Under the lights at the Chicken Ranch Casino, Gabriel Flores Jr. proved his quality by successfully defending his WBA Continental USA lightweight title with a resounding unanimous decision victory over Jose Arellano. In the February 19 fight in Jamestown, California, Flores Jr. showed speed, precision and intelligence in the ring, outboxing Arellano over ten intense rounds. The judges saw him win on cards of 99-89, 98-90 and 95-93, reaffirming his dominance in the division.
Gabriel Flores Jr. defends his WBA Continental USA title
From the first bell, Flores Jr. set the pace with accurate combinations and excellent mobility.
Arellano, known for his aggressive style, tried to close the distance, but the champion neutralized him with precise punches and effective counterattacks.
As the rounds progressed, Flores Jr.’s precision and fitness began to take their toll on his opponent.
Despite his bravery, Arellano failed to generate significant offense. While Flores Jr. continued to score points with clean, well-placed punches.
In the final rounds, the champion secured his victory without leaving any doubts on the scorecards.
What’s Next for Flores Jr.
With this victory, Flores Jr. extends his winning streak to five fights He has established himself as one of the most promising contenders in the lightweight division.
Since his 2022 loss to Giovanni Cabrera, he has shown a great recovery. Flores Jr captured the WBA Continental USA title in March 2024 and defended it twice.
Now, with a record of 26-2 (8 KOs), he’s shaping up for even bigger challenges and a possible world title shot.
For his part, Arellano, who has lost three of his last four fights, will have to rethink his boxing path. His record now stands at 11-3 (8 KOs).
Flores Jr.’s win reaffirms his position as a fighter to watch in the lightweight division. With his talent, confidence and experience on the rise, a shot at a major title could be closer than expected.
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