Impressive win for Curmel Moton tonight in boxing.
He took out his opponent inside the distance.
When he defeated defeated Wilfredo Flores via second-round TKO a short time ago.
Some of the reaction here:
Here’s a round up of what happened:
- Curmel Moton (19-year-old Floyd Mayweather protégé and rising junior welterweight prospect) defeated Wilfredo Flores via second-round TKO.
- The fight was scheduled for 10 rounds but ended after round 2 when Flores’ corner threw in the towel (Flores did not come out for round 3; official stoppage at 5:00 of round 2).
- Moton dominated from the opening bell, trapping Flores in the corner in round 2 and unloading heavy punishment, forcing the early stoppage.
- This was Moton’s first fight in nearly 9 months (since May 31, 2025) and his promotional debut under Manny Pacquiao Promotions.
- The win improves Moton’s professional record to 9-0 (with 7 KOs), keeping his unbeaten streak intact.
- Flores (from Puerto Rico/North Tonawanda area) drops to a record around 12-7-1 (or similar; durable veteran but outclassed).Moton showed speed, power, and control, described as a dominant performance with nonstop pressure.
- The bout was part of the Manny Pacquiao Promotions card headlined by Elijah Pierce vs. Lorenzo Parra (where Parra won via KO).
- No major injuries reported; highlights emphasize Moton’s explosive style and corner celebration post-fight.
- This victory solidifies Moton as one of boxing’s top young prospects, with plans to fight multiple times in 2026.
Alas, a good win for him and he continues on for now at least.
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