Nick Ball’s reign came to a controversial end when Brandon Figueroa forced a stoppage in the twelfth round of a grueling featherweight battle that continued on and off until a disturbing conclusion.
Ball started with a clear tactical focus, repeatedly moving inside and delivering pointed uppercuts to the taller Figueroa. This approach brought quick success, but required the champion to take shots, setting the tone for a challenging fight.
As the rounds progressed, Figueroa began to impose himself. His efficiency increased and the challenger repeatedly found success with weighty body shots that slowly took their toll on Ball. Momentum jumped back and forth in the middle rounds, with Ball’s precision briefly testing the pressure whenever Figueroa threatened to overwhelm him.
The pace changed as the fight deepened
In the later stages, the competition became a test of endurance and composure. Ball continued to hit cleaner shots from close range, while Figueroa relied on volume and physicality to keep the pace high. Neither fighter was able to fully escape as the fight moved into the championship rounds.
‘The Heartbreaker’ finished better in the tenth period, but Ball responded in the eleventh period with greater accuracy, trying to counter the challenger’s excellent performance with timing and precision, while both men showed the effects of sustained momentum.
A disturbing finish in the twelfth match
The ending came suddenly and disturbingly. Early in the twelfth round, Figueroa landed a weighty left hand that left Ball severely injured. Despite being clearly in trouble, the champion was allowed to continue and took another penalty when Figueroa took advantage.
The ball eventually fell through the ropes as the fight was finally stopped, leading to an abrupt end to the match. What followed created an unsettled atmosphere in the arena as Figueroa celebrated while Ball remained visibly dejected, prompting a frosty reaction from the crowd as attention focused on the fallen champion’s condition.
Figueroa later apologized profusely.
WBN had Ball right in front of him going into the final round at unofficial scorecard.
Official result: Brandon Figueroa TKO 12
Results below the card
Jack Turner forced Juan Carlos Martinez Urbina to retire on the stool after three one-sided rounds, after repeatedly losing to the Nicaraguan and advancing to 13 knockouts from 14 wins.
Andrew Kain fought a brutal shootout to stop Alejandro Gonzalez in the ninth round of the WBC bantamweight title eliminator, reacting heavily to a body shot in the eighth round.
Brad Strand returned to winning ways with a third-round stoppage of super bantamweight Ruben Gonzalez, improving to 14-2.
Stephen Clarke improved the score to 9-0 by stopping Lewis Howells in the eighth and final round of their middleweight fight.
Jack Swallow he handed Paddy Lacey his first defeat, winning 58-57 by decision on judge Mark Lyson’s scorecard, improving his record to 4-3-1.
Sam Norris made a successful professional debut, scoring points over Jack England.
Lucas Szeto-Biswana stopped welterweight Liam Macmillan with three knockdowns, making the score 2:46 of the first round and the score 5-0.
Hassan Ishaq he stopped Leonardo Baez in the third round when referee John Latham ruled the Argentine could not continue.
Łukasz Turner he opened the card with a points victory over childhood friend Luke Littler.
William Birchall followed by a first round stoppage at super featherweight and we improved to 4-0.
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Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN), boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported on ring performances. Read the full biography.
Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis will meet tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where two undefeated world champions will fight for the WBO and WBA super welterweight titles.
Zayas is defending his WBO and first WBA title for the second time, while Ennis is moving up from welterweight in a bid to become a two-weight ruler.
World Boxing News brings you live scores and updates from Brooklyn throughout the evening.
Live scorecards:
• Jahi Tucker vs. Euri Cedeno
• Emiliano Vargas vs. Bryce Mills
• Ben Whittaker vs. Richard Rivera
• Xander Zayas vs. Jaron Ennis (including round-by-round)
Scores by Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis
Times are local – ET
00:11
Jaron “Boots” Ennis defeated Xander Zayas in seven rounds to become the unified WBA and WBO super welterweight champion in Brooklyn.
Ennis dropped Zayas in the first round, then survived a dramatic rally in the third round in which the previously undefeated champion hurt him with several demanding shots.
The momentum dropped significantly in the fifth quarter when Ennis knocked out Zayas with a crushing uppercut.
After dominating the sixth puck, Ennis forced Zayas to kneel at the start of the seventh puck, prompting the referee to wave his hand and stop the fight.
22:43
Emiliano Vargas remained undefeated after stopping Bryce Mills in the fourth round after a dominant display in the shootout.
Vargas controlled most of the contest, although Mills had his moments in return. He won the first two rounds 10-9 before scoring a knockdown in the third and taking a frame 10-8.
The end came in the fourth period when Vargas dropped Mills twice to force a stoppage and seal an impressive TKO victory.
21:55
Ben Whittaker he defeated Richie Rivera with a crushing left hook in the second round after dropping “Popeye The Sailor Man” in the opening session.
Rivera has proven to be more than just routine work for the British lithe heavyweight, who now desperately needs a tougher test after another impressive stoppage win.
21:50
Ben Whittaker and Richie Rivera in the ring.
21:23
Jahi Tucker he achieved a majority decision victory over Euri Cedeno after ten rounds of competition, continuing his middleweight career.
Tucker took control early before Cedeno fought his way back into contention in the middle rounds. However, Tucker finished the fight as the stronger of the two, winning the final four rounds on the WBN card and securing a well-deserved verdict.
The official judges scored it 95-95, 97-93 and 98-92, giving Tucker the majority win. WBN cards 98-92.
20:53
A barnstorm is heating up for the first fight on the Pay Per View card between Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno.
19:56
Dennis Thompson defeated Edwin Rodriguez from Puerto Rico by split decision in a close fight. Thompson rose to a gripping challenge and earned the verdict after eight rounds.
The judges scored the fight 79-73 and 77-75 in his favor, while the third judge scored it 77-75 for Rodriguez.
The victory gave Thompson a 1-0 lead for Philadelphia over Puerto Rico.
19:43
Dennis Thompson and Edwin Rodriguez go toe-to-toe in their super bantamweight bout.
19:14
Quincey Williams they remained undefeated with a dominant 79-73 unanimous decision over the hard-wearing Jerome Baxter after eight rounds.
18:35
Quincey Williams 6-0 starts his fight against Jerome Baxter 8-1 in the welterweight division.
On the card too Juanma Lopez DeJesus it took just over two minutes to beat Alberto Motos.
Boxing in the match room
Announcement
Zayas and Ennis meet over twelve rounds for the WBO and WBA super welterweight world titles in one of the biggest fights of the year in boxing.
The undefeated champions will headline the highest level competition and boxing competition held at the Barclays Center under the jurisdiction of the Up-to-date York State Athletic Commission.
The main support will be Ben Whittaker’s defense of his WBC Silver lithe heavyweight title against Richard Rivera following his victory over Liam Cameron.
Undefeated Emiliano Vargas also returns against Bryce Mills, while Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno fight for the vacant IBF North American, WBC USA and WBO NABO middleweight titles.
Elsewhere on the card, Quincey Williams will face Jerome Baxter, Dennis Thompson will face Edwin Rodriguez and Juanma Lopez De Jesus will open the action against Alberto Motos.
Updates will be added below as the action unfolds in Brooklyn, with more live coverage on World Boxing News.
About the Author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported in-ring performances. Read the full biography.
Oscar Collazo remained undefeated and won the WBO International flyweight title on Saturday night with a devastating two-round victory over Neider Valdez.
The unified WBA, WBO and Ring Magazine minimumweight champion improved to 15-0 with 12 knockouts after defeating Valdez three times before Mexico’s corner stopped the fight at 2:35 of the second round.
Making his final appearance at 112 pounds, Collazo showed his strength immediately transferred to the upper division, defeating Valdez from the opening bell at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California.
The Puerto Rican striker repeatedly found a home for his left hand and left no doubt about the outcome before the fight was called off.
“I felt great at 112 pounds. I love this division. In fact, I want to stay here for a long time,” Collazo said.
Knockdowns
Collazo admitted that he had already called for the fight to be stopped.
“After the third knockdown I was basically saying, ‘Never again, never again’. It was the right decision for his safety. His corner was well checked.
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The victory added another belt to Collazo’s collection and enhanced his growing reputation as one of boxing’s most invigorating champions in the lower weight division.
Looking ahead, Collazo has made it clear who he wants next.
“The fight with Ricardo Sandoval definitely interests me. I really want that fight. I’m ready for gigantic fights. I’m ready to make history. That’s the fight I want next.”
Sandoval currently holds the WBA flyweight title, making this one of the most attractive fights available if Collazo continues his climb in weight.
The event was broadcast live on DAZN and was promoted by Golden Boy Promotions in partnership with Miguel Cotto Promotions.
About the author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported on ring performances. Read the full biography.
World Boxing News has archived the biggest boxing results from April 2026, including Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder, Conor Benn, Tenshin Nasukawa, Alycia Baumgardner, Ben Whittaker, Jarrell Miller and Skye Nicolson.
The month featured major action in the heavyweight division, title fights in multiple divisions, and several notable performances from emerging contenders and established world champions.
Below is the complete archive of WBN’s April 2026 boxing results, including links to fight reports, scorecards and live coverage where available.
April 29
Skye Nicolson defeated Mariah Turner UD
April 25
Jarrell Miller defeated Lenier Pero UD | Report and results
April 18
Ben Whittaker defeated Brian Sanchez KO1 | Scorecard and results
April 17
Alicja Baumgardner defeated Bo Mi Re Shin UD | Report and results
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