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Navarrete vs Valdez LIVE Full Fight World Junior Lightweight Championship December 7

The stakes are sky-high as two epic rematches take center stage on Saturday, December 7, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The night promises electrifying action, featuring boxing’s elite talents battling for redemption and glory.

Emanuel Navarrete vs. Oscar Valdez 2 Match Info:

Who: Emanuel Navarrete vs. Oscar Valdez 2
When: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 3:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on FUBO

In the main event, three-division world champion Emanuel “El Vaquero” Navarrete defends his WBO junior lightweight world title against his rival, Oscar Valdez, in an all-Mexican showdown. The co-feature sees WBO featherweight champion Rafael “El Divino” Espinoza face off against Robeisy “El Tren” Ramirez, the Cuban star he dethroned last December.

Broadcast Information:
The action begins at 10:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. PT, airing live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+. Fans in the U.K. and Ireland can catch it on Sky Sports.

Tickets:
Available starting Friday, October 25, at 12 p.m. PT via Ticketmaster.com.

The Fighters’ Perspectives

Emanuel Navarrete (38-2-1, 31 KOs):
A three-division champion, Navarrete is determined to retain his title after his thrilling victory over Valdez in August. “I’m working hard to regain my aggressive edge and deliver a fight that fans won’t forget,” he said. “There’s still so much I want to accomplish in boxing.”

Oscar Valdez (32-2, 24 KOs):
A two-time Olympian and former featherweight and junior lightweight champion, Valdez is hungry for redemption. “We’ve analyzed the mistakes from our first fight and are coming back stronger,” Valdez stated. “This is a tough challenge, but I’m confident we’ll emerge victorious.”

Rafael Espinoza (25-0, 21 KOs):
Fresh off a fourth-round TKO in his first title defense, Espinoza is laser-focused on proving his dominance. “This rematch is what I wanted, and I’m ready to give it my all,” Espinoza declared.

Robeisy Ramirez (14-2, 9 KOs):
The two-time Olympic gold medalist is determined to reclaim his belt. “Our first fight was close and action-packed,” Ramirez said. “This time, I’m erasing all doubts.”

Undercard Highlights

  • Lindolfo Delgado (21-0, 15 KOs) vs. Jackson Marinez (22-3, 10 KOs):
    Mexican junior welterweight contender Delgado brings his unbeaten record against Marinez, who’s riding a three-fight knockout streak.
  • Emiliano Fernando Vargas (12-0, 10 KOs):
    The rising junior welterweight prospect looks to extend his impressive year against Alan Ayala (11-4, 7 KOs).
  • Richard Torrez Jr. (11-0, 10 KOs):
    The Olympic silver medalist returns in a heavyweight clash against an opponent yet to be announced.

Promoter’s Take

“December 7 will be unforgettable,” said Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum. “Navarrete and Valdez are two of the greatest Mexican warriors, and Espinoza-Ramirez is poised to pick up right where it left off. This is can’t-miss action.”

Prepare for a night of high-stakes boxing drama as champions collide and history is made!

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