Armando Reséndiz Vows to Bring the Heat Against Caleb Plant in May 31 Showdown

Hard-hitting Mexican contender Armando Reséndiz (15-2, 11 KOs) is ready for war. When he steps into the ring against Interim WBA Super Middleweight Champion Caleb Plant on Saturday, May 31, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, he’s not coming to survive — he’s coming to conquer.

The highly anticipated main event will headline PBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video, and Reséndiz is promising a performance that fans won’t forget.

“Fans are going to see a fighter who leaves everything in the ring,” said Reséndiz. “From the opening bell, I’m bringing pressure, energy, and heart. I’m not here to back up — I’m here to make a statement. I’m hungry, I’m motivated, and I’m ready to go through whatever it takes to get the win.”

Reséndiz is preparing under the guidance of respected trainer Manny Robles — the same mastermind who led Andy Ruiz Jr. to a stunning heavyweight title upset in 2019. Robles has sharpened Reséndiz’s game throughout training camp in Southern California, and the 26-year-old believes he’s never been more ready.

“Working with Manny has taken me to another level,” Reséndiz said. “We’re improving every part of my game — footwork, defense, punch precision, strategy. Every session, I’m getting better, more focused, more confident. I feel like the best version of myself heading into the biggest fight of my career.”

Despite stepping in as the underdog against former IBF champion Caleb Plant — one of the sport’s most polished and battle-tested technicians — Reséndiz embraces the challenge. It’s a role he knows well. In March 2023, he pulled off a major upset by stopping former unified champion Jarrett Hurd in the 10th round, proving he thrives under pressure.

“I respect Caleb Plant — he’s fast, he’s technical, and he’s fought the best,” said Reséndiz. “But I didn’t take this fight to be another name on his resume. I’ve put in the work. I’ve made the sacrifices. And I’m walking into that ring with the mindset that this is my moment. This is the kind of fight I’ve dreamed about — facing the best to prove I belong with the best. He’s going to remember my name after this.”

Born in Guayabitos, Nayarit, Mexico, Reséndiz made his mark early in the amateur ranks, winning a gold medal in the National Olympics in his very first year. He went on to collect three golds and two bronzes at national tournaments, becoming the most decorated amateur boxer in Nayarit’s history. Now, he’s looking to turn that early promise into a defining victory on boxing’s biggest stage.

“This fight means everything to me,” said Reséndiz. “It’s not just another date on the calendar — it’s the opportunity I’ve been working toward since day one. A win over Caleb Plant puts me right in line for a world title shot. I’ve come too far to let this slip away. For me, this fight is everything — and I’m treating it that way.”