A Massive Championship Event Returns to Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is ready for a history-making night. For the first time in over 15 years, the island will host a world title unification fight. Tickets are officially on sale now for the explosive junior middleweight showdown between WBO champion Xander Zayas and WBA king Abass Baraou.
The event happens Saturday, January 31 at the legendary Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan. Fans should act fast. Therefore, secure your seats today through Ticketera.com.
Xander Zayas: Puerto Rico’s New Boxing Superstar
Zayas (22-0, 13 KOs) returns to his hometown crowd for only the second time as a professional. The undefeated sensation signed with Top Rank at just 16 years old. Since then, he has become one of boxing’s brightest young stars.
Now, he faces the biggest moment of his career. A victory, meanwhile, could elevate him as the next great Puerto Rican icon. In addition, he would walk away with two world titles and the spotlight of global boxing.
Abass Baraou: A Dangerous Road Warrior
Baraou (17-1, 9 KOs) arrives with zero fear and high momentum. He carries an eight-fight winning streak into this main event. Because of that run, he finally gets a chance to prove he belongs among the elite.
Like Zayas, he defends his world title for the first time. Furthermore, Baraou has earned a reputation as a gritty, high-pressure fighter. Fans should expect fireworks from the opening bell.
A Venue with Legendary Boxing History
The Coliseo de Puerto Rico has hosted unforgettable nights since opening in 2004. That same year, Top Rank delivered its first event inside the arena. Miguel Cotto knocked out Kelson Pinto to win the WBO junior welterweight world title.
Only one previous unification fight has taken place here. It was the 2010 Fight of the Year between Giovani Segura and Iván Calderón. Now, the lights return. The energy rises. Puerto Rico is ready for another historic moment.
