Great WBC Activity in March 2025

March 30

Melvin Jerusalem retained the WBC strawweight crown, defeating Yudai Shigeoka by decision in a rematch in Japan.

March 29

In a rematch, Mexican William “Camarón” Zepeda retained the WBC interim lightweight world title defeating American Tevin 2X Farmer by majority decision in a bout held at the Poliforum Benito Juárez in Cancún, Quintana Roo.

March 28

In Rome, Italy, Michael Magnesi defeated Frenchman Khalil El Hadri after 12 thrilling rounds to regain the WBC silver super featherweight championship.

Julio César Chávez, along with Mauricio Sulaimán and Miguel Torruco, attended the daily press conference “La Mañanera” hosted by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo to provide details about the highly anticipated National Boxing Class in action against drugs. The symbol that has traveled throughout Mexico, the WBC Belt of Peace, was also presented for signature by President Sheinbaum, the 31 governors, and the mayor of Mexico City.

March 26

The WBC Amateur “Green and Gold” Tournament kicked off with the goal of bringing together emerging young talent who dream of becoming world champions. This edition was held in Nezahualcoyotl, State of Mexico, at the Bicentennial Ecological Sports Center.

WBC Cares President Jill Diamond and former champion Tim Witherspoon presented a replica of the WBC green and gold belt to Dennis Rappaport on the occasion of his 80th birthday.

March 25

During the WBC’s traditional “Martes de Cafe” the Hijo del Santo, who is the only fighter to hold a WBC belt, announced his farewell tour.

The Japanese judicial system compensated Iwao Hakamata, an 89-year-old former Japanese boxer who was unjustly imprisoned and sentenced to death. The WBC and the Japan Boxing Commission have been campaigning for a retrial and his exoneration for many years.

March 24

Nine boxers registered for the Clean Boxing Program (CBP), which has been a priority for the WBC; All champions and top-15 finishers must be registered with the CBP, otherwise they will be removed from the rankings. #9 Leonardo Mosquea (France) LT. HEAVYWEIGHT #15 Paulo Aokuso (Australia) AUSTRALASIA MIDDLEWEIGHT #14 Bruno Surace (France) #15 Marquis Taylor (US) NABF LIGHTWEIGHT #13 Dzmitry Asanau (Canada/UAE) CONTINENTAL AMERICAS #15 Justin Pauldo (US) FEATHERWEIGHT #10 Mikito Nakano (Japan) OPBF SUPERBANTAMWEIGHT #14 Sebastian Hernandez (Mexico) #19 Ramon Cardenas (US) – Voluntary

JessZilla, the award-winning documentary following the extraordinary journey of three-time U.S. women’s national boxing champion Jesselyn “JessZilla” Silva, announced a strategic partnership with the WBC and CURE Childhood Cancer. www.jesszillathefilm.com

March 22

American Sebastián Fundora in his first defense as WBC super welterweight champion, defeated Chordale Booker by technical knockout at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas.

Former American police officer Tiara Brown was crowned World Boxing Council featherweight champion by defeating Skye Nicolson by split decision in Australia.

March 21

George Foreman, boxing legend rival and friend of Muhammad Ali, passed away. The WBC created a microsite where you can find some messages and posts about the life and legacy of our great champion as a tribute to his incredible life.  https://george-foreman.wbcboxing.com/

At the Blow by Blow event organized by Manny Pacquiao and the Elorde family, Arvin Magramo was crowned the new WBC International Light Flyweight Champion.

March 20

The WBC was present at the 16th Youth Congress of the Universidad Panamericana in Mexico City.

The International Olympic Committee unanimously approved the inclusion of boxing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. After obtaining provisional recognition and defending the sport with a monumental effort, World Boxing, led by its president, Boris van der Vost, ensured that boxing’s magnificent history at the Olympic Games continues.

March 19

Former Mexican champion Jorge “Travieso” Arce visited Mexico City to attend an event at a university and took the opportunity to visit the offices of the international organization.

The Real Racing Club soccer team from Santander recognized Bruno Macho, WBC Youth Champion, for winning the title and for his remarkable life story, having overcome cancer.

March 18

On the traditional Tuesday of Coffee, Alfonso Zamora was celebrated for his 50th anniversary of becoming world bantamweight champion. In 1975, he knocked out Soo-Hwan Hong in the fourth round to win his world title.

March 17

Jessie Cervantes interviewed Mauricio Sulaimán on the show Contenido Extra https://youtu.be/AwCJz8ESChQ?si=AQvLo5ddV9OiF-sc

March 16

Undefeated rising star Callum Walsh delights his Irish fans happy St. Patrick’s Day Eve, knocking out Scotsman Dean Sutherland in the first round at the Theater at Madison Square Garden.

Englishman Andrew Cain retained his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles, as well as winning the vacant WBC silver title, by defeating fellow Irishman and former world champion Charlie Edwards by split decision at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England.

March 13

Japanese Kenshiro Teraji defended his World Boxing Council flyweight title and won the WBA crown by technical knockout in the 12th round fellow countryman Seigo Yuri Akui in the main event of a card Teiken Promotions presented at the Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo, Japan.

March 11

After defeating Yesenia Gomez last November to win the WBC light flyweight belt and Mirna Jimenez recently, Lulú Juárez will face the current champion, Yesica Nery Plata. This was announced at the traditional Tuesdays of Coffee.

March 8

Kazakhstani Hero Mussa Abraimov, a 52-year-old former boxer, was recognized by the WBC for his bravery in disarming a criminal at the Almaty airport in Kazakhstan. The attacker threatened to detonate a bomb while grabbing a woman by the hair. Abraimov fearlessly intervened and convinced the man holding a knife to let go of her so he could take his place. In the blink of an eye, Abraimov bravely disarmed the attacker and then subdued him.

March 7

As part of International Women’s Day, a historic event for women champions took place at the Royal Albert Hall in London. In the co-main event, Caroline Dubois and Bo Mi Re Shin faced off for the WBC lightweight belt. Caroline Dubois demonstrated a clear advantage, utilizing her skill, speed, and powerful body punches throughout the fight.

In the main event, Lauren Price defeated the experienced Natasha Jonas in a title unification duel that captured the attention of sports fans. Price demonstrated her superiority throughout the ten rounds, imposing her pace and precision.

WBC light flyweight champion Lourdes “Little Lulu” Juárez outclassed the courageous Juárez native Mirna “La Diabla” Sánchez from start to finish, leaving her on the bench for the ninth round to prevent her from receiving further unnecessary punishment in the face of the champion’s relentless efforts.

March 3

During the traditional “Coffee Tuesdays,” trainer Jay Najar, better known in the boxing world as “Panda,” received the trainer’s towel, a unique sash created to recognize the hard work and dedication that trainers put into shaping the careers of champions.

March 2

The China Professional Boxing Promoters Union was officially founded with a historic conference attended by 19 leading boxing promoters from across the country. The union signed a letter committing to the collective development of professional boxing, the development of world-class champions, and the safeguarding of regulatory standards.

The World Boxing Council and Wynn Resorts in Las Vegas celebrated the winner of Super Bowl LIX, the Philadelphia Eagles, with a traditional and unforgettable party, where the WBC presented two special belts to the winners.

March 1

Dominican Alberto Puello retained his World Boxing Council super lightweight title by defeating Spaniard Sandor Martín by split decision in a bout held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.