Jadier Herrera and Ricardo Nunez Ready to Clash for the WBC Interim Lightweight Title in Germany
The WBC lightweight division will feature an attractive showdown this Saturday, January 10, as undefeated Cuban contender Jadier Herrera faces seasoned Panamanian fighter Ricardo “Cientifico” Nunez for the WBC interim lightweight world title. The bout will take place at the Rudolf Weber-Arena in Oberhausen, Germany.
Jadier Herrera (17-0, 15 KOs), one of the most promising talents in Cuban professional boxing, enters this fight as a technical, disciplined boxer with a clear advantage in speed and distance control. A product of Cuba’s renowned amateur system, Herrera has successfully translated those fundamentals into the professional ranks, displaying tactical intelligence, accuracy, and a well-structured defense. This will be the toughest test of his career to date and a key opportunity to firmly establish himself among the elite of the division.
Standing in the opposite corner will be Ricardo Nunez (26-7, 22 KOs), a battle-tested veteran with extensive experience at the world level. The Panamanian fighter is known for his physical strength, constant pressure, and ability to force high-intensity fights. Nunez has faced top-level opposition throughout his career and is well accustomed to competing away from home, a factor that could work in his favor on a demanding European stage.
The clash of styles adds an extra layer of intrigue to the contest: Herrera’s mobility, refined boxing skills, and strategic awareness against Nunez’s aggression, forward pressure, and experience. At stake is not only the WBC interim title, but also a privileged position within one of the most competitive divisions in boxing today.
With the backing of the WBC and an iconic venue such as the Rudolf Weber-Arena, the fight promises to be a defining moment for both fighters. For Herrera, it represents the confirmation of his status as a world-class contender; for Nunez, an opportunity to rewrite his story and return to the top.
This Saturday, Germany will witness a bout that could redefine the immediate future of the WBC lightweight division.
