WBC Activity – February 2026

2 Mauricio Sulaiman was present on the ‘Ariel Helwani Show’ and was the exclamation point of a successful trip to New York.

The interview was conducted live from the Manhattan studios and garnered 48,000 views on YouTube, not including the extensive subsequent engagement across social media platforms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHKiR0HlNiQ

 Mauricio Sulaiman was also a guest on the ‘Ring Champs with Ak & Barak’ podcast. 

4 The weekly ‘Martes de Café’ press conference was held at the Boxer’s Monument in Mexico City.

Noel Mikaelian officially received his championship belt and ring as WBC World Cruiserweight Champion

An amateur boxing tournament was officially presented, with the Tepito neighborhood in Mexico City set as its venue. Mexico Federal Deputy María Rosete was present for the presentation and welcomed the event.

5 World Champion Bruce Carrington Attends Knicks vs. Nuggets Clash

Madison Square Garden, the “Mecca of Boxing” and home of the New York Knicks, welcomed one of the most prominent figures in the sport today: the newly crowned WBC World Featherweight Champion, Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington.

7 Andrew Cain sticks to winning thrilling WBC Eliminator Bout

In a night that will be long remembered, as one of the most dramatic battles, local prospect Andrew Cain achieved the most significant victory of his career by, coming back from the brink, after teetering on in, and stopping experienced, hard hitting Mexican contender Alejandro “Konejo” González in a WBC World Bantamweight title eliminator.

9 Caroline Veyre defeats Delfine Persoon for WBC super featherweight title

Montreal’s Veyre outpointed former long reigning WBC lightweight titlist Delfine Persoon at 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Scores were 94-92, 95-91 and 99-88 for Veyre in a fight where both boxers were deducted two points each for assorted fouls.

In a blunt and revealing remote interview, World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaimán joined renowned journalist Chris Mannix to address the pressing issues that have recently sent shockwaves through the boxing world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mquzJy5h2rw

WBC Announces the Launch of WBC Eurasia to expand boxing development across Eurasian Countries

10 The traditional “Martes de Café,” held at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Mexico City

The Government of Mexico and the WBC Unite for the 2026 Social World Cup: Sports as a Tool for Peace

Juan Francisco “Gallo” Estrada announced that on April 10, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan, he will travel to Japan to face fellow world-ranked contender Tenshin Nasukawa in an official WBC bantamweight eliminator.  

In a morning full of energy and social commitment, the “Martes de Café” featured the presence of Josejas. He is the ambassador who has revolutionized the way sport connects with the spirit. Before the specialized press and the boxing family, Josejas reaffirmed his mission: to use boxing not just as a combat sport, but as a vehicle for healing and empowerment for new generations.

Lester Martínez, who last year contended for the WBC interim middleweight belt against Christian Mbilli, was present at the traditional Martes de Café to receive recognition for the “2025 Fight of the Year.”

11 Sulaiman A Doce Rounds – A Fabulous Tribute From Son To Father

A presentation forever memorable in Salon Baalbek, Centro Libanes in Mexico City, as World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman, officially launched the book he has written about his beloved Father José Sulaiman, Lifetime WBC President of the WBC, entitled Sulaiman A Doce Rounds.

11 Mauricio Sulaimán: Twelve Years of Leadership and Evolution

The World Boxing Council celebrates in style to commemorate the twelfth anniversary of Mauricio Sulaimán Saldívar as President of the organization. This milestone marks more than a decade of management defined by boxer safety, modernization, innovation and the preservation of the legacy of his father, the eternal Don José Sulaimán.

12 Rock Steady Boxing Arrives in Mexico to Combat Parkinson’s Through Boxing

13 “Rómpete la madre”: The Documentary That Strips Bare the Truth of Women’s Boxing Beyond the Glory

After four years of tireless work, “Rómpete la madre” (Give it Your All), the debut film by director Daniela Uriza, was presented in Mexico City. More than just a sports documentary, the film is a human X-ray that vindicates the place of women in a world that, historically, was not designed for them.

14 The WBC celebrates 63 years of existence, marking more than six decades of transforming the sport

This February 14, the World Boxing Council (WBC) celebrated 63 years of existence. Since its founding in 1963, the organization has evolved from a vision of unity into an influential and respected governing force in world boxing.

15 Claudia Sheinbaum and the World Boxing Council join forces to create “Boxing For Peace”

The President of Mexico and WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán Inaugurate Unprecedented Project That Will Help 100,000 Children Across Mexico. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaimán were part of a historic session of the traditional “People’s Morning Conference” from Mexico´s Government Palace this Monday, announcing the creation of “Boxing for Peace,” a program that integrates with the “Youth Building the Future” initiative. This endeavor will help 100,000 young people aged 6 to 29 with boxing classes across the country.

WBC Expands the Legacy of the “Crown Series” with World Championship Chain and Pendant.

16 At Martes de Café, the program “Boxing for Peace” was officially introduced — a national strategy that links the sport of boxing with social prevention initiatives and community cohesion.

During the presentation, it was explained that approximately 5,000 professional male and female boxers will receive monthly financial support equivalent to the minimum wage, along with access to medical insurance, to serve as instructors. They will teach at least one hour of free classes per day to participants between the ages of 6 and 29, with the goal of reaching 100,000 beneficiaries.

18  Naoya Inoue Makes History at the Japan Boxing Awards 2025

Japanese boxing pulled out all the stops to celebrate the annual Japan Boxing Awards 2025 ceremony. In a night filled with symbolism, constellations and stars, “The Monster” Naoya Inoue once again elevated his legend by being honored with the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the Year award

20 WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman hosted a summit of some of the sport’s most powerful promoters in Las Vegas, to see how more of them can work together for the benefit of the sport.

21-22 A weekend of blockbuster men’s and women’s bouts

Ryan Garcia defeated Mario Barrios by unanimous decision to capture the WBC welterweight world title in Las Vegas, in a fight where the difference came down to clean punching and control of the tempo.

Camila Zamorano successfully defended her WBC atomweight world championship by defeating Claudia Ruiz via unanimous decision in a ten-round fight in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.

Mexico’s Karla Zamora lost by decision after ten rounds against Sandy Ryan in her attempt to capture the WBC super lightweight world title in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

In Detroit, Claressa Shields defended her undisputed champion status by defeating Franchon Crews-Dezurn via unanimous decision in a bout where the technical gap remained consistent

The World Boxing Council has concluded one of the most dynamic and consequential weeks in its recent history. From the historic return of boxing to elite U.S. university campuses to the crowning of new world monarchs and the launch of life-changing social programs, the WBC reaffirms its commitment to athletic excellence and social responsibility.

24 Martes de Café at Magdalena Contreras, Mexico City, Borough Hall

WBC’s weekly press conference, Martes de Café, was held at the “Víctor Manuel Mendoza” cinema located in Magdalena Contreras Borough.
The conference was attended by the borough mayor, Lic. Fernando Mercado; the Ambassador of Jordan to Mexico, His Excellency Adli Qasen Muhammad Alkhaledi; the WBC interim lightweight champion, Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz; WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman; among others.
Several important topics were addressed throughout the conference

27  The Kronk Spirit Lives On: A Knockout Visit to Detroit’s Boxing Heart

After a ‘heavy weight’ breakfast at the Joe Louis Cafe in Detroit, WBC Cares Chair, Jill Diamond and former Olympian, Boxer Eric Kelly spent their snowbound day with our friends at the new Kronk Gym.

As part of the preliminary activities for the highly anticipated international boxing card to be held this weekend, the social arm of the World Boxing Council, WBC Cares, carried out a moving visit to a public hospital in the city of Pereira, Colombia.

28 Guerra de Naciones crowns a historic and majestic Green and Gold night in Colombia

The Guerra de Naciones event marked a turning point for boxing in Colombia. Held and beheld in Dosquebradas, the card brought together international delegations and delivered one of the most ambitious lineups staged in the region in recent years, featuring 13 professional bouts and six international titles at stake.