Luis Nunes vs Hector Sosa PBC
The PBC prelims at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, TX, opened with a fierce featherweight showdown as Dominican rising star Luis “The Twist” Nunes faced Argentina’s relentless heavy-handed contender Hector “LA MAQUINITA” Andres Sosa. The matchup, held on the undercard of Pitbull vs Roach, featured two proud Latino warriors battling across ten competitive rounds in the 126-lb division.
Nunes Establishes His Jab Early
Entering the fight at 21-0 with 14 knockouts, Nunes wasted no time showcasing his crisp jab. In the opening rounds, he split Sosa’s high guard repeatedly, landing clean shots upstairs while Sosa responded with determined body work. By Round 3, Nunes’ jab was fully in command, creating openings and disrupting Sosa’s rhythm.
Tactical Shifts and Heavy Exchanges
Before Round 4, trainer Bob Santos urged Nunes to target the body, calling out that “it’s wide open.” Sosa quickly reminded everyone of his danger, countering with a sharp right hand that briefly stunned Nunes. Still, the Dominican responded by doubling and tripling combinations, even if his aggression occasionally came without structure. Commentators noted that Sosa appeared to have the heavier hands late in the fourth.
Momentum Swings Through the Middle Rounds
Sosa’s right hand continued to find a home in Round 5, slowing Nunes’ jab. However, Nunes regained momentum by Round 6, landing the cleaner, more effective combinations. His jab became a weapon again in Round 7, highlighted by a slick counter shovel uppercut and a timed left hook when trapped in the corner. Sosa remained game, adjusting to Nunes’ rhythm and pressing forward.
Final Rounds Deliver Fireworks
Despite a bloody nose in Round 8, Nunes’ defense held strong as Sosa struggled to inflict real damage. By Round 9, the trash talk began, with Nunes firing off a triple jab to get Sosa’s attention. In the final round, Sosa marched forward, but Nunes’ jab and left hand sealed the momentum.
Nunes Remains Perfect
After ten competitive rounds, the judges scored it 98-92, 97-93, and 96-94—all for Luis “The Twist” Nunes, who extends his undefeated record to 22-0 with a unanimous decision victory.
