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11 April 2022

Giovani Santillan remains undefeated, stops Jeovannis Barraza

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Giovani Santillan vs. Jeovannis Barraza Result

Giovani Santillan was almost flawless in stopping Jeovannis Barraza in round seven of their 10-round welterweight bout.

The bout took place this past Saturday from The Hanger in Costa Mesa, California and was televised live on ESPN.

Santillan, who is managed by Split-T Management, landed power punches from the outset and was on-top of Berraza from the beginning, Santillan started beating up and breaking down Barraza until the bout was stopped at 33 seconds of round seven.

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Santillan, 147.4 lbs of San Diego, CA is now 29-0 with 16 knockouts. Barraza, 148.6 lbs of Barranquilla, COL 25-3.

The win solidified Santillan’s spot in bigger stakes fight against any of the top welterweights

Santillan said, “I am humbled by the support of my hometown, San Diego. Once again, they came out in force. They motivate me to do my best every time out there.

“I am going to keep working to earn a welterweight world title shot. I have a great team behind me, and when the time comes, I’ll be ready.

“This guy was tough, and my performance showed that I can compete with great fighters,” continued Santillan, who is co-promoted with Top Rank. “I know I had to fight a smart disciplined fight, and I think this bout showed my growth as a fighter. I’m ready to take on all big names at welterweight.”

Santillan is fighting in a historic division, the welterweight division, where some of the best fighters are campaigning.

“This was a great win for my career, and I’m very grateful to all of those involved in making this happen,” said Santillan. “I’m not one to call any one out, but I’m ready to take my career to the next level. I know I have great promoters and a great record, and I know they will get me the best fights possible. I’m just hoping to get a big name in the ring soon.”

“We believe in Giovani so much and can’t wait to see him get a chance against anyone of the big names at 147 pounds,” stated Alex Camponovo, Thompson Boxing’s general manager. “We are very proud of his latest performance, in which he dominated the fight and got the stoppage. It is all systems go for Giovanni from this point forward.”

Santillan is co-promoted by Top Rank and Thompson Boxing.

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9 April 2022

Giovani Santillan vs. Jeovannis Barraza – Weights & final quotes

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Giovani Santillan vs. Jeovannis Barraza

Costa Mesa, California, USA – 9 April 2022

Santillan was 147.4 lbs. Barraza was 148.6

Undefeated welterweight contender Giovani Santillan of Split-T Management will be back in action on Saturday night as he takes on Jeovannis Barraza in the co-feature bout of an ESPN card on Saturday night in Costa Mesa, California.

The 30 year-old Santillan of San Diego, has a record of 28-0 with 15 knockouts. A 10 year-veteran of the squared circle, Santillan is on the verge of a big fight. Of his 28 wins, some of his noted victories have been over Peter Haro (2-0), Michael Balasi (10-2), Daniyar Harryk (10-0), Osenohan Vazquez (7-1-1), Eduardo Rivera (9-1-2), Ernesto Ortiz Centeno (10-2), Omar Tieneda Bahena (18-3), Sammy Valentin (12-0), Dodzi Kahmeh (19-1), Alejandro Barboza (11-1), former world champion Antonio DeMarco, Cecil McCalla (23-4) and his last bout when he took a 10-round unanimous decision over Angel Ruiz (17-1) on October 15, 2021 in his hometown of San Diego.

Barraza of Barranquilla, Colombia is 23-2 with 15 knockouts. The 26 year-old is an eight-year professional, and a former Colombian Welterweight champion who has defeated the likes of Francisco Marlmon (1-0), Luis Guillermo Berrio (5-1-1), Domicio Roldon (11-2), Carlos Saenz (19-2). Barraza is coming off a loss to Alexis Rocha on November 13, 2021 in Anaheim, California.

Giovani Santillan Press Conference Quotes:

“I like fighting in Southern California. It was great to have been able to fight in San Diego, my hometown. I think that San Diego has a lot of boxing fans, and to have a show out there is great for everybody. To be in the co-main event of that show was amazing. Now we’re in Costa Mesa, which is only an hour away from San Diego. I expect a lot of fans, friends and family to be there.”

“I’m ready for a title shot. I think I’m there. We definitely want the big fights. Hopefully, this year we get closer to something like that. Hopefully, we can be the main event in San Diego. This Saturday night will be important for me because it will set the tone for what I’m going to do for the rest of the year.”

“With every fight, there is always pressure. You always have to perform as a fighter, especially fighting on ESPN. You always want to do your best. I think I’m undefeated for a reason. We’re always thinking about trying to get the bigger fights. I’m always working hard because I want to give the best version of myself in each fight.”

At Friday’s weigh-in, Santillan was 147.4 lbs. Barraza was 148.6.