The Honda Center in Anaheim, California, will play host today (March 14th) to an anticipated title fight in the l105-pound weight class. Puerto Rico’s Oscar “El Pupilo” Collazo (13-0) is set to step into the ring to defend his WBA and WBO minimumweight championships against American challenger Jesús Haro (13-3). Collazo, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the professional ranks, enters the bout determined to reaffirm his status as the premier force at 105 pounds. Known for his high punch output and polished technical skills, the Puerto Rican star is aiming not only to retain his crown but also to send a strong message to the division’s other titleholders as he eyes total unification.

 

Meanwhile, Haro faces the biggest test of his professional career. The Nevada native, recognized for his speed and ring mobility, arrives with the reputation of a dangerous challenger ready to spring the upset on California soil. Haro has stressed throughout camp the importance of neutralizing Collazo’s relentless pressure in order to dictate the tempo and attempt to strip the unbeaten champion from Villalba of his unified champion status.

 

This clash of styles promises a high-level tactical battle fought at a fast pace. While Collazo will look to close the distance and punish with sustained combinations, Haro is expected to rely on counterpunching and precise timing in an effort to frustrate the champion.