Jamaine Ortiz Eyes World Title Shot with August 23 Return in Orlando

Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz (19-2-1, 9 KOs) is back in action on Saturday, August 23, when he faces Dominican contender Ambiorix Bautista (19-2, 11 KOs) at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, live worldwide on DAZN. The bout is promoted by Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) in association with CES Boxing and BoxLab Promotions.

Ortiz, currently ranked inside the top 15 by all four major sanctioning bodies, is knocking on the door of a world title shot. A victory this weekend would strengthen his claim for a crack at one of the division’s champions, including Teofimo Lopez (WBO), Richardson Hitchens (IBF), Subriel Matias (WBC), or Gary Antuanne Russell (WBA).

“Camp has been great,” Ortiz said. “Bautista is a tough fighter who comes to win, but I’m ready for whatever he brings. This fight is about making a statement and reminding the champions that I'm coming.”

Bautista, a seasoned contender from the Dominican Republic, brings experience and danger. With 19 wins and 11 knockouts, he is riding an impressive 16-fight win streak—10 of those victories coming by stoppage—since suffering back-to-back losses nearly a decade ago. Bautista also steps in as a late replacement for Steve Claggett, who withdrew due to injury.

For Ortiz, last-minute opponent changes are nothing new. “This is the third straight fight where I’ve had an opponent change,” Ortiz noted. “But I don’t let it throw me off. I prepare to fight the best in the world, so no matter who’s across the ring, I’m ready to execute.”

With his eyes set firmly on the top of the junior welterweight division, Ortiz knows what’s at stake in Orlando.

“My goal is to fight the very best,” Ortiz emphasized. “I would love a rematch with Teofimo Lopez, but if that doesn't happen, I’ll fight any of the champions. I'm past due for a world title.”

Fight fans can watch Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz vs. Ambiorix Bautista live on DAZN on Saturday, August 23, from the Caribe Royale in Orlando.