Armando Reséndiz Shocks Caleb Plant, Captures Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title in Las Vegas Thriller

Mexican power puncher Armando Reséndiz pulled off a major upset Saturday night, defeating former world champion Caleb Plant via split decision to claim the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title. The main event of PBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video unfolded at the Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Reséndiz (16-2, 11 KOs) earned the win on two scorecards, both reading 116-112, overruling one judge’s narrow 115-113 tally in favor of Plant (23-3, 14 KOs).

From the opening bell, Reséndiz set the tone, relentlessly tracking Plant and firing powerful combinations. Round three showcased his intent, landing flashy power punches that signaled he was there to make a statement.

“I knew most people had written me off, but I believed in myself,” said Reséndiz. “My team believed in me—and we executed the plan perfectly.”

Plant relied on his movement and jab to try and control the tempo, landing clean pot shots but failing to keep Reséndiz off him. In round seven, Reséndiz broke through again, staggering Plant with a sharp counter right followed by a left hook.

“He caught me with a decent overhand right, but nothing really hurt me,” Plant said. “I thought it was close. Sometimes close fights go the other way.”

Reséndiz kept pressing down the stretch and swept the final seven rounds on two scorecards. According to CompuBox, he out-landed Plant 186 to 108 and connected at a 31% rate, compared to 21% for Plant.

“I never worried about what people were saying,” Reséndiz added. “I knew I’d win. I’m ready for anyone—whoever the fans want.”

Plant, reflecting on the loss, said: “I thought I boxed well, used the ring, was patient—but it wasn’t my night. Now it’s about going home, being with my family. I’ll be back.”

Jermall Charlo Returns with Dominant TKO Win Over Thomas LaManna

In the co-main event, unbeaten two-division champion Jermall Charlo (34-0, 23 KOs) made a triumphant return, stopping veteran Thomas “Cornflake” LaManna (39-6-1, 18 KOs) just one second into round six after dropping him three times in a lopsided super middleweight bout.

“It feels good to be back,” Charlo said. “I’ve been through a lot, but I stayed strong. No more dark places—I’m focused and keeping God first.”

Charlo showcased his trademark jab (landing 44 in total) and used it to set up devastating straight rights and left hooks. He dropped LaManna first in round three with a left hook after a crisp right, then again in round four with another hook that forced LaManna to take a knee. A video replay overturned the original no-knockdown ruling.

Charlo sealed the deal in round five, landing a laser-straight right that put LaManna down a third time. Although LaManna beat the count, the ringside doctor recommended stopping the fight before round six could begin.

“He’s a two-time world champ for a reason,” LaManna said. “He was sharper than I expected. Disappointed, but I gave it my best.”

Yoenli Hernandez Outclasses Kyrone Davis Over 10 Rounds

Unbeaten Cuban standout Yoenli Feliciano Hernandez (8-0, 7 KOs) took a big step forward with a dominant unanimous decision win over Kyrone “Shut It Down” Davis (19-4-1, 6 KOs), sweeping the scorecards 100-89 across the board.

Hernandez dropped Davis in the second round with a smooth five-punch combination capped by a clean straight left. Although Davis recovered and used his experience to survive, he was thoroughly outmatched, landing just 41 punches to Hernandez’s 217.

“I actually feel great about going the distance,” Hernandez said. “I didn’t expect to feel that strong in the 10th round.”

Davis admitted he struggled to find rhythm: “I was fighting from behind early and couldn’t get into gear. He’s a solid fighter. I’ll regroup.”

Isaac Lucero Stops Undefeated Omar Valenzuela in Two

Kicking off the action, rising Mexican star Isaac Lucero (17-0, 13 KOs) delivered a statement win with a second-round knockout of previously unbeaten Omar Valenzuela (23-1, 20 KOs).

After a fierce start, Lucero landed a counter right late in round two that sent Valenzuela crashing to the canvas. Though Valenzuela got up, Lucero poured on the pressure, forcing the referee to step in at 2:57 of the round.

“I knew once I landed clean, it was only a matter of time,” Lucero said. “This is a dream come true. I’m ready to face bigger names, one fight at a time.”

Valenzuela, graceful in defeat, said: “It’s tough, but I’ll learn from this. I felt I could continue, but I respect the decision.”