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.

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.

Candidates Cintia Sánchez and Keyla Jiménez will face each other on May 19 in Madrid in an invigorating fight for the World Boxing Association (WBA) youth minimum weight championship. This fight represents a great opportunity for both fighters to elevate their profiles and move one step closer to the elite ranks of the 105-pound division.

Sánchez enters the competition determined to impose her disciplined and tactical style. Known for her hand speed and wise outside boxing, she will look to control the pace from the opening bell. Her game plan is expected to be based around a constant left jab disrupting her opponent’s attacks, combined with edged footwork and effective counter-attacks to bank runs on the scorecards.

Meanwhile, Jiménez proposes a completely different approach. The fierce challenger is known for her physical strength and constant pressure. She is not afraid to move forward, excels in close-range exchanges and will look to wear down Sánchez by cutting off the ring, forcing action and attacking the body with hefty hooks in an attempt to weaken her opponent’s mobility later in the fight.

If Sánchez can maintain distance, execute his jab correctly, and move freely around the ring, he may be able to control the action throughout the fight. However, if Jiménez can break down the defensive barrier, force constant exchanges inside and impose her physicality, her chances of leaving Madrid as the novel WBA minimumweight youth champion will escalate dramatically.

Contrasting styles and a prestigious title have all the ingredients in place for a fascinating battle between two emerging talents looking to make their mark on the international stage.