Message from “El Puma” Martinez After Canceling His Fight
On social media, “El Puma” Martinez’ s message after canceling his fight has left fans devastated. The Argentine champion, who was scheduled to defend his IBF and WBA super flyweight titles against Kazuto Ioka on December 31, 2023, had to pull out due to severe flu. After weeks of preparation in the United States, Martinez was eager to face Ioka in Japan, but his illness caused a devastating change of plans.
A Setback for the Champion
Martinez battled a fever for several days. Medical tests confirmed that he had contracted Influenza A, making him unable to compete. Despite the setback, Martinez expressed his feelings on social media. He wrote:
“Thank you all for your messages of support. I am truly heartbroken that I can’t be in the ring on December 31. I spent over a month away from my loved ones, missed Christmas with my family and sacrificed everything to be in the best shape. And, at the last moment, an unexpected turn of events happened.”
Looking ahead to 2025
Although his title defense has been postponed, Martinez remains determined. Fans can expect his return to the ring in the first half of 2025. There, he plans to face Ioka and prove that he is one of boxing’s rising stars.
