Welterweight prospect Elijah Flores extended his perfect record with an impressive unanimous decision victory over Omar Rosario last Friday at the Coliseo Roger Mendoza in Caguas, Puerto Rico.
Facing Rosario in his hometown, Flores secured a decisive win on the judges’ scorecards, handing Rosario his second professional loss. The card was part of MVP’s “Most Valuable Prospects 9” card.
“Defeating a dangerous fighter like Rosario in his hometown is a huge accomplishment for me,” Flores said. “I knew it would be a tough fight, but I came in prepared, and it feels great to get the win in front of such passionate fans. Fighting in Puerto Rico, on DAZN, was an amazing experience, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to showcase my skills on such a big platform.”
Amaury Piedra, president of Boxlab Promotions (Flores’ promoter), said the win over Rosario is a testament to Flores’ preparation.
“He went into a hostile environment against a very tough, skilled opponent and showed that he belongs at the top of the welterweight division,” Piedra said of Flores, 9-0 (3 KOs). “We’re thrilled with his progress, and the future is very bright for him. We’ll be looking for more big opportunities for Elijah as he continues his rise in the sport.”
Looking ahead after his win over Rosario, 13-2 (4 KOs), Flores said he is ready for more challenges.
“I’m looking forward to getting back in the gym and continuing to improve,” he said. “There’s a lot more I want to accomplish, and I’m ready to take on anyone they put in front of me.”
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