Litzy Vazquez Dethrones Edith Soledad Matthysse to Capture WBA Crown – World Boxing Association

Women’s boxing witnessed a changing of the guard at 140 pounds as Mexico’s rising star Litzy Vazquez Ochoa claimed the interim World Boxing Association (WBA) super lightweight championship with a hard-fought majority decision victory over seasoned Argentine veteran Edith Soledad Matthysse in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The tactical battle remained razor-close throughout all ten rounds, keeping fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The competitiveness of the contest was reflected on the scorecards, where two judges favored Vazquez’s relentless pressure and higher punch output by identical scores of 98-92, while the third official turned in a 95-95 draw, sealing a majority decision for the Mexican challenger.

From the opening bell, Vazquez imposed an aggressive, high-pressure attack without hesitation. Matthysse relied on her experience, timing, and veteran savvy to counter effectively and tie up her opponent during difficult stretches, but the younger fighter’s speed, strength, and relentless work rate gradually shifted the momentum in her favor. Her sharp hooks to the body proved especially effective in close quarters, steadily wearing down the former champion.

Vazquez’s youth and stamina made the difference in the championship rounds. She continued cutting off the ring and denied Matthysse the space she needed to establish her long-range boxing rhythm. With a signature victory over one of South America’s most respected veterans, Litzy Vazquez Ochoa captures the WBA’s prestigious black-and-gold belt and firmly announces herself as a new force among the elite of the super lightweight division.