Xander Zayas put in quite the performance this weekend in what was one of the strong performances this weekend in boxing as well.
He managed to unify the belts and world titles in some great fighting in there.
It was a split decision in the end but he got the job done.
Here was the pick of the action and the scorecards:
Some outside of boxing might not be that familiar with him however.
Great win and hopefully he gets a bit more exposure after it. For those not familiar with him or new to the sport, some facts:
- Unified WBO and WBA super welterweight titles
- Beat Abass Baraou by split decision (116-112, 116-112, 112-116)
- Fight date: January 31, 2026
- Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico (hometown)New record: 23-0 (13 KOs)
- Age: 23Youngest active unified male world champ
- First Puerto Rican to unify titles at home
- Defended WBO belt for first time
- Added WBA strap
- Fight went 12 full rounds
Well done on the win and well done to both boxers in another excellent weekend so far of boxing.
Zuffa 02 tonight as well back in the Apex — roll on.
