Pick It: Richardson Hitchins vs. Gustavo Lemos
Get ready for an action-packed night of boxing as undefeated junior welterweight contenders Richardson Hitchins and Gustavo Lemos face off in a highly anticipated fight for a title shot. The fight will take place on Saturday, April 6 and will be broadcasted on DAZN.
Why You Should Watch
Hitchins and Lemos are both young, hungry fighters with impressive records. This fight is not only for a title shot, but also for a chance to establish themselves in a division full of other rising stars. With the current state of the division, this is a perfect opportunity for these two fighters to make a name for themselves.
Their fight, which will headline at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, is an elimination bout for the IBF belt currently held by Subriel Matias. This means that the winner will be one step closer to a world title and all the opportunities that come with it.
But it’s not just about the title shot. This fight is also a chance for both fighters to prove themselves and show their potential. With so much at stake, expect to see an intense and competitive match between these two skilled boxers.
The Fighters
Hitchins, a 26-year-old from New York City, is coming off his biggest victory yet, a shutout win over former titleholder Jose Zepeda. While the victory was impressive, Hitchins knows he needs to be more exciting in the ring and will be looking to put on a show for the fans.
Lemos, a 28-year-old from Buenos Aires, is known for his fan-friendly style and will be a tough opponent for Hitchins. With a record of 29-0 and 19 knockouts, Lemos will be looking to continue his undefeated streak and make a statement in the division.
Other Top Fights to Watch
The undercard for Hitchins vs. Lemos includes a women’s featherweight title fight between Skye Nicolson and Sarah Mahfoud, as well as notable prospects Diego Pacheco, Marc Castro, and Galal Yafai.
Nicolson and Mahfoud will be fighting for the WBC title vacated by Amanda Serrano, and both fighters will be looking to make a statement in the division. Pacheco, Castro, and Yafai are all young, talented fighters with promising futures, and their fights will be worth watching as well.
Other Upcoming Fights
If you’re a boxing addict, there are plenty of other fights to look forward to in the coming days.
On Thursday, April 4, Jose Tito Sanchez will face Erik Ruiz in a junior featherweight/featherweight bout. Sanchez, an unbeaten prospect, will be looking to continue his winning streak, while Ruiz will be looking to bounce back from a string of losses against recognizable names.
Also on Thursday, Jordan Panthen will face Ravshan Hudaynazarov in a middleweight bout. Panthen, known for dressing up as Popeye the Sailor Man, will be looking to continue his undefeated streak, while Hudaynazarov will be looking to make a comeback after a loss to a 2020 Olympian.
On Friday, April 5, Ernesto Mercado will face Deiner Berrio in a junior welterweight bout. Mercado, with an
