Richardson Hitchens dethrones Liam Paro for IBF Title
JUNIOR WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONS
WBC
Alberto Puello
Born: 22 July 1994 (age 29)
San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic
Height: 1.75m
Boxing record:
Total fights: 23
Win: 23 (KO 10)
Loss: 0
Draw: 0
Alberto Puello elevated to full champion
Puello faced Gary Antuanne Russell for the interim WBC super lightweight title at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on June 15, 2024. Puello defeated Russell by decision after 12 rounds. On June 24, 2024 it was announced that Devin Haney was declared "WBC World Champion in Recess", and Puello was elevated to a full champion.
WBA
Jose Valenzuela
Born: May 24 1999 (24)
Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico
Height: 1.78m
Boxing record:
Total fights: 16
Win: 14 (KO 9)
Loss: 2
Draw: 0
Jose Valenzuela earns split decision win over Isaac Cruz
August 3, 2024
Jose Valenzuela stunned fans and critics by defeating Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz by split decision to claim the WBA Junior Welterweight title. Cruz tried to overwhelm Valenzuela with his relentless pressure, but Valenzuela kept Cruz at distance with his long jab and footwork. The Judges awarded the fight to Valenzuela with scores of 116-112, 116-112, while one judge saw it 115-113 for Cruz.
WBO
Teofimo Lopez
Born: July 30 1997 (27)
Brooklyn, New York USA
Height: 1.73m
Boxing record:
Total fights: 22
Win: 21 (KO 13)
Loss: 1
Draw: 0
Teofimo Lopez retains WBO Junior Welterweight Title
June 29, 2024
WBO junior welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez scored a twelve round unanimous decision win over Steve Claggett. Lopez simply out boxed Claggett, scoring with sharp punches and winning every round. Judges scorecards; 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109.
IBF
Richardson Hitchens
Born: September 26, 1997 (27)
Brooklyn, New York USA
Height: 1.78m
Boxing record:
Total fights: 19
Win: 19 (KO 7)
Loss: 0
Draw: 0
Richardson Hitchens dethrones Liam Paro for IBF Title
December 7, 2024
Richardson Hitchins emerged victorious against Liam Paro, winning by split decision. It was a thrilling match with both fighters showcasing their skills, but Hitchins' speed and precision ultimately secured him the win. The judges score cards were 117-111, Paro. 116-112, 115-113 Hitchens.