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The Cuban boxers Lázaro Álvarez and Erislandy Álvarez reaffirmed their standing in the professional realm by retaining their titles from the World Boxing Association (WBA) during an event held in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Both boxers maintained their undefeated records against experienced rivals, thus solidifying their rise in the continental rankings, according to the review on the site JIT.
Lázaro Álvarez: technical knockout and complete dominance
With three world titles in amateur boxing and three Olympic bronze medals to his name, Lázaro Álvarez made it clear that his transition to professionalism is progressing smoothly. The fighter from Pinar del Río won by technical knockout in the fourth round against Venezuelan José Muñoz, in a bout corresponding to the lightweight division (61.3 kg).
From the very beginning, the Cuban set the pace of the fight, and by the time of the stoppage, he had a clear advantage of 30-27 on the scorecards. In fact, early on, he landed a powerful right cross to the chin that sent Muñoz to the canvas. Then, a left hook to the body destabilized him once again. The final flurry forced the referee to stop the fight.
With this victory, "El Príncipe" improves his record to 9-0 (4 KOs) and retains his WBA Latin American continental title. In contrast, Muñoz has a record of 17-5 (15 KOs).
Erislandy Álvarez: strategy and solidity on the scorecards
For his part, Erislandy Álvarez, Olympic champion in Paris 2024 and world runner-up in Tashkent 2023, also maintained his undefeated record by winning unanimously after 10 rounds against the Brazilian Eduardo Costa Do Nascimento in the junior lightweight category (63.6 kg), according to the aforementioned source.
Although a more convincing performance was anticipated, the fighter from Santiago was superior in every technical aspect. The judges awarded him a clear victory, allowing him to retain the WBA Latin title and extend his professional record to 5-0.
Costa Do Nascimento, with a record of 12 wins (5 KOs) and 4 losses, showed resilience but was unable to break through the defense or control of the Cuban.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cuban Boxers Lázaro and Erislandy Álvarez
How did the Cuban boxers Lázaro and Erislandy Álvarez maintain their unbeaten records in Argentina?
Lázaro Álvarez defeated Venezuelan José Muñoz by technical knockout in the fourth round, while Erislandy Álvarez triumphed over Brazilian Eduardo Costa Do Nascimento by unanimous decision after 10 rounds. Both Cuban boxers successfully defended their titles from the World Boxing Association (WBA) and maintained their undefeated records, solidifying their positions in the continental rankings.
What is Lázaro Álvarez's current professional record?
After his most recent victory, Lázaro Álvarez has a professional record of 9-0 with 4 knockouts. This outstanding Cuban boxer, with a background in amateur boxing, continues to showcase his dominance in the world of professional boxing.
What achievements has Erislandy Álvarez obtained in his professional career?
Erislandy Álvarez, Olympic champion in Paris 2024, has maintained his undefeated status in professional boxing with a record of 5-0. He shone in his latest fight by defeating Eduardo Costa Do Nascimento by unanimous decision, solidifying his reputation as a technical and strong boxer in the ring.
What has been Erislandy Álvarez's stance on the Cuban government?
Erislandy Álvarez has been critical of the Cuban government, especially after receiving a poorly conditioned car as a prize for his gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. His public statements denounced the quality of the incentives provided by the National Institute of Sports of Cuba (INDER), reflecting his dissatisfaction with government management in the sports sector.
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