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Sarah Bormann defeats Yuko Kuroki and wins the WBA minimum weight world title – World Boxing Association

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In a tense and fierce battle, the Germans Sarah “Babyface” Bormann (21-1, 7 KO) won WBA minimum weight world championship earning an A score split decision victory over Japan Yuko Kuroki (25-9-2, 10 KOs) him Saturday, October 18by Wandsbeker sports hall in Hamburg, Germany.

The judges’ scorecards reflected the fierceness of the competition: 93-97 for KurokiAND 97-93, 96-95 for Bormannwhich gave the German a razor-thin victory in front of her home crowd.

It was true clash of styles from the opening bell. Kuroki showed off her trademark hand speed, accuracy and deft movement early on, clearly winning the first two rounds with pointed jabs and quick combinations, while keeping Bormann at bay with effective lateral footwork.

However, starting in the third period, Bormann began to apply constant pressure. Although her style was more direct and less refined, her body attack slowly weakened Kuroki. The German vice-champion effectively closed the distance, and her aggression forced exchanges of words that disturbed the rhythm of the Japanese boxer.

At one point Bormann received a warning from the referee for hitting in stoppage time, after which tempers flared and the action became increasingly physical, a source of frustration for Kuroki from the corner.

In the middle rounds the fight was even, with Kuroki trying to consolidate her speed advantage, while Bormann focused on sheer physicality and endurance. In the ninth, o accidental head collision he opened the cut on Bormann’s forehead, adding a layer of drama at the end.

Both fighters delved into a wild tenth round, fighting in close quarters with no clear advantage. When the final bell rang, the tension in the arena was palpable. Moments later, Bormann was declared the winner by split decision – a triumph that secured her victory WBA world title and confirmed her place among the best players in Europe.

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Nataly Delgado is the WBA – World Boxing Association fighter of the month

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The World Boxing Association (WBA) released its June rankings along with its monthly individual awards, naming Nataly Delgado of Panama as its fighter of the month, while Estefany Alegría of Mexico won the honorable mention.

Delgado shocked the boxing world on June 13 in Orlando when he defeated Jasmine Artiga to win the WBA super flyweight title in a sensational performance. The Panamanian representative won the championship and continued her impressive run with a victory that put her country back in the international spotlight.

Meanwhile, Alegría defeated Evelyn Bermúdez by unanimous decision to win the WBA lightweight flyweight title, while also adding the IBF title to her collection in a dominant display.

The WBA congratulates both award winners and invites fans and members of the boxing community to visit the organization’s official website for the latest women’s rankings.

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Estefany Alegría will dethrone Evelin Bermúdez and become the fresh WBA lithe flyweight champion – World Boxing Association

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Estefany Alegría delivered the best performance of her professional career, dethroning one of the sport’s most renowned champions. The Mexican won the World Boxing Association (WBA) lithe heavyweight title after a dominant unanimous decision victory over experienced Argentine titleholder Evelin “La Princesita” Bermúdez, stunning the boxing world with a 108-pounder at Caribe Royale in Orlando.

Alegría’s victory was decisive from start to finish. The fighter imposed her will throughout the ten-round fight, showing an overwhelming advantage, which was fully reflected on the judges’ scorecards. At the end of the fight, the official score was 99-91, 99-91 and an impressive 100-90, crowning the fresh queen of the black and gold organization.

True to his name and proud Mexican fighting tradition, Alegría applied constant pressure that completely neutralized Bermúdez’s technical distance boxing style. The Argentine tried to keep her challenger at bay with her left jab, but Alegría consistently cut off the ring, forcing close exchanges in which she landed punishing hooks to the body and powerful combinations upstairs.

As the rounds progressed, Bermúdez struggled to establish a consistent rhythm while Alegría continued to dictate the pace and distance of the fight. Her aggression, work rate and efficiency left no doubt as to the result.

With this impressive triumph, Estefana Alegría secures her place in the sport’s elite and will bring another world champion belt to Mexico during the 2026 boxing season.

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Nataly Delgado upsets Jasmine Artiga to win WBA super flyweight world title – World Boxing Association

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Nataly Delgado drew on her experience and ring knowledge to reach the top of the 115-pound division in Orlando, Florida. The Panamanian veteran won the World Boxing Association (WBA) super flyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over previously undefeated American Jasmine Artiga in a brisk and hard-fought fight.

Delgado’s triumph was the result of a disciplined and well-executed ten-round game plan. The official scorecards read 97-93, 97-93 and 97-93, reflecting the challenger’s increasing control as the fight progressed and her clear dominance during the championship rounds.

From the first bell, Artiga tried to dictate the action with her hand speed and deft movement. Delgado, however, implemented her strategy to perfection. The Panamanian maintained a tight guard, intelligently cut off the ring and consistently invested in bodywork, landing a mighty punch to the stomach.

This constant pressure gradually weakened the American champion, allowing Delgado to take command of the close-range rallies. As Artiga slowed, Delgado took advantage, winning key moments down the stretch to secure the victory and take the prestigious black and gold belt back to Panama.

With the biggest victory of her career, Delgado cemented her place among the elite super flyweights and added another world championship chapter to Panamanian boxing history.

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