Boxing returns to Ohkay Casino January 31st

Holmes Boxing, in association with Donald Sanchez Promotions, is set to kick off the new year on January 31 with its popular Cold Wars event, showcasing a mix of local prospects and developing talent from across New Mexico.

The card features several competitive matchups, including an all–New Mexico female bout and multiple six-round contests.

Leanna Martinez (4-5), of Española, NM, will face Shania Arredondo (0-1), of Albuquerque, NM, in a four-round bout at 112 pounds. Both fighters will be looking to gain momentum early in the year.

Undefeated Farmington welterweight Rolyn Nez (5-0) takes on Santa Fe’s Daniel Gonzalez (5-2) in a scheduled six-round bout at 147 pounds, one of the most evenly matched fights on the card.

Chicago-based Aiseah Achesah (1-0) returns against Isleta Pueblo’s Manuel Eastman (3-9-2) in a six-round contest at 185 pounds.

Albuquerque’s Jorge Villarruel (1-0) is slated for a four-round bout at 118 pounds against a to-be-announced opponent.

Santa Domingo Pueblo’s Aaron Martinez (5-4) will also see action in a four-round fight at 155 pounds against a TBA.

Opening the card, Albuquerque’s Jose Vialpando (0-5) faces pro debutant Xavier Maestas of Moriarty, NM, in a four-round bout at 115 pounds.

Cold Wars on January 31 marks the first Holmes Boxing event of 2025 and continues the promotion’s commitment to developing regional talent and providing competitive matchups for New Mexico fighters.