Callum Walsh Defeats Ocampo In Zuffa Boxing Debut

Last night marked the historic debut of Zuffa Boxing 01 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas as Dana White’s new boxing promotion kicked off its first event on Paramount+ during fight week. In the main event, Callum Walsh delivered a strong performance, defeating Carlos Ocampo via unanimous decision over 10 rounds to remain undefeated under the Zuffa banner. Walsh controlled the fight from start to finish and secured the victory on all scorecards. Other standout performances included Misael Rodriguez stopping Austin Deanda by TKO in the fourth round, Julian Rodriguez winning a unanimous decision over Cain Sandoval, Omar Trinidad scoring a late stoppage win, and several other fighters picking up decision victories in their bouts. Overall, the card featured a mix of competitive contests that showcased depth and promise across weight classes.

After the show, Dana White addressed the media, acknowledging the significance of the debut while also admitting there were aspects of the night he felt could have been better. White said he was proud to see the night happen and highlighted the potential of many fighters on the card, emphasizing that the goal of Zuffa Boxing is to build new stars and give fighters opportunities to grow. He reiterated that this was just the beginning of a long‑term plan to expand the sport and create a consistent boxing calendar similar to the UFC model. White also noted that while not every fight delivered fireworks, the promotion was pleased with the level of competition and looks forward to building on this first event with future cards.

White’s comments made it clear that Zuffa Boxing will continue refining its product and recruiting talent as it seeks to establish itself in the boxing landscape. He mentioned ongoing conversations about future signings and hinted that top fighters and champions may be part of the promotion’s future plans, reinforcing his long‑term vision for the brand.