Oscar Valdez is a Mexican boxer who has achieved success in his professional career. He held the WBC super featherweight title from 2021 to 2022 and the WBO featherweight title from 2016 to 2019. Prior to turning professional, Valdez had an impressive amateur career, qualifying for the 2008 Olympics at the age of 17 and becoming the first Mexican Youth World Champion. He also qualified for the 2012 Summer Olympics. Valdez’s accomplishments in the ring have made him a notable figure in the world of boxing.
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Oscar Valdez is recognized for his aggressive fighting technique, strong punching power, and skillful combination punches. He boasts an impressive knockout-to-win ratio of 72%. With a total of 33 fights, he has secured victory in 31, with 23 of those wins coming by way of knockout. In August 2012, Valdez inked a long-term deal with manager Frank Espinoza, followed by a five-year promotional agreement with Top Rank later that same year. He embarked on his professional boxing journey at the age of 21, making his debut on November 3rd.
On July 23, 2016, during the undercard of Crawford-Postol at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, Oscar Valdez faced undefeated Argentine boxer Matias Rueda for the WBO featherweight title. Valdez secured his first world title with a second-round TKO victory over Rueda, knocking him down twice with body shots, prompting the referee to stop the fight.
Mark your calendars for March 29, 2024, as Oscar Valdez goes head-to-head against Liam Wilson in an anticipated 10-round super featherweight bout at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Don’t miss out on the thrilling action as these two talented fighters step into the ring to showcase their skills and determination. Be sure to tune in for what promises to be an exciting matchup you won’t want to miss.
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