On July 19, Southern California's fan-favorite boxer Alexis “Lex” Rocha (24-2, 16 KOs) is set to take on the undefeated Santiago "Somer" Dominguez (27-0, 20 KOs) from Ciudad Obregón, Mexico, in a thrilling 12-round welterweight bout. The event will take place at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio.
Rocha, the younger brother of former world title challenger Ronny Rios, made history by becoming the youngest fighter to win a gold medal at the Junior Olympics at just 14 years old in 2012. He continued to impress the boxing community, achieving the status of a six-time national champion during his amateur career. Rocha's professional record boasts 24 wins, with his only losses coming against Rashidi Ellis (October 2021) and Giovanni Santillan (October 2023). Rocha rebounded from these setbacks with a knockout victory over Ghanaian Fredrick Lawson on March 30.
Santiago Dominguez, born in Ciudad Obregón, Mexico, has steadily climbed the ranks in the welterweight division. With an unblemished record, Dominguez has earned multiple regional titles throughout his career and aims to solidify his position as a world title contender with a win over Rocha.
This highly anticipated match promises to be an exciting showcase of skill and determination as both fighters vie for supremacy in the welterweight division.