Mario "El Azteca" Barrios Set to Defend WBC Welterweight Title Against Abel Ramos

The WBC welterweight championship will be on the line as Mario "El Azteca" Barrios defends his title against Abel Ramos on November 15. This high-stakes bout will take place on the undercard of the highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, promising an action-packed night for boxing fans.

Barrios (29-2, 18 KOs) claimed the interim 147-pound title last September with a decisive unanimous decision victory over Yordenis Ugas. He solidified his status as a rising star in the welterweight division by successfully defending the interim title against Fabian Maidana in May. Barrios was subsequently elevated to full champion status when the World Boxing Council declared Terence Crawford "champion in recess," setting the stage for his first official title defense.

Barrios, a former 140-pound titleholder, began his career with an impressive 26-0 record before facing setbacks against Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Keith Thurman in his welterweight debut. However, Barrios has rebounded strongly, stringing together three consecutive victories since those losses, showcasing his resilience and determination to remain at the top of his game.

Ramos (28-6-2) enters this title bout with renewed confidence after a fifth-round stoppage victory over Juan Ramon Guzman in April. This win helped him bounce back from consecutive losses to Cody Crowley and Luke Santamaria. A seasoned competitor, Ramos has faced tough opponents like Regis Prograis, Ivan Baranchyk, and Yordenis Ugas, proving his durability and grit in the ring. His most notable victory came in 2021 when he stopped Omar Figueroa Jr. in the sixth round, demonstrating his ability to compete at a high level.

The Barrios vs. Ramos bout is part of an already exciting undercard that features a highly anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, two of the most prominent names in women's boxing. Additionally, India's Neeraj Goyat will be facing Brazilian social media sensation and fighter Whindersson Nunes, adding international flair to the event.