The World Boxing Affiliation (WBA), by way of its Championships Committee, has formally designated David Jiménez as the brand new WBA Tremendous Flyweight World Champion after Jesse Rodríguez vacated the title to maneuver as much as the bantamweight division and problem Antonio Vargas.
Jiménez had held the interim championship and was elevated to full champion standing in recognition of his accomplishments and standing throughout the sport. All through his skilled profession, the Costa Rican standout has compiled a powerful résumé, incomes important victories and proving he belongs among the many elite fighters within the division.
The Championships Committee additionally named John Ramírez because the division’s obligatory challenger. Because of this, negotiations should start for a world title showdown between Jiménez and Ramírez. The circumstances and deadlines governing the obligatory championship bout will probably be introduced within the coming days in accordance with the WBA’s inner laws.
The official notification has already been despatched to Jiménez’s staff, which has been knowledgeable of the choice. The pioneering group expects “Medallita” to hold the championship belt with delight, honor, and accountability.
