The WBA Way forward for Colombian Boxing, supported by the World Boxing Affiliation (WBA), will probably be again on Saturday, August 3. That is an initiative of the pioneer group to advertise boxing prospects in varied elements of Latin America (Colombia, Panama and Venezuela).
The occasion can have a complete of 8 skilled bouts, with the addition of the rivalry between the 2 boxing leagues, Bolivar vs Sucre. This system, promoted by Alberto Agamez, will happen in San Onofre, Colombia. As well as, it is going to be broadcast dwell on the World Boxing Affiliation’s Youtube channel.
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Probably the most anticipated battle of the occasion would be the 10-round bout between the younger undefeated native Carlos Utria, who will make his first defence of his Fedecaribe belt within the World Boxing Affiliation (WBA) tremendous light-weight class towards the skilled Venezuelan Helber Rojas. Likewise, the Colombian nationwide title will probably be contested between Jair Mulett (8-0) and Yeiner Saenz (4-0).
Carlos Utria replace
Carlos Alfonzo Utria, born in Soplaviento, Colombia, will step into the ring for the second time in 2024, after defeating Venezuelan Robinson Garcia (17-14) by knockout within the first spherical and successful the title he will probably be defending.
He made his debut in Might 2023 in Barranquilla, the place he gained by knockout towards Alan Anaya (1-11). He went on to win by knockout over Carlos Quintero (0-7) in June, Luis Diaz Marmol (19-20) in August, a month later he defeated Santiago Ochoa (4-2) and ended the yr with a primary spherical knockout win over Hernan Perez (2-2).
The 20-year-old Utria (6-0 / 6 KO) possesses 100 per cent knockout energy. He additionally has one win over Venezuelan opponents.
Helber Rojas replace
The native of Caucagua, Venezuela, Helber David Rojas, will face his third battle of 2024, and returns to Colombian soil after simply over a yr, after shedding by knockout within the eighth spherical to American Abel Mendoza (41-0).
Final March he gained the WBF worldwide title in Germany towards the native, Fatih Duebues (11-3) by knockout within the second spherical. Likewise, his final battle thus far was in his homeland, the place he defeated compatriot Danny Marichales (7-11) by knockout.
Rojas (24-10-2), 31, has a knockout energy of over 80%. He additionally owns a four-fight win streak and two-fight shedding streak in his final six fights.
