Manuel "Gucci Manny" Flores (18-1, 14 KOs), the Coachella Valley’s own rising star, will return to the ring to headline Golden Boy Fight Night on DAZN in a 10-round super bantamweight showdown against Jorge "Zurdo" Leyva (18-3, 13 KOs) from La Paz, Mexico. Flores enters the fight on a four-knockout streak, aiming to deliver another thrilling performance for his fans. His opponent, southpaw Leyva, is known for taking on tough challenges and has proven he can pull off an upset when the odds are stacked against him.
The event will take place at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, with doors opening at 5 p.m. PT. The worldwide DAZN broadcast begins at 6 p.m. PT.
“I’m back in my hometown and ready to put on another show!” said Flores. “I am ready to separate myself from the rest of the division and continue my quest to become the best!”
Leyva, who accepted the fight without hesitation, shared his excitement: “I want to thank God, Golden Boy, and my team for this opportunity. I’m prepared for a war. A win over Flores will open many doors for me. I dedicate this fight to my family and all the boxing fans watching on DAZN.”
Golden Boy CEO Oscar De La Hoya promised fans an action-packed night, saying, “Our Golden Boy Fight Night shows are a chance to see boxing’s hottest prospects as they rise to become future champions. March 6 will be no exception, with a main event that will surely end in a knockout!”
Tickets for the event are available for purchase at FantasySpringsResort.com or GoldenBoy.com.