are very happy.”

“We are going to carry out a strategy that I’ve been working out for some time with my coach, Joe Vargas. Saturday, we’ll do our work like Keyshawn will do his work. I hope it’s a great fight for all the people.”

“More than anything, you’ll see a lot of strategy, technique, and brains. In Mexico, there is a lot of heart. We will also bring that as well. We will combine all of that to deliver a great fight.”

Nico Ali Walsh

“I feel amazing. I think we all know at this point that the main event is probably going to be one of the fights of the year. They are two extremely talented fighters, and being a part of it is a huge honor, and I’m very glad to be fighting here in my hometown.”

“Everyone has tough fights at some point in their career. I’m glad I was able to get that experience early on. I was able to come back stronger, and you saw that in my fight in January. Now I’ve had the time to spar some of the best guys in the world, and I’m back. This time, I’ll be able to showcase more than I did in January.”

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27 April 2022

Stevenson vs. Valdez prediction made as Archie Sharp sends warning

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Archie Sharp says he has the game-plan to cause Shakur Stevenson problems and believes the American is worried about fighting him.

Sharp is backing Stevenson to become unified super-featherweight champion this weekend when he faces Oscar Valdez in Las Vegas – and ‘Sharpshooter’ wants to be his next opponent.

Stevenson is the WBO title holder and Sharp has been breathing down his neck, as the No1 ranked contender with the sanctioning body, since November.

The Essex fighter admits he faces a “crucial” period in his career to turn his lofty rating with the WBO into the position of mandatory challenger for Stevenson.

“A lot of people are running away from Stevenson and for good reason, he’s a very good fighter and people are saying he’s the next big thing, but everyone who has fought him has come in with the same game-plan,” said the unbeaten Sharp.

“He is wary of me because I am so unorthodox and that would cause him problems. Other people are running away from him but I’m heading directly at him – I want that fight.

“But I need to get myself into the mandatory position with the WBO and so I have to be in good fights. If I have to wait for Stevenson, then get me someone who is at world level.

“This is a crucial time for me because I need to keep my number one ranking with the WBO and I can’t afford to lose that spot.”

Sharp says WBC champion Valdez runs the risk of playing straight into Stevenson’s hands on Saturday night.

“I’m interested to see how Stevenson deals with the pressure if that’s the way Valdez fights,” added Sharp.

“He knows he can’t rush Stevenson because he is such a good counter-puncher. I believe Stevenson will win but it is going to be so interesting if Valdez turns it into a dog fight.

“I’m a completely different fighter to Valdez so my tactics against Stevenson wouldn’t be to do that and Valdez must know that if you stand still in front of him, he will pick you off.”

Sharp has also mentioned the possibility of taking on fellow Probellum fighter O’Shaquie Foster, who won a WBC eliminator in Dubai, last month.

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17 February 2022

Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson at MGM Grand, Las Vegas on April 30

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Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson

MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, USA – 30 April 2022

WBC champion Oscar Valdez hopes to become a Mexican boxing legend while WBO king Shakur Stevenson is eyeing the mythical pound-for-pound rankings.

On Saturday, April 30, Valdez and Stevenson, the world’s two best junior lightweights, will meet in a title unification matchup for the ages at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Stevenson and Valdez are vying to become the first unified junior lightweight champion since Mexican legend Marco Antonio Barrera in 2005.

Stevenson-Valdez, along with additional to-be-announced fight action, will be televised live on ESPN & ESPN Deportes (simulcast on ESPN+) at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, ticket information will be announced shortly.

“Oscar Valdez and Shakur Stevenson are the world’s best junior lightweights. The fans and the fighters demanded this matchup, and we are proud to deliver it live on ESPN for no extra charge,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum. “The winner becomes a superstar, and I know both men will rise to challenge.”

Valdez (30-0, 23 KOs), the fighting pride of Nogales, Mexico, is closing in on an undefeated decade as a pro after Olympic appearances in 2008 and 2012. He is 9-0 in world title fights and has solidified his standing as one of Mexico’s consummate ring warriors.

His 2017 featherweight title defenses against Miguel Marriaga and Genesis Servania were Fight of the Year contenders. In March 2018, he defeated an over-the-weight Scott Quigg despite fighting with a broken jaw for seven rounds.

Valdez is 4-0 since moving up to junior lightweight, winning the WBC title with the 2021 Knockout of the Year over Miguel Berchelt. Last September, he made his first defense of that title, coming on strong in the later rounds to edge Robson Conceição by unanimous decision.

“I want to make it clear that I am the best 130-pound fighter in the world,” Valdez said. “We know Shakur Stevenson is very good at fighting, but he’s even better at social media. I’ll let my fists speak for themselves.”

Stevenson (17-0, 9 KOs), the pound-for-pound talent from Newark, New Jersey, won the vacant WBO featherweight world title against Joet Gonzalez in 2019 after Valdez vacated the title to campaign at junior lightweight.

Stevenson moved up in weight after dominating Gonzalez, winning three fights before challenging WBO junior lightweight world champion Jamel “Semper Fi” Herring last October in Atlanta. Stevenson stopped Herring in the 10th round to become a two-weight world champion.

As the toast of the U.S. amateur boxing scene, Stevenson was pegged for superstardom ever since making his pro debut in April 2017. Through 17 pro bouts, he’s flashed a defensive riddle that has thus far been impossible for opponents to solve.

It is a battle of youth versus hardened experience, as Valdez won his first world title in July 2016, four weeks before Stevenson earned a silver medal at the Rio Olympics.

Stevenson said, “I have been chasing this fight for nearly three years since we were both at featherweight.

On April 30, I’m going to show him and the world why he ducked me all this time. I’m the best young fighter in the world, and I will become unified champion.”

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17 January 2022

Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson potential unification match April 30?

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Oscar Valdez vs. Shakur Stevenson?

30 April ?

The teams of super featherweight champions, Oscar Valdez and Shakur Stevenson, are in advanced negotiations to reach agreement for a unification fight at 130 pounds, possibly for April 30 in Las Vegas, journalist Dan Rafael reports.

Valdez holds the WBC super featherweight title, while Stevenson holds the WBO.

Oscar, 31, who is trained by Eddy Reynoso, captured the title by defeating countryman Miguel Berchelt with a stunning 10th-round knockout on February 20. In his most recent fight, he had some difficulty defeating tough Brazilian fighter Robson Conceicao (16-1, 8 KOs) by unanimous decision.

The 24-year-old Stevenson (17-0, 9 KOs), a 2016 Olympic silver medallist, outclassed Jamel Herring with his speed and skill to win the WBO crown.

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2 October 2021

Oscar Valdez is presented with keys to the city of Nogales

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As a “Key” recognition of his sporting career and for being an example for the children and youth of Nogales, the new Municipal President of the Mexico’s border city, Juan Gim Nogales, presented WBC super featherweight champion Oscar Valdez with the keys to the city.

The municipality representative, who received the 130-pound World Boxing Council champion in his office, recognized the sporting achievements that the Sonoran has achieved, not only as a professional but since his time as an amateur, where he managed to participate in two Olympic Games being the only Mexican to do this. Oscar participated in the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 games.

At the event, the Nogales Mayor highlighted the humility of Valdez, who always returns to his city after a fight, commenting that the boxer represents the finest values of that land of champions.

“The municipal government of Nogales, Sonora presents the keys to the city to our Oscar Rafael Valdez for his outstanding sports career and representing the best values of this land of champions,” he said.

The world champion at 126 and 130 pounds, recognized that as a child he dreamed of being recognized in boxing, the sport in which he began at eight years of age, and to which he has dedicated more than two decades of his life.

After receiving the keys to the city, Oscar Valdez along with municipal officials, including the Mayor and Sports DIrector Marco Martínez, went to the boxing gym where Oscar trained as a child.

“Just like now these kids come to see me and get to know me, that’s how I was a few years ago, I remember Sugar Ray Leonard came here once, and I couldn’t believe it,” he commented.

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18 September 2021

Statue of WBC champion Oscar Valdez unveiled in Nogales, Sonora

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World Boxing Council super featherweight champion Oscar Valdez, was at the unveiling of a statue in his honor in Nogales, Sonora.

The statue of Oscar Valdez is the work of Alfredo Cota; It is made of bronze and is life-size, with a height of 1.69 meters. It was placed in the Unidad Deportiva Estrellas Nogalenses, where the boxer trained as an amateur fighter.

“It is great what they did. I am living my own movie and this gives me more motivation to raise the flag of Mexico even more. I am very excited and grateful to my people and Nogales for this recognition that motivates me to continue training hard and putting the name of my Mexico very high and above all that of my people from Nogales,” commented the champion.

Valdez retained WBC world championship, after defeating Brazilian Robson Conceição in a close fight on September 10.

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11 September 2021

Oscar Valdez defeats Robson Conceição in Tucson, Arizona, USA

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

AVA Amphitheatre at Casino Del sol in Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

WBC super featherweight champion Oscar Valdez entered the bout on Friday night marred in controversy over a failed drug test which some claimed shouldn’t have allowed him to defend his crown against Robson Conceicao, but having had the green light from the WBC and the Pascua Yaqui Tribe the fight went ahead as planned on Friday night, the venue being the AVA Amphitheatre at Casino Del sol in Tucson, Arizona.

A long-running rivalry existed between the two men from their days in the amateurs with Conceicao holding a victory over Valdez at the Pan-Am games in 2009 but the Mexican would even the scores on the night with all three judges in the agreement of a winner.

Conceicao started the contest using his advantages of reach to score with his jab which continued until the third where we witnessed the famed power of Valdez with a solid shot that landed flush on the Brazilian.

Conceicao showed a good chin to take the shot without the obvious effect it intended as stablemate / Pound 4 Pound King Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez cheered on his friend’s every move from ringside.

The Brazilian started to showboat in the fifth, turning away from the champion, dropping his hands to goad Valdez in the belief he was handily winning the fight.

Valdez continued to exert pressure through the middle rounds as Conceicao’s advances faded. The Brazilian had obviously emptied his reserves by the eighth, looking lethargic in his approach that was further hindered in his pursuit of the championship with a point deduction for a shot landed behind the head of Valdez, on later reflection it was a soft point to take from the referee.

Valdez however, remained in control of the championship rounds as both men finished with the thought of being the victor, but only one man would get that acknowledgement with the judges scoring the contest 117-110 whilst two scored it closer as 115-112 all in favour of Valdez who defended the crown he took from Miguel Berchelt.

“It makes the fight complicated when someone is trying to run the whole fight,” Valdez told ESPN’s Mark Kriegel after the bout. “I’m trying to put on a good show for my fans, give the fans what they want, which is a good fight. If he wants to run, you can’t win a fight running like that.”

In the co-feature, Undefeated Gabriel Flores Jr was upset by veteran Luis Alberto Lopez who decisioned the star via scores of 98-92, 100-90 and 100-90.

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9 September 2021

Oscar Valdez & Robson Conceição weigh-in ahead of Friday night

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

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WBC Super Featherweight Title

Super featherweight champion of the World Boxing Council Oscar Valdez, defends his title for the first time, and simultaneously has the chance to settle an old score.

Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs) aims for his 30th victory against undefeated Brazilian Olympic gold medallist Robson Conceição (16-0-0, 8 KOs), tomorrow, Friday, September 10 at the AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona.

Twelve years ago, they fought as Amateurs and Valdez came up one point short for the gold medal of the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. Since then, their paths have gone in very different directions, as Valdez is a world champion, while Robson, who also won the gold medal at the 2016 Olympics, will have his first shot at a world title.

Both passed the weigh-in without a hitch. Valdez logged 130 pounds, while Conceição registered at 129.7 pounds.

This card will be broadcast live and exclusively on ESPN + at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Tickets are on sale through Etix.com.

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9 September 2021

Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição presser photos, quotes, video

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceicao

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WBC super featherweight world champion Oscar Valdez, born in Nogales, Mexico and raised in Tucson, Arizona, is ready for his sold-out homecoming.

Valdez authored a Knockout of the Year contender over Miguel Berchelt in February and will attempt to successfully defend his title for the first time against unbeaten Brazilian Olympic gold medalist Robson Conceicao (16-0, 8 KOs) on Friday evening at the AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson.

Conceicao defeated Valdez by one point in the 2009 Pan American Games finals, so the amateur rivals have a professional score to settle.

In the 10-round co-feature, undefeated junior lightweight sensation Gabriel Flores Jr. (20-0, 7 KOs) will take on his stiffest test to date against hard-charging Mexican veteran Luis Alberto Lopez (22-2, 12 KOs).

Lopez has won five in a row and is best known for last year’s split decision over Andy Vences in one of the best action bouts of 2020. In his last bout, Flores, the pride of Stockton, California, knocked out former world title challenger Jayson Velez in six rounds.

Valdez-Conceição and Flores-Lopez will stream live and exclusively Friday on ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7p.m. PT.

At Wednesday’s final press conference, this is what the combatants had to say.

Oscar Valdez

“I feel blessed that I get the chance to step in the ring on September 10. I’m very grateful to Top Rank, the Pascua Yaqui {Tribal Gaming Commission} for letting this fight proceed, and I’ve just been very concentrated.

Coming here to my second home in Tucson means a lot to me. People know my last two fights were without a crowd due to COVID, and what better way to come back as a champion than in front of my people with all of Sonora and Arizona here? I’m just excited.

I’ve been very focused on not looking at anything negative out there. It has been a little difficult — I can’t lie — but this is what we have to go through. This is what it’s going to be.”

“This is when you realize who the real people are around you, who are loyal to you and got your back. I realize that my family is number one and also my team.

I have to thank everyone on my team, {including} my manager, Frank Espinoza, and my trainer, Eddy Reynoso. My father has always been there with me.

Just everyone who has been around supporting me during these tough times because it has been difficult. They had my back, and we know we did nothing wrong. We’re going to be real concentrated for this fight.”

“{Our amateur bout} was a back-and-forth fight, but I lost. I always took my losses very seriously. Everybody hates losing, and I’m one of them.

I’m a sore loser. Now that I get the chance to fight him as a professional, I’m taking this fight very seriously like all the fights. I’m defending my title, and I’m going to do whatever it takes and whatever I got to defend my title and avenge my loss.”

Robson Conceicao

“When I fought him {as an amateur}, it was a tough fight. I fought him and the crowd, and it motivated me a lot and made me happy. Here we have the same thing. I fight against two opponents, him and the crowd… and I will be the winner.”

“This is a very important moment for me, the most important moment in my life. I’m happy I’m here and not alone. I’m here for the Brazilian crowd, for my family, my team, and we’ll be great.”

“About the problem with the champion, what is done is done. There is no explanation, but I’m here to do my best and fight the greatest fight of my life.”

Gabriel Flores Jr.

“Every fight that goes on, I learn. Each fight, I get better and better. It’s a fact. You’re seeing it each fight. This training camp was a long training camp, a longer one because I was supposed to fight on the {Fury-Wilder 3} card, but that got postponed.

And now I’m on this card. We took a positive out of a negative. We got sharper. The sparring was great and everything. All my confidence comes from my training.

I sparred with real good people that helped me out for this fight. Gervonta Davis. Mark Magsayo. {Yuriorkis} Gamboa. So I’m extremely ready.”

“Lopez is going to get knocked out. He’s going to live up to his name. They call him the deer. He’s going to look like Bambi in there.”

“I always look at the big picture. I know who I am. I started off early in the pros. I was 17 fighting, so that was me figuring out who I am. I know who I am. I’m comfortable. He just bit off more than he can chew. Friday night, he’s going to choke.”

Luis Alberto Lopez

“It was a great fight that night {against Vences}. Fans that night saw just half of what ‘Venado’ can do. I suffered a fracture in the sixth round, but we got the win. It was a big victory, and I wasn’t 100 percent.”

“He has a lot of flaws. He’s just a kid.”

“There’s a lot of talk, but I have proven I am on this level. He might be a future champion, but I’m here to demonstrate I’m on this level, too.”

FRIDAY, September 10, 2021

ESPN+, 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT

Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceicao, 12 rounds, Valdez’s WBC Super Featherweight World Title
Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Luis Alberto Lopez, 10 rounds, junior lightweight
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Junto Nakatani vs. Angel Acosta, 12 rounds, Nakatani’s WBO Flyweight World Title
Raymond Muratalla vs. Jose Angulo, 8 rounds, lightweight
Xander Zayas vs. Jose Luis Sanchez, 6 rounds, junior middleweight
Jose Ramirez vs. Miguel Ceballos, 4 rounds, junior featherweight
Lindolfo Delgado vs. Miguel Zamudio, 8 rounds, junior welterweight
Rene Tellez Giron vs. Eduardo Garza, 8 rounds, junior lightweight
Omar Aguilar vs. Carlos Manuel Portillo, 8 rounds, junior welterweight

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7 September 2021

Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição – It’s finally happening this Friday

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

WBC super featherweight world champion Oscar Valdez authored a title-winning knockout for the ages in February over Miguel Berchelt. For his encore — and the first defense of his title — the undefeated two-time Mexican Olympian will make his desert homecoming.

Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs) will look to make it 30 for 30 against undefeated 2016 Brazilian Olympic gold medalist Robson Conceição on Friday, Sept. 10 from the AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona.

“Oscar Valdez is coming off a career-best performance and wants to put on a spectacular showing in front of the great Tucson fans,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum. “Conceição has been waiting for this shot ever since he turned pro, and having promoted him for his entire career, I know he’ll be at his very best. We have a great co-feature, as the young Flores wants to prove he is a contender to watch, and he can do that by beating a tough Mexican in Luis Alberto Lopez.”

Valdez cemented his status as one of the faces of Mexican boxing with his 10th-round knockout over longtime champion Berchelt. He is 8-0 in world title fights, including six defenses of the WBO featherweight world title he won in July 2016. Valdez and Conceição fought as amateurs in the gold medal match of the 2009 Pan American Games, with Conceição prevailing by a single point. Valdez turned pro nearly four years before Conceição (16-0, 8 KOs), who made history as the first Brazilian boxer to capture Olympic gold. A native of Bahia, Conceição made his pro debut in November 2016 on the Manny Pacquiao-Jessie Vargas undercard and knocked out four of his first five foes. Last October, he survived an early knockdown to edge Louie Coria by unanimous decision. He last fought April 10 in Tulsa and knocked out Jesus Antonio Ahumada in the seventh round.

“I am very excited to fight in my second home, Tucson, Arizona, where I will have my first defense of the WBC super featherweight world title,” Valdez said. “It motivates me to know that I will defend the title in front of my friends and my family, and I will be willing to put it on the line as in all my fights. I’m coming to give a great show to my people, and I can’t wait to see you on Sept. 10.”

Flores (20-0, 7 KOs) made history in 2017 when, at 16 years old, he became the youngest fighter ever to sign a promotional contract with Top Rank. He went 3-0 in 2020, including a shutout decision over Matt Conway on the Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury II undercard. Flores performed three times inside the MGM Grand Las Vegas Bubble, punctuated by a sixth-round stoppage over former world title challenger Jayson Velez in February. Lopez (22-2, 12 KOs), from Mexicali, Mexico, has won five straight bouts since a 2019 decision loss to Ruben Villa. He notched his signature win last July with a split decision over Andy Vences.

“This is the next step in my journey towards a world title, and I will convincingly defeat Lopez,” Flores said. “I’m going to prove once again that I’m ready for the next level.”

Lopez said, “I appreciate matchmaker Brad Goodman and Top Rank for the opportunity to fight Gabriel Flores Jr. I know he’ll be prepared to give everything on Sept. 10, but so am I, and I guarantee nothing but my very best. I’m a man of few words, and I’ll let my actions do the talking inside the ring.”

The undercard, streaming live and exclusively on ESPN+, will feature Japan’s undefeated WBO flyweight world champion Junto Nakatani (21-0, 16 KOs) defending his title against Puerto Rican former world champion Angel “Tito” Acosta (22-2, 21 KOs). Nakatani, who has never fought outside of Japan, knocked out Filipino contender Giemel Magramo in eight rounds last November to win the vacant world title. A former Japanese flyweight champion, Nakatani has won four straight bouts by stoppage. Acosta, who made three successful defenses of the WBO light flyweight crown, has won two fights since a debated 12th-round stoppage at the hands of Elwin Soto. Acosta was leading on all three scorecards when he was stopped on his feet early in the round.

Also scheduled to appear in eight-round bouts: 2016 Mexican Olympian and junior welterweight prospect Lindolfo Delgado (12-0, 11 KOs), rising junior lightweight René Telléz Girón (15-1, 9 KOs) and Mexican junior welterweight knockout artist Omar Aguilar (21-0, 20 KOs).

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5 September 2021

WBC on Oscar Valdez and the positive test for Phentermine

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceicao

The WBC created its Clean Boxing Program in collaboration with VADA. The WBC-CBP is one of the best and most comprehensive antidoping programs in sports. The purposes of the WBC-CBP include, but are not limited, to the following: (1) safeguard the health and safety of boxers; (2) educate boxers, trainers, teams, and members of the boxing community; and (3) impose requirements and take measures that are equitable, just, and fair by examining every situation on its particular merits.

The WBC-CBP administered by VADA List of Prohibited Substances includes hundreds of substances and metabolites. There are marked differences among the different categories of prohibited substances in terms of their effects, dangers, and contraindications, there are extreme differences from any given substance to the others.
Upon learning of Oscar Valdez’ adverse analytical finding, the WBC formed a panel that included scientific and nutrition experts to investigate, analyze and evaluate all the available facts and evidence, and to recommend to the WBC how to proceed in this particular case. The WBC panel held an inquiry hearing with all the interested parties, including Champion Valdez and his team, and representatives of the overseeing commission and of the promoter. Champion Valdez and his team have been 100% cooperative at all times during the process. The WBC panel also held internal meetings to analyze the information and materials it received, so the recommendation to the WBC could be well informed, educated and fair.

Among the factors the WBC panel considered are: (1) a urine sample collected from Champion Valdez on August 13, 2021, yielded an adverse analytical finding for Phentermine; (2) samples collected on July 22, 2021 and on August 30, 2021, tested negative; (3) Phentermine is an appetite suppressant prescription medication with no documented in-competition performance enhancing effect or advantages; (4) Champion Valdez has been a boxer for 19 years with a long and celebrated amateur career, which included participating in two Olympic Games; (5) during his heralded trajectory as an amateur and professional boxer, Champion Valdez has tested negative in numerous antidoping test, including more than 30 as a professional; and (5) Champion Valdez has insisted in enrolling in the WBC-CBP, and has demanded antidoping testing in all his bouts.

After conducting its own analysis of the situation, the Pascua Yaqui Athletic Commission, which is the local commission overseeing the Valdez v. Conceicao bout, has confirmed its commitment to allow the bout to take place in its jurisdiction as originally scheduled on September 10, 2021.

The WBC Panel`s recommendation to the WBC, which the WBC Board of Governors has authorized and adopted, comprises:

1 The WBC will officially sanction the Valdez v. Conceicao bout for the WBC World Super Featherweight Title, which will take place as originally scheduled on September 10, 2021.

2. The WBC will donate the totality of the sanction fees it will receive from that bout into the WBC-CBP program and into the WBC José Sulaimán Boxers Fund.

3. The WBC will design and implement several mandatory programs at Champion Valdez’ sole cost including:

a. Taking a substantial number of random antidoping tests in the next six months as determined by the WBC-CBP;

b. Enrollment, active participation, and strict compliance with a weight management program including nutrition and hydration components designed by the WBC Nutrition Committee; Champion Valdez and his team must receive completed certification of this program.

c. Once he completes the above programs, Champion Valdez shall serve as a WBC Ambassador, whereupon he shall make a minimum of six personal appearances to promote and educate attendants on principles consistent with clean boxing, Weight management proper practices and with the WBC social responsibility values.

4. The WBC will place Champion Valdez in probation status for a period of 12 months. Any whereabouts failure or adverse analytical finding during the probationary period will result in an indefinite suspension from all WBC activity, immediate suspension of recognition of any WBC privilege (championship or status) until the matter is resolved; and being shown as Not Available in WBC World ratings.

Clean Boxing is one of the bedrocks of the WBC. The WBC will maintain its leadership in the sport by investing resources and efforts in making sure that boxing is clean and that boxers are educated and protected, while justice prevails at all times.

The WBC wishes to acknowledge and thank all those who participated in this complex process, including the Pascua Yaqui Athletic Commission and its advisors, the Association of Boxing Commissions, Top Rank, Inc., Team Valdez, and the experts and consultants who diligently worked on the case.

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1 September 2021

Oscar Valdez and Robson Conceição pass 14-day pre-weigh-in

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

WBC Super Featherweight World Champion Oscar Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs) will defend his crown for the first time, against undefeated Brazilian and Olympic gold medallist Robson Conceição (16-0-0, 8 Ko’s) on Friday, 10 September in Tucson, Arizona.

Valdez and Conceição fought as amateurs for the gold medal at the 2009 Pan American Games, with the Brazilian winning by a single point.

The undercard presented by Top Rank, will be broadcast live and exclusively on ESPN + at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.

Both fighters submitted their 14-day pre-weigh-ins prior to the match. Valdez reported 137.2 pounds, while Conceição posted 136.2 pounds.

The WBC recognizes and congratulates the professionalism of both fighters and their teams for fulfilling this important commitment.

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17 August 2021

Oscar Valdez faces Robson Conceição – a rematch from the amateurs

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

World Boxing Council super featherweight champion Oscar Valdez has a golden and green opportunity to set the record straight.

Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs) will seek his 30th victory, this time against undefeated Brazilian Olympic gold medalist Robson Conceição, on Friday, September 10 in Tucson, Arizona.

12 years ago they fought. Valdez will be able to avenge the defeat he suffered by a point in the duel where the gold medal of the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru was disputed.

Since then, their paths have taken very different directions, culminating in Valdez becoming a world champion, while Robson, who also won the gold medal at the 2016 Olympics, will have his first shot at a world title.

“I have been waiting my whole life for this opportunity and that is why I am training with great determination. I will represent my family and Brazil. I have already won a gold medal for my country and now I will bring home a world title. With great determination, I will achieve a great performance. It will be a real show,” Commented the Brazilian fighter.

The champion commented: “I am very excited to fight in my second home, Tucson, Arizona, where I will have my first defense of the WBC super featherweight world title. It motivates me to know that I will defend the title in front of my friends and my family, and I will be willing to risk it as in all my fights.

“I come to give my people a great show, and I can’t wait to see them on September 10. ”
This card will be broadcast live and exclusively on ESPN + at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Tickets are on sale through Etix.com.

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11 August 2021

Oscar Valdez and Robson Conceição make the 30-day pre-weigh-in

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

Valdez and Conceição fought as amateurs for the gold medal at the 2009 Pan American Games, with the Brazilian taking the victory by a single point.

The undercard presented by Top Rank, will be broadcast live and exclusively on ESPN + at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.

Both fighters submitted their 30-day pre-weigh-in prior to the match. Valdez reported 140.6 pounds, while Conceição posted 142.8 pounds.

The WBC recognizes the professionalism of both warriors and their teams for fulfilling this important commitment.

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3 August 2021

Óscar Valdez defends his world title against Robson Conceicao Sept 10

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Óscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceicao

Casino del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/9/21

Super featherweight world champion of the World Boxing Council, Óscar Valdez, will defend his title for the first time, on September 10 at the Casino del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, when he faces the Brazilian, Robson Conceicao, who defeated Valdez when they were amateur fighters, for the gold medal of the Pan American Games 2009.

Originally from Nogales, Sonora, Valdez moved to Tucson, Arizona, when he was a child and there, he spent his first years of school years before returning to Mexico. Oscar cemented his status as one of the most notable faces in Mexican boxing with his 10th round knockout of former champion Miguel Berchelt.

Valdez turned professional almost four years before Conceição, who made history as the first Brazilian boxer to capture Olympic gold. Originally from Bahia, Conceição made his professional debut in November 2016 on the Manny Pacquiao-Jessie Vargas undercard. He knocked out four of his first five opponents. Last October, he survived an early knockdown to defeat Louie Coria by unanimous decision. He last fought on April 10 in Tulsa and knocked out Jesús Antonio Ahumada in the seventh round.

Oscar, who undergoing a rugged training camp in California with his trainer Eddy Reynoso, commented: “I am very excited to fight in my second home, Tucson, Arizona, where I will have my first defence of the WBC super featherweight world title.” Valdez also said. “It motivates me to know that I will defend the title in front of my friends and my family, and I will be willing to risk everything as always. I come to give my people a great show, and I can’t wait to see them on September 10.”

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20 July 2021

Oscar Valdez to defend crown against Robson Conceição September 10

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Oscar Valdez vs. Robson Conceição

AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona, USA 10/8/21

WBC super featherweight world champion Oscar Valdez authored a title-winning knockout for the ages in February over Miguel Berchelt. For his encore — and the first defense of his title — the undefeated two-time Mexican Olympian will make his desert homecoming.

Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs) will look to make it 30 for 30 against undefeated 2016 Brazilian Olympic gold medalist Robson Conceição on Friday, Sept. 10 from the AVA Amphitheater at Casino Del Sol in Tucson, Arizona.

A native of Nogales, Mexico, Valdez moved to Tucson as a young child and spent his elementary school years there before returning to Mexico.

In the 10-round co-feature, undefeated junior lightweight star Gabriel Flores Jr., from Stockton, California, will fight Mexican veteran Luis Alberto Lopez. Valdez-Conceição and Flores Jr.-Lopez will stream live and exclusively on ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.

Promoted by Top Rank, tickets starting at $25 go on sale Tuesday, July 27 at 10 a.m. MST and can be purchased by visiting Etix.com.

Conceição said, “I’ve been waiting my whole life for this opportunity, and that’s why I’m training with great determination. I will represent my family and Brazil. I already won a gold medal for my country and now I will bring home a world title. With great determination, I will deliver a great performance. It will be a true spectacle!”
Flores (20-0, 7 KOs) made history in 2017 when, at 16 years old, he became the youngest fighter ever to sign a promotional contract with Top Rank. He went 3-0 in 2020, including a shutout decision over Matt Conway on the Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury II undercard. Flores performed three times inside the MGM Grand Las Vegas Bubble, punctuated by a sixth-round stoppage over former world title challenger Jayson Velez in February. Lopez (22-2, 12 KOs), from Mexicali, Mexico, has won five straight bouts since a 2019 decision loss to Ruben Villa. He notched his signature win last July with a split decision over Andy Vences.

“This is the next step in my journey towards a world title, and I will convincingly defeat Lopez,” Flores said. “I’m going to prove once again that I’m ready for the next level.”

The undercard, streaming live and exclusively on ESPN+, will feature Japan’s undefeated WBO flyweight world champion Junto Nakatani (21-0, 16 KOs) defending his title against Puerto Rican former world champion Angel “Tito” Acosta (22-2, 21 KOs). Nakatani, who has never fought outside of Japan, knocked out Filipino contender Giemel Magramo in eight rounds last November to win the vacant world title. A former Japanese flyweight champion, Nakatani has won four straight bouts by stoppage. Acosta, who made three successful defenses of the WBO light flyweight crown, has won two fights since a debated 12th-round stoppage at the hands of Elwin Soto. Acosta was leading on all three scorecards when he was stopped on his feet early in the round.

The ESPN+ undercard will also see undefeated Puerto Rican sensation Xander Zayas (9-0, 7 KOs) in a six-round junior middleweight bout against an opponent to be named and lightweight sensation Raymond Muratalla (12-0, 10 KOs) in an eight-rounder.

(by Kristian von Sponneck)

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16 July 2021

Canelo Team combines in the gym

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The Canelo Team led Eddy Reynoso, have returned to the gym and are preparing for the second half of the year.

With a full group, Eddy’s pupils showed on social networks the intense training they have every day to continue improving and perfecting their technique and boxing.

There`s Ryan Garcia, who has already returned to the gym. As for Andy Ruiz, the former champion continues adapting after his triumph over the tough and experienced Chris Arreola.

Also, WBC super featherweight champion Oscar Valdez showed the demanding training he`s undergoing. While Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez is still waiting to announce his next fight.

(by Kristian von Sponneck)

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18 June 2021

Oscar Valdez signs new multi-fight contract with Top Rank

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Undefeated WBC super featherweight world champion Oscar Valdez, the fighting pride of Nogales, Mexico, has signed a new multi-fight promotional agreement with Top Rank.

Valdez (29-0, 23 KOs), a two-time Mexican Olympian, turned pro with Top Rank following the 2012 London Olympics and continues a partnership that has seen him win world titles in two weight classes and become one of the faces of Top Rank on ESPN.

The 30-year-old Valdez upset the odds and boxed a fireworks masterpiece in his last bout, knocking out Miguel Berchelt in a historic all-Mexican showdown to win the WBC super featherweight world title.

Valdez said, “I am proud to be part of the Top Rank family. I want to thank Bob Arum and Todd duBoef for their confidence in my abilities. I will not let them down. I also want to thank my manager, Frank Espinoza, for securing a great deal for me. This is a wonderful moment in my career, and I’m grateful to God for my blessings.”

“It’s a pleasure to promote a young athlete like Oscar Valdez. He is a true gentleman who is grateful for the help we’ve provided, and he works collaboratively with the company for the mutual benefit of both parties,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum.

“I have been very fond of Oscar from the moment we signed him, and I am proud of everything he has accomplished. I would like to recognize Frank Espinoza, a fantastic manager who has been integral in helping Oscar reach this point.”

Added Espinoza, “We are ecstatic that Top Rank and Oscar Valdez are continuing what has been a long and successful partnership. Bob Arum and Todd duBoef recognize Oscar as a special fighter with all the characteristics to make him an all-time great. Oscar has the discipline and passion it takes to reach the top levels of the sport. We’re very proud of what Oscar has achieved so far, and we’re confident he will delight boxing fans with more exciting and memorable fights.”

Valdez is scheduled to return this fall on an ESPN platform.

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21 February 2021

Oscar Valdez Defeats Miguel Berchelt & Boxing Results From Las Vegas

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Oscar Valdez KOs Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt After Masterclass

The Bubble at MGM Grand in Las Vegas

Oscar Valdez W KO 10 Miguel Berchelt

(WBC Super Featherweight Title)

Fight Notes: Time of the stoppage was 2:59. The scores up to the stoppage were 89-80, 88-81, 87-82, all for Valdez.

Gabriel Flores Jr. W KO 6 Jayson Velez

(Junior Lightweight)

Fight Notes: Time of the stoppage was 1:47 for a Flores Jr. KO victory.

Esquiva Falcao W RTD 4 Artur Akavov

(Middleweight)

Fight Notes: Akavov couldn’t continue due to a broken nose so the bout was ruled a retirement with Falcao the victor.

Elvis Rodriguez W PTS UD 8 Luis Alberto Veron

Fight Notes: Scores were 78-74, 79-73, 79-73, all for a Rodriguez unanimous points victory.

(Junior Welterweight)

Xander Zayas W PTS UD 6 James Martin

(Welterweight)

Fight Notes: Scores were 60-54 x3 for a Zayas points victory.

Javier Martinez W TKO 1 Billy Wagner

(Middleweight)

Fight Notes: Time of the stoppage was 1:51 of the 1st round for a Martinez KO victory.

Omar Rosario W KO 2 Uriel Villanueva

(welterweight)

Fight Notes: Time of the stoppage was 2:38 of the 2nd round for a Rosario KO victory.

“There’s nothing better in life than proving people wrong,” said Valdez. “I have a list of people who doubted me. My idols doubted me. Boxing analysts doubted me. They said Berchelt was going to knock me out. I have a message to everybody: Don’t’ let anyone tell you what you can and can’t do.

“I’m so happy right now, I can almost do a backflip like Teofimo Lopez. I want to take this belt home, and I’m happy for that. Any champion out there… I heard Shakur Stevenson wants to fight. Let’s do it. I just want to keep on fighting and give the fans what they want.”

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20 February 2021

Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt vs. Oscar Valdez Fight Card All Make Weight

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All is Set For Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt vs. Oscar Valdez

The Bubble at MGM Grand in Las Vegas

Miguel Berchelt 130 vs. Oscar Valdez 130
(WBC Super Featherweight Title)

Gabriel Flores Jr. 132 vs. Jayson Velez 132
Esquiva Falcao 162 vs. Artur Akavov 161.5
Elvis Rodriguez 143 vs. Luis Alberto Veron 142
Xander Zayas 146 vs. James Martin 146
Sonny Conto 221.5 vs. Waldo Cortes 255.5
Javier Martinez 161 vs. Billy Wagner 160
Omar Rosario 140 vs. Uriel Villanueva 141

World Boxing Council super featherweight champion Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt, will be defending his title against his compatriot, former world champion Oscar Valdez, tomorrow night February 20 at the MGM Grand Bubble in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Berchelt seeks to make his seventh title defense, while Valdez hopes to fulfill his dream of winning the WBC Green and Gold Belt.

Berchelt (38-1, 34 KOs) has held the WBC super featherweight title since January 2017, when he defeated Francisco “Bandido” Vargas.

Oscar Valdez (28-0, 22 KOs) is a two-time Mexican Olympian and former featherweight world champion, making six successful defenses and defeating quality rivals Scott Quigg, Genesis Servania and Miguel Marriaga.

This Friday both boxers passed the official weigh-in of the evening, both of them registering 130 pounds.

The fight, which is promoted by Top Rank, in association with Zanfer Promotions, will be broadcast on ESPN, TV Azteca and Combate Space in Latin America.

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20 February 2021

Berchelt vs. Valdez Final Presser Prior to a Pressing Engagement

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Saturday night Miguel Berchelt defends his belt against intrepid challenger, Oscar Valdez.

The duel between the WBC super featherweight champion, Miguel Berchelt and the undefeated challenger, Oscar Valdez, promises to develop into the highlight fight of the year and consequently, open the door to a rematch and even a trilogy.

This is what the pair of them had to say:

Miguel Berchelt:

“I’m very happy to be here. I’ve been watching Oscar`s progress since the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, since that was an opportunity, I wanted for myself. I respect him. We know the quality of the opponent we have in front of us, but I’m here to get the win and {retain} my title.

“Styles make fights, and I believe my style and Oscar’s style will make for a great fight, so we’ll see what happens. I want to tell my fans not to miss this fight. This is going to be a great fight. I know just what it’s taken me to get this title, and I’m sure I will defend this title successfully again.”

Oscar Valdez:

“This is a difficult fight. There’s a reason he’s holding that belt. He’s a great champion inside the ring and outside the ring. Nothing personal, but I want that belt. It’s a dream I’ve had ever since I was 8 years old. My idols have held it: Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, Julio Cesar Chavez, Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera. They all held this belt, and that is something I’ve wanted to hold since I was a kid. This is my opportunity.

“Everywhere I go in Mexico, I get asked that question: ‘When are you and Berchelt going to fight?’ It will be an honor for me to show them a great fight with warrior Miguel Berchelt.”

“This is my opportunity. I’m not going to go in there and not give it my all. I’m going to do whatever it takes. If I have to box, I’ll box. If I have to bang it and brawl it out, then I’m willing to do that, too.”

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18 February 2021

Attractive Undercard For Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt vs. Oscar Valdez

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The long-awaited fight between WBC super featherweight champion Miguel “Alacrán” Berchelt and the former undefeated world champion, Oscar Valdez, is Saturday night at the MGM Grand Bubble in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A strong undercard, led by the fight between Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Jayson Velez. Also Esquiva Falcao, Dominican Elvis Rodríguez and Puerto Rican Xander Zayas, plus Sonny Conto, Omar Rosario, Bryan Lúa and Javier Martínez.

Flores, 20 (19-0, 6 KOs) is coming off defeating Ryan Kielczewski in his most recent bout, last October in Las Vegas. Velez (29-7-1, 21 KOs), of Juncos, Puerto Rico, is returning after a loss to Valdez last July.

Falcao (27-0, 19 Ko’s), Silver medalist at the London 2012 Olympics, will face Russian Artur Akavov (20-3, 9 Ko’s) in a middleweight bout.

‘Dominican Kid’ Rodríguez (10-0-1, 10 KO’s), will clash with Argentine Luis Alberto Verón (18-2-2, 9 K’s) in the superlight division.

Puerto Rican Xander Zayas (6-0, 5 Ko’s) will face American James Martin (6-1) in a six-round welterweight bout.

Falcao (27-0, 19 Ko’s), medallista de Plata en los Juegos Olímpicos de Londres 2012, enfrentará al ruso Artur Akavov (20-3, 9 Ko’s) en un combate programado en peso medio.

Por su parte, el noqueador ‘Dominican Kid’ Rodríguez (10-0-1, 10 Ko’s), irá ante el argentino Luis Alberto Verón (18-2-2, 9 Ko’s) en la división de los superligeros. Además, el boricua Xander Zayas (6-0, 5 Ko’s) irá ante el estadounidense James Martin (6-1) en un combate a seis episodios en welter.

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17 February 2021

Throw Your Hat Into The Ring Via Predictions For #BercheltValdez

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This weekend, boxing fans will be able to witness a real war between proud and ultra determined Mexicans Miguel Berchelt, who is the WBC super featherweight champion and challenger Oscar Valdez.

A contest that they and we hope lives up to brilliance and tenacity of Márquez vs. Barrera, Morales vs. Barrera, Zarate vs. Zamora, Zarate vs. Pintor, Vázquez vs. Márquez, among many other Mexican marvels.

At the end of the day, the opinion of experts, fans and colleagues, will not enter the ring and it will be these heroes themselves who are in charge of realizing strategy plus fulfilling destiny. But here we have some thought of boxing people on this whipped cream topped topic.

Carl Frampton: It’s a fight I’m really looking forward to watch. Berchelt is the best in this division, and he has successfully defended his crown several times. Valdez was a great featherweight and now he is in #TeamCanelo. Valdez had a bit of a bad time against López and that’s what defines my opinion. I think Berchelt will be very big for him, I think it will be a great fight: the best between Mexicans since Barrera vs Morales.

Andre Ward: On the paper, you have to favor Miguel Berchelt based on his recent performances. But I don’t consider myself ready to discredit Valdez’s opportunities. I’ve been in the game long enough to know that someone who has that kind of pedigree can beat whoever he faces.

Timothy Bradley: When you have two Mexican warriors you can expect great things, and they are both true warriors. Valdez will enter the ring with the most dangerous fighter in the division. I think Valdez will have big problems against Berchelt.

Leo Santa Cruz: It’s a very good fight, Berchelt has a lot of power, but Valdez is also very strong. The fight will go to the one who comes best prepared and has the best defense, to the one who is more careful. The fight can go anywhere.

Robert Garcia: Ohhhh… this is a great fight. A very even fight. We have several fighters in the early card and regularly as soon as my fighters finish, we return home immediately, but this time I think I will not. Oh, this is a fight I really want to see. It’s like watching Barrera vs. Morales all over again.

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