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Former world boxer champion, who made a story with six lanes, dies after weeks in the hospital

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11 months ago

July 30, 2025

The world of boxing mourns after the death of the Argentine star of Alejandra “La Locomotor” Oliveras. The former world champion suffered a stroke and was hospitalized in the last two weeks. She died on Monday, July 28, at the age of 47. Oliveras was the first woman who won six world titles in five weight divisions and was a icon of women’s boxing in Latin America and outside.

Born in El Carmen, Jujuy, in 1978, Oliveras used her arduous upbringing to create a successful life for herself. In 2005 she made her debut in boxing, in which she went down in history as the first Argentine woman who won the world championship title on foreign land, after knocked out Jackie Nava in Mexico in 2006. Oliveras secured titles in five weight classes – Super Bantam weight, featherweight, airy, super airy and great feathers. The stunning achievement even awarded her two Guinness World Records record and the introduction of the Latin American Gallery of Sław in 2024.

Born in a very compact village near Rio IV, Cordoba, she was threatened as a child. At the age of only 15 she became a mother, and her dream of starting a family quickly turned into a nightmare after she suffered from domestic violence from her partner.

“Tired of being a blow, I found a strength that I didn’t know that I had and gave him a huge blow in my stomach and left with my child,” she said about how she ran away from the situation. Later, she gained the nickname “Locomotor”, explaining to the “engine” in English, because of her spirit, as well as the power of her blow.

After making the decision that he wants to imitate Mike Tyson, Oliveras drew the attention of the eminent coach Cordoban Carlos Tello, who took on improving his talent.

Later, Oliveras became a hero in her homeland when she entered the iconic competition with Marcel “La Tigresa” by Acuña and Lely Luz Flórez when she provided electrifying performances in places such as the iconic Luna Park in Buenos Aires.

In probably her greatest sports reading, on May 20, 2006, she defeated the highly valued Jackie Navas by TKO in the ninth round and was crowned the world champion of WBC Super Bantameight.

She successfully defended her belt until December 2008, when she was taken by her compatriot and long -term enemy Acuña in a huge fight in Luna Park, which he gained all over the world. Oliveras also sought a super airy WBC belt in 2011, but he lost a unanimous decision for Monika Acost.

However, Oliveras managed to set up a year later in a airy division, winning the WBC belt after defeating Jessica Villafranc by Nink Out. She successfully defended the title against Diana Ayal, Migdalia Asprill, Paulina Cardon, Dayan Corddero and Calista Silgado.

In 2013, Oliveras won the free WBC SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT title against Florez. Her last fight came in 2019 and soon announced her pension after 15 years in a square circle with a record of 33 wins, three defeats, two draws.

Later in her life she founded a Locomotor team – a gym in Santa Fe, which offered boxing classes for free. She twisted her life from the ring as exhilarating as it was when she ran to the National Congress and became a vocal supporter of sexual violence, discrimination and inequalities in sport.

Her death shocked with boxing communities around the world. WBA, who repeatedly recognized her as a world champion, after her death she shared her “deep sadness”.

“My gym has always been about teaching, supporting and helping people who want to rest,” she once said about her desire to give her community.

As for her constant ability to overcome the most severe environments and the greatest opponents, she said that her power “does not come from physical strength, but from my soul.” Oliveras leaves two sons, Alejandro, 31 years venerable and Alexis (27 years venerable.

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Re: Official Negotiating Order – Mandatory WBO Welterweight Championship – DevinHaney (champion) vs. Keyshawn Davis (#1 challenger)

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6 days ago

July 2, 2026

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Xander Zayas vs Jaron Ennis – Odds and Betting Guide

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2 weeks ago

June 23, 2026

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Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing

Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.

Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.

The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.

“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.

The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.

Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing

Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.

Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.

Jaron Ennis knocked out Uisma Lima in the first round in Philadelphia. Photo: Emma Brawley/Matchroom Boxing

Full Bet365 odds

The result of the fight

Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
Draw or technical draw: 14/1

Round bets

Xander Zayas

Win in round 1: 100/1
Win in round 2: 100/1
Win in round 3: 100/1
Win in round 4: 100/1
Win in round 5: 100/1
To win in round 6: 100/1
To win in round 7: 80/1
To win in round 8: 80/1
To win round 9: 66/1
To win in round 10: 66/1
To win round 11: 66/1
To win in round 12: 80/1
To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1

Zayas won by points decision over Abass Baraou. Source: Mikey Williams / top position

Jaron Ennis

To win round 1: 80/1
Win in round 2: 50/1
Win in round 3: 40/1
To win in round 4: 28/1
To win in round 5: 20/1
To win in round 6: 16/1
Win in round 7: 12/12
To win in round 8: 1/11
To win in round 9: 10/1
To win in round 10: 10/1
To win in round 11: 10/1
To win in round 12: 1/11
Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4

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Lewis Crocker vs. Liam Paro – large fight preview and predictions

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2 weeks ago

June 23, 2026

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In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.

Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.

Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.

Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.

Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.

In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.

The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.

Paro looks like a two-time IBF champion. Photo: Melina Pizano/Matchroom

McKean meets Taliva

Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.

McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.

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The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.

Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.

Undercard remaining

At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.

Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.

Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.

Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).

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