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Abraham Perez returns with sights set on the best in the world

Abraham Perez Returns with His Sights Set on the Best in the World By Andy Rivera – Albuquerque, NM – November 2025 Abraham Perez has always been known for his discipline and focus inside the ring — but after a near-tragic accident last year, the unbeaten flyweight contender is stepping back into boxing with a renewed sense of purpose. A Comeback After a Close Call In August 2024, Perez was performing underwater breathing exercises during training when he lost consciousness

Nov 13, 20252 min read

Lindenmuth heads to Egypt to fight for WBA gold belt

Kathrine Lindenmuth Heads to Egypt for WBA Gold Flyweight Title Fight By Andy Rivera – November 2025 Kathrine Lindenmuth (7-5) is once again proving she’ll take on any challenge, anywhere. The Albuquerque fighter has traveled to Egypt, where she’ll face Angelina Lucas (15-1) for the vacant WBA Gold Flyweight Title. The bout, set for tomorrow night, is part of Lindenmuth’s ongoing climb through the ranks — and another example of her willingness to face top competition under an

Nov 13, 20252 min read

New Mexicans split at the Inn of the Mountains

By David Finger Ronald Baca, 202, scored a stunning third round TKO over Marcos Duran, 197. Duran seemed to be frustrating Baca from the southpaw stance and the Cathy veteran was surprisingly not particularly active going into round three. But a picture perfect right hand counter to the chin sent Duran to the canvas and Duran rose on wobbly legs. Unable to stand, referee Robert Velez wisely waved the fight off at 1:42 of the third. With the win Baca improves to 10-4-5, 4 KOs

Nov 8, 20251 min read

Han vs Holm is on

As boxingnewmexico.com Reported recently the fight between wba lightweight champion Stephanie Han and Holly Holm is set for January 3.rd More to come

Nov 5, 20251 min read

The Return- Holmes Promotion Card Results

In the main event, MaryGuenn Villinga emerged victorious in a close battle against Leanna Martinez, winning by unanimous decision. The scores were 40-36 and 39-37 twice, all in favor of Villinga. Popular fighter Eduardo Linon stopped Jose Vilalpando with a left hook to the body. The decisive blow landed at 1:42, earning Pinon a win in his professional debut. Vilalpando has now been stopped in all five of his losses. This took place during the opening fight of the Holmes Promo

Nov 1, 20251 min read

Martinez headlines Holmes fight card at Ohkay Casino

Leanna Martinez from Cordova, New Mexico, is making her comeback to the ring after a two and a half year break, leading the Holmes Promotions fight card this Saturday at the Ohkay Casino. This marks Pat Holmes' return to promoting boxing in Northern New Mexico. Martinez, with a record of 4-4, will face Maryguenn Villinga, who has a record of 4-5-2, in a 115-pound women's bout. Though Martinez hasn't been active for several years, she has been working out in the gym to prepare

Oct 30, 20251 min read

Eduardo Pino anxious to finally make debut

This past April, Eduardo Pino was set to make his professional debut on the Abraham Perez/Jose Rodriguez Montemayor undercard against Austin Lewis. However, Lewis's inability to make weight left Pino without an opponent. Trainers Pat Holmes and Randy Lopez arranged an exhibition for Pino on the same card, but the NMAC's issues prevented that from happening. During this period, Pinion remained in the gym seeking a fight. Holmes Promotions, led by Pat, chose to resume their pro

Oct 30, 20252 min read

Abraham Perez Returns December 12th

IBA flyweight champion Abraham Perez will return vs Adrian Ibarra. The fight will be will be held at the Kiva auditorium December 12th Also on the card Josh Torres will get the opportunity to avenge a loss, as he will battle Jose Muruffo. Other notables , Christian Cabral will also return. Manual Eastman will take on Leonid Grachev in a heavyweight battle . More to come

Oct 29, 20251 min read

Jorge Guero Villarruel ready to make jump to pro ranks

Amateur star Jorge Villarruel, known as "Guero," is set to make his professional debut this Saturday on the Holmes Promotions card at the Ohkay Casino, near Santa Fe. Nineteen-year-old Guero was eager to turn professional, but his team, led by his father George, wasn't quite ready for that step. George stated, "I wanted him to spend another year in the amateurs; it wouldn't hurt to continue and learn. Guero has a pro style, which is the opposite of how the USA boxing rules wo

Oct 27, 20252 min read

Holm vs Han January 3rd ?

Boxingnewmexico.com has learned of a possible fight between Holly Holm vs wba lightweight champion Stephanie Han. It may happen on January 3rd. The fight will not happen in Albuquerque or El Paso, but most likely in Puerto Rico. The fight would be on the undercard of the title fight headlining Amanda Serrano. More to come once we get more information

Oct 23, 20251 min read

Gofundme for Sergio Chavez

There is a gofundme account for trainer Sergio Chavez. Chavez will be in Arizona for treatment for prostrate cancer and any donation will help https://www.gofundme.com/f/boxing-coach-sergio-chavezs-fight-against-stage-iv-pancreat?attribution_id=sl:a801b33f-8125-4e85-a3c3-ec2db607e953&lang=en_US&ts=1761002126&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp17_control&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwVERDUANjq1tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHraACy2zxUhwcK5_xS58Vl4UW-0PuHnckulWVzGl

Oct 20, 20251 min read