Cintia Sanchez Dominates Keyla Jimenez to Capture WBA Youth Minimumweight World Title – World Boxing Association

Women’s boxing has a new rising champion on the horizon. Unbeaten prospect Cintia Sanchez claimed the WBA Youth Minimumweight World Championship in impressive fashion, earning a unanimous decision victory over Keyla Jimenez in an entertaining showdown between two of the division’s most promising young talents.

Sanchez left little doubt inside the ring, convincing all three judges with a polished display of technical boxing and consistency throughout ten rounds of action. Her hand speed and intelligent use of range proved to be the decisive factors, allowing her to frustrate her opponent’s attacks while steadily piling up rounds on the scorecards.

From the opening bell, Jimenez looked to implement a pressure-based game plan, attempting to close the distance and force exchanges at close quarters. Sanchez, however, executed her strategy to perfection. She stayed active with constant movement, controlled the action behind a crisp left jab, and countered effectively whenever Jimenez tried to break through her defensive structure.

The second half of the contest became a showcase of ring IQ from the eventual champion. Sanchez handled the pressure of the championship rounds with poise, refusing to provide a stationary target while continuing to dictate the pace and range of the fight.

With this important victory, Cintia Sanchez keeps her perfect record intact, secures a WBA world title, and takes a major step forward in what continues to be a highly promising professional career.