The WBA Fedelatin Convention roared to life in Buenos Aires, setting the tone for a pivotal week in Latin American boxing. Day one was packed with action outside the ring, featuring a high-level seminar for officials and the official weigh-ins for the opening night of the WBA’s “KO to Drugs” …
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This week, Buenos Aires becomes the heartbeat of Latin American boxing as it plays host to a historic event: the WBA Fedelatin Convention, featuring star-studded gatherings and two nights of world-class fights — including a high-stakes world title showdown. From June 12 to 15, the World Boxing Association (WBA) will …
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On June 14, the legendary Nonito Donaire returns to the ring in Buenos Aires for a high-stakes clash against Chile’s Andrés Campos. The bout, set at the Casino Buenos Aires, will be for the interim WBA bantamweight world title and takes place during the WBA Fedelatin Convention — a major …
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Argentina is set to make history as Buenos Aires hosts the first-ever Fedelatin Convention from June 12 to 15—a milestone event for the Latin American branch of the World Boxing Association (WBA). The gathering will feature a packed agenda of seminars, discussions, and fight nights, all aimed at strengthening the …
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On Saturday, March 29, the Casino Buenos Aires set the stage for an exhilarating night as the WBA Fedelatin titles were on the line. Luciano Baldor Claims the Fedelatin Bantamweight Title Argentine fighter Luciano “Yiyo” Baldor emerged victorious, capturing the Fedelatin bantamweight crown by outpointing Venezuelan Michell Banquez via a …
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On March 29, 2025, the Casino Buenos Aires will host a thrilling night of action featuring three electrifying bouts for WBA Fedelatin titles across different weight divisions. Here’s the breakdown: ⸻ Michell Banquez vs. Luciano Baldor – WBA Fedelatin Bantamweight Title Michell “El Arsenal” Banquez (23-4, 15 KOs) comes into …
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Fabian Maidana will return to the ring this Saturday night and will fight for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Fedelatin belt against Francisco Mercado at the F.A.B. Stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Maidana is coming off a loss to Mario Barrios in a world title fight last May in Las …
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The second KO Drugs Day was held on Saturday at the Casino de Buenos Aires and one of the main moments was the consecration of the local Nazarena ‘Capricho’ Romero as World Boxing Association 122 lbs. absolute champion after defeating the Mexican Pailette Valenzuela Cuesta by technical knockout. It was …
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To support and motivate the boxers of the region, several World Boxing Association regional belts were contested during the first KO Drugs event, which took place at the Casino de Buenos Aires. Fans witness different styles on a ring framed in an arena that has already become the home of …
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The historic KO Drugs Festival, promoted by the World Boxing Association in its third consecutive presentation on Argentinean soil, has been officially opened with the first weigh-in day. The atmosphere began to heat up with all the boxers successfully passing the first test on the scales and with the call …
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Argentina will pay special recognition to the World Boxing Association on Friday, August 23rd. On that day, the Legislatura de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires will present the WBA president, Gilberto Jesús Mendoza, with the recognition of Distinguished Visitor of this capital city. Gilberto Mendoza will be the guest …
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The World Boxing Association’s KO Drugs International Boxing Festival returns to Argentina on August 23 and 24, and once again it is welcomed with open doors by the Casino Buenos Aires, home of great boxing events in the southern capital. A double date promises to be exciting, with a double …
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