Discussions are underway for a unification bout in the featherweight division between Brandon Figueroa and Rafael Espinoza.
Unifications are always at the top of fight fans wish lists.
With the boxing world having four recognised world titles, unifying the governing bodies cements legacy.
It is looking like the featherweight division may be a destination for a fascinating unification bout.
Brandon Figueroa (27-2-1, 20ko’s) is the WBA featherweight world champion.
The now two weight world champion had his hand raised in dramatic circumstances.
Texas born, Figueroa went to the backyard of reigning champion Nick Ball (23-1-1, 13ko’s) and knocked the scouser out in the final round.
Inflicting a first career defeat on Nick Ball, Figueroa looked revitalised up at 126lbs.
It is now being reported that Figueroa is looking for no easy touches for a first defence, and is ready to head straight into unifications.
Salavador Rodriguez of the ESPN has reported that WBO featherweight world champion Rafael Espinoza (28-0, 24ko’s) is seeking a unification bout, with Brandon Figueroa the main target.
From Guadalajara Mexico, Espinoza has reigned in the featherweight division since 2023.
Four consecutive stoppage victories have lead him to this point.
Both fighters possess a high knockout ratio for the lower division’s.
Making this fight likely to catch fire if and when the two meet in the ring.
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