Red Hot Prospect Marco ‘Tiburón’ Romero Showcased In Las Vegas To Head Table For Benavidez-Ciesiak Presser In LA

 

(L-R) – Virgil Ortiz, David Benavidez, Keith Thurman & Marco Romero

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Press Release: November 6, 2026 By Bob Triger Full Court Press - 

KANSAS CITY, Kan.  (November 4, 2026) –

 Undefeated Mexican American rising star  

Marco “Tiburón” Romero

(16-0, 14 KOs) is parlaying his explosive knockout on October 17

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at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas into another high profile fight December 5

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on the unified World Boxing Association (WBA) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) Cruiserweight World Champion

David “El Monstro” Benavidez’

homecoming card against World Boxing Council (WBC) Cruiserweight World Champion

Michal Cieslak

on a PBC Pay-Per-View event to be available on DAZN through Prime Video from Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.

Fighting out of Olathe, Kansas, Romero showed poise beyond his years in Las Vegas, setting up and putting

Braulio Matias Ferreira

’s (8-3) lights out with a picture-perfect, powerful right that legendary Joe Luis would have been proud of.

Romero prepared for the fight sparring and training in Montreal with International Boxing Federation (IBF) Super Middleweight World Champion

Osleys “El Tornado” Iglesias

(16-0, 15 KOs) and then-World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Middleweight World title-holder

Christian “Solide” Mbilli

(29-1-1, 24 KOs).

“

Marc Ramsey

(Eye of the Tiger Director of Boxing) said it’s an elite punch like

Artur Bederbiev

’s,” Romero noted. “I was very happy to hear him say that. My opponent said I was inexperienced. I attacked but stayed poised and hit him with that knockout punch. I’ve hit people like that in the past and it’s funny, sometimes I don’t feel it….until the lights go out!

“I was ready to get right back in the ring in another monster card. David Benavidez is The Monster. I’m going to put on an exciting performance for his Latino fans who will hopefully become my fans.”

No sooner had Romero returned home than he learned about his Dec. 5 fight against

Cruse “Hitman” Stewart

(10-4, 7 KOs) in an 8round scheduled match. Marco has had 3 consecutive opening-round knockouts, the last two since he signed with PBC.

“It was exciting to be sitting at the head table next to past, present and future world champions,” Romero said. ”He (David Benavidez) is really nice and his father is too. It was amazing to see how serious he is and that’s what I need to get to the next level. I’m going to elevate my intensity for this fight.”

Romero, who doesn’t turn 21 until Nov. 21, has cracked the WBA world ratings at No. 10.  He is ranked as a super middleweight but the plan calls for him to fight at middleweight in 2027.

“Marco is still a young man (20) gaining more man-strength every day,” Romero’s legendary manager/head trainer

John Brown

added. “He is very busy with his 6 days a week boxing training, strength and conditioning program and we recently added rock climbing (indoors) to help strengthen his hands, wrists, forearm and legs. He knows as we move along that the competition gets tougher, so we again are going out of town (to Orlando, FL) to spar with the toughest guys we can find in preparation for this fight and fights in 2027.”

Romero is undefeated in 16 pro fights with 14 stoppages, winning all 36 total rounds fought on the judges’ scorecards. A 23-time U.S. national Champion, Romero had a remarkable 130-5 amateur record. He hasn’t lost in the ring, as an amateur or professional, in more than 7 years since June 28, 2019.

Marco Romero isn’t in Kansas anymore.

INFORMATION

 

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About Turner Boxing Academy: 

Turner Boxing Academy (TBA) is a non-profit youth boxing club operated by volunteers who are passionate about the sport and the positive impact it has on young people. The academy is based inside the Turner Recreation Center in Kansas City, Kansas. It is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for kids to learn and practice the art of boxing. TBA is committed to instilling discipline, confidence, and a strong work ethic in our young athletes. We believe in the power of boxing to build character and resilience, and we are passionate about helping our students unlock their full potential both inside and outside the ring.

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No. 1 Super Flyweight Contender John ‘Scrappy’ Ramirez To be in attendance for Akui vs. Jimenez ‘Scrappy’ to fight the winner

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Press Release:  By November 1, 2026 By Bob Trieger Full Court Press - LOS ANGELES (October 29, 2026)

– World Boxing Association (WBA) No. 1 ranked, mandatory super flyweight challenger

John “Scrappy” Ramirez

(17-1, 9 KOs) remains on standby for his much anticipated world title fight after the WBA recently granted a special permit to its World Super Flyweight Champion,

David “Medallita” Jimenez

(18-1, 12 KOs), to make a voluntary defense instead of his mandatory it had previously ordered for him to defend his title against Ramirez.

 

Jimenez will now fight WBA No. 2-rated

Seigo Yuri Akui

(22-3-2, 12 KOs), on November 29

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in Tokyo. The winner of this bout must face Ramirez in a mandatory title defense within 120 days of the aforementioned Jimenez-Akui fight. In the event of a draw, Jimenez will be required to finally fulfill his mandatory obligation and fight “Scrappy” within the same timeframe.

 

The WBA had previously ordered on September 21, 2026, that Jimenez face Ramirez. The negotiating period started September 18 and was supposed to close on October 18, 2026. If the parties had failed  to reach an agreement, or if either party declined to continue to negotiate, the WBA Championships Committee may have called for a purse bid in accordance with WBA rules.

 

The request to void Jimenez’ mandatory was submitted on Sept. 22 by Teiken Promotions.

 

“I still trust the process, which I’ve been saying all along, because nothing is promised in boxing,” Ramirez commented. “They (WBA) allowed him Jimenez) to defend his title against Akui in Japan, and I get the winner. It’s not what I wanted but that’s what happened. Let the pieces fall where they may. Greatness takes patience.”

 

The 30-year-old Ramirez, fighting out of South-Central Los Angeles, has fought four times since his loss to Jimenez, including two in 2026. “Scrappy” was installed by the WBA as its No. 1, mandatory challenger,  positioning him in that slot back in January for the second time during his professional career.

 

Jimenez defeated Ramirez on April 24, 2024, by way of a 12-round unanimous decision in Brooklyn to capture the WBA Interim Super Flyweight title. When

Jessie “Bam” Rodriguez

relinquished his WBA Super Flyweight World title to move up one weight class, Jimenez was elevated from WBA Interim Champion to WBA Super Flyweight World Champion on June 13, 2026.

 

“Everything I’ve been going through has made me a better man and fighter,” Ramirez said. “Even if it’s been stressful and got me down sometimes, that is all part of chasing my dream (to be world champion). I don’t really care who wins that fight. I’m focused on winning the world title and I’ll be next. Me redeeming myself in the rematch (with Jimenez) would make the story sweeter, but I’ve been boxing 10 years and this is the second time I’ve been in this position. Not many fighters get one world title shot, never mind two, and that will be my time to finish.”

 

“Scrappy” is allowed to participate in a bout without a title at risk during the interim period, which would be risky considering anything but victory would eliminate him challenging the Nov. 29 winner for the crown.

 

“I may take a stay busy fight but this just happened,” Ramirez explained,” and my team is discussing our options. I’m open to fighting in Japan as long as I get my title shot. One of my goals has been to fight in Japan to grow my market. Japan is where a lot of the top fighters are from in my weight class and I’d take a big fight there.”

 

In addition to former WBC World Flyweight Champion Aku, other world-class super flyweights from Japan also include WBO Super Flyweight World Champion

Kenshiro Teraji

(26-2, 16 KOs), former world amateur champion

Tomoya Tsuboi

(3-1, 2 KOs),

Kenta Nakagawa

(27-5-1, 14 KOs), and

Ryusei Kawaura

(14-2, 9 KOs).

 

The beat goes on for “Scrappy” Ramirez, arguably the most patient boxer in the world.

“Scrappy” is managed by 3 Point Management (3 PM), which has a growing stable of gifted boxers former including WBA & WBO Cruiserweight and WBO Super Middleweight World Champion

Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez

(48-2, 30 KOs), WBA No. 5-rated world super middleweight

Darius “DFG” Fulghum

(15-1-1, 13 KOs), former WBC Light Heavyweight World Champion

Oleksandr “The Nail” Gvozdyk

(21-3, 17 KOs), former WBA Inter-Continental Light Heavyweight Champion, Canadian

Kareem “Supreme” Hackett

(13-1, 7 KOs), Armenian featherweight

Azat “Crazy A” Hovhannisyan

(23-6, 17 KOs), and German junior welterweight

Simon “Saucy” Vollmer

(7-0, 3 KOs).

 

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MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS’ GLOBAL SUPERSTAR JAKE PAUL ANNOUNCES CHRISTMAS EVE RETURN TO THE RING IN DUBAI ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24

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 Press Release:  By Most Valuable Promotions - Boxing's biggest disruptor returns to the ring one year after his showdown with Anthony Joshua, bringing a blockbuster global sports and entertainment spectacle to Dubai

DUBAI, UAE – October 29, 2026 –

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced the highly anticipated return of global superstar

Jake “El Gallo de Dorado”

Paul

(12-2, 7 KOs), who will headline a blockbuster MVP event on Thursday, December 24, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, one year after suffering a broken jaw in his showdown with former two-time unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua. The Christmas Eve showdown will mark Paul's first professional fight in Dubai, as one of combat sports' biggest global stars prepares to begin the next chapter of his boxing career. Paul's opponent and additional event details will be officially revealed over the coming weeks. The highly anticipated return to the emirates is a part of a cooperation agreement between the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and MVP, further underlining the city’s reputation as a host destination for world-class sporting events, and a hub for combat sports.

The announcement marks another landmark moment in Paul's professional boxing career and MVP's continued international expansion. Since making his professional debut in 2020, Paul has become one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, headlining record-breaking events and drawing unprecedented global audiences. His November 2024 showdown with Mike Tyson drew 125 million Live+1 viewers globally, while his December 2025 event against Anthony Joshua drew 33 million Live+1 viewers worldwide.

Jake Paul said:

“I've spent years proving people wrong, taking risks, and pushing myself against opponents nobody thought I'd face. Nothing that's happened has changed my belief in myself or what I'm working toward. I'm hungrier than ever, and on Thursday, December 24, I'm returning to the ring in Dubai to start the next chapter of my journey. Dubai is a city that thinks big, breaks boundaries, and doesn't believe in limits. That's exactly the kind of place I want to make my comeback. We've got plenty of names on the list; let’s see who signs the contract. Merry Christmas, Dubai. Santa Paul is coming to town, and somebody's getting knocked out.”

Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder and CEO of Most Valuable Promotions, said:

“Jake Paul has spent his career challenging what people think is possible. Twelve months ago he suffered a double broken jaw against a two-time heavyweight world champion and since then many have doubted his desire or need to return to boxing. Well he is back, and that tells you everything about the competitor Jake Paul is and how much he loves this sport. This is more than a fight. It's a global event in one of the world's great destination cities, on one of the most special nights of the year, when families everywhere are together and watching. At Most Valuable Promotions we build events people remember, and Thursday, December 24th in Dubai will be a Christmas Eve spectacle that the world will be talking about. We're finalizing an opponent worthy of Jake's return and look forward to sharing more in the coming weeks. Shukran jazeelan to Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Sports Council for their leadership in bringing this event to the UAE."

Dubai has established itself as a premier global destination for major sporting events and live entertainment, attracting world-class athletes, international audiences and fans from around the world. With its iconic skyline, world-renowned hospitality and reputation for hosting major international events, the city provides a fitting stage for Jake Paul's highly anticipated return. 

Paul's return comes as MVP continues its rapid global expansion across boxing and mixed martial arts. Following its merger with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), MVP has brought together hundreds of elite athletes from around the world under one promotional banner, creating new opportunities to introduce global audiences to the next generation of combat sports stars. This event marks another major step in that expansion.

For more information, follow on X via @MostVPromotions and @jakepaul, on Instagram via @MostValuablePromotions and @jakepaul.

About Jake Paul

The American pride of Puerto Rico, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul has shown tremendous growth as a boxer on his path to becoming a world champion. In six years since turning pro, Paul has made his impact in the ring, earning high-profile victories over names like Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, and Nate Diaz. His viral knockouts and headline-grabbing performances have breathed new life into boxing, drawing millions of fans and setting records. In November 2024, Jake Paul defeated the Baddest Man on the Planet, Mike Tyson in a heavyweight bout in the first-ever live professional sporting event on Netflix. Paul vs. Tyson shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. In June 2025, Paul faced former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., earning a unanimous decision victory and entering the WBA cruiserweight rankings at #14 with the win. Paul has collected multiple accolades for his commitment to the sport of boxing, including ESPNRingside’s 2021 Knockout of the Year, Sports Illustrated’s 2021 Breakout Boxer of the Year, ESPNRingside’s 2022 Viral Moment of the Year, and was the cover of Sports Illustrated’s “The 50 Most Influential Figures in Sports” issue, awarded specifically for his groundbreaking work to revolutionize the sport through equitable pay, providing a platform for young fighters, and his support of female boxers. Paul also partnered with USA Boxing ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, continuing his mission to elevate the sport and its future champions. He most recently headlined MVP’s blockbuster global event Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day in December 2025, earning 33 million Live+1 viewers on Netflix globally.

About Most Valuable Promotions 

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) is a global combat sports and entertainment company built for the next generation of athletes and fans. The company operates across boxing, mixed martial arts, live events, media, content, athlete development, and global distribution, with a fighter-first philosophy centered on equitable compensation, maximum visibility, and long-term brand building.

Led by Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul, MVP promotes some of the world's biggest combat sports events and represents a roster of nearly 400 elite athletes, including world champions, titleholders, contenders, and emerging stars. MVP's portfolio includes MVP, MVPW, and MVP MMA, bringing together premier boxing and mixed martial arts properties under one global brand.

Through partnerships with leading media and distribution platforms including Netflix, ESPN, Sky Sports, and an extensive international network reaching fans across more than 170 countries, MVP delivers world-class competition and entertainment to audiences worldwide. By combining elite athletes, premium live events, compelling storytelling, and global media reach, MVP is building the future of combat sports.

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