Anaheim, California—Oscar Duarte did what nobody had done previously: stop the 26-year-old Miguel Madueño within the seventh round. As Oscar De La Hoya identified, not even newly crowned WBO lightweight champion Keyshawn Davis was capable of stop Madueño last July.
This can be a newly reinvigorated Duarte, who, with world-renowned trainer Robert Garcia, has been on a gentle ascension towards a world title. He had the fans on the Honda Center elated along with his performance. Duarte placed on a show from start to complete. His ring walk featured Mexican singers Miguel Cornejo and Juan Freer, who sang the song “Yo Vengo De La Nada.” Contained in the ring, he used the primary round to feel out his opponent.
Once he felt Madueño’s power, he was confident he could withstand his punches. Duarte was capable of dominate the exchanges on account of his being quicker and stronger than Madueño. Duarte landed 121 power punches in seven rounds, connecting on 39 percent of his power punches (121 of 310). Madueño had a healthy work rate but couldn’t find the goal, landing only 20.7 of his total punches (Compubox).
After the match, Duarte told the media he would love to turn out to be world champion, possibly organising a match with Arnold Barboza Jr. and even avenging his loss to Ryan Garcia. For the latter, it will greater than likely occur later in the longer term, as Garcia has stated he’s unable to make 140 kilos. A match with Barboza could be easier to make as they each share the identical promoter in Golden Boy.
Barboza edged out Jack Catterall by a split decision earlier within the day, becoming the mandatory challenger for WBO champion Teofimo Lopez. Duarte would love to face any of the champions in his division and stated he’s ready for them. He could construct a resume worthy of a title shot if he continues on this trajectory. He matches up well against WBA champion Jose Valenzuela, but they share the identical trainer, Robert Garcia. Facing a stablemate might not be within the cards.
One other potential option could possibly be the WBC championship, Alberto Puello is ready to face Sandor Martin March 1st on the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, Latest York. Duarte appears determined to place within the work needed to turn out to be a champion. He stated he would take just a few days off to rest after which head back to the gym to coach. He desires to be ready for whomever De La Hoya matches him against next.
Regis Prograis was the unique opponent but couldn’t compete on account of an injury he suffered in camp. Duarte seemed very prepared, and he would have beaten Prograis had he faced him within the ring. Robert Garcia knows how you can get the very best out of his fighters and make them higher. Duarte will only improve with Robert, and a championship match appears on the horizon.
Last Updated on 02/16/2025
