Erislandy Álvarez W10 Rogelio Osvaldo Jiménez... Varadero, Cuba, delivered a night of boxing last weekend that Cuban fans won’t soon forget. Cuban junior welterweight Erislandy Álvarez defeated Mexico’s Rogelio Osvaldo Jiménez. Álvarez, a refined and technically gifted boxer, controlled most of the rounds behind a sharp jab and crisp combinations that kept Jiménez at a distance. But the fight wasn’t without drama: in the ninth round, Álvarez was dropped, sending a wave of tension through the packed venue. Showing composure and grit, he rose, steadied himself, and closed the fight strong. The Cuban earned a unanimous decision with scores of 95-94, 96-93, and 98-91. It was an important regional triumph that showed Erislandy Alvarez's ability to weather adversity.

 

Lázaro Álvarez, W10 Raúl Antonio Galaviz... The second title fight showcased another standout Cuban: Lázaro Álvarez, a three-time Olympic medalist and one of the most accomplished amateurs of his generation. He faced Mexico’s Raúl Antonio Galaviz in a lightweight contest. From the opening bell, Lázaro displayed the class and precision that define his style. His footwork, airtight defense, and clean punching smothered any attempt by Galaviz to break through. The judges saw it clearly (100-90, 99-91, and 98-92) in favor of the Cuban star. The dominant win further validates Lazaro Alvarez's smooth transition into the professional ranks.

 

Moussa Gholam KO2 Nicolás Nahuel Botelli. ... The night closed with a showdown in the junior lightweight division, as Moroccao's Moussa Gholam squared off against Argentina’s Nicolás Nahuel Botelli. Known for his polished technique and controlled aggression, Gholam wasted zero time imposing himself. In the second round, he detonated a precise combination that sent Botelli crashing to the canvas, yielding a swift knockout victory. The win solidifies the Spain-based Gholam as one of Europe’s  compelling prospects.