Interim titlist Antonio Vargas eyes WBA bantamweight belt
Boxlab Promotions’ rising star Antonio Vargas (19-1, 11 KOs) showcased his grit, dedication, and knockout energy when he claimed the WBA interim world bantamweight title in dramatic style on December 13, 2024, on the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, FL.
The 27-year-old from Kissimmee, FL, scored a surprising stoppage of beforehand unbeaten Winston “El Fantasma” Guerrero (22-1, 13 KOs) within the 12-round primary occasion of MVP’s Most Invaluable Prospects 10 card televised stay on DAZN.
IBO #9 Vargas, who climbed off the canvas early within the battle, delivered a career-defining efficiency that has solidified his standing as one in all boxing’s brightest skills. He’s now in search of a showdown with WBA bantamweight champion Seiya Tsutsumi (12-0, 8 KOs) of Japan.
“Getting knocked down was a reminder of how robust this sport is, however I confirmed the guts of a champion,” stated Vargas, who’s a religious Christian. “Winston Guerrero is a superb fighter, however I refused to let this second slip away. Successful the WBA interim title is the results of all of the sacrifices I’ve made, and it’s only the start.”
Vargas’s journey to this milestone has been nothing wanting inspiring. Since his lone skilled defeat in 2019, he has reeled off 10 consecutive wins, seven of which got here by knockout. This successful streak exhibits how exhausting he’s labored to enhance his expertise and his willpower to grow to be the most effective in his weight class.
“The street again hasn’t been straightforward,” Vargas mirrored. “I needed to dig deep, repair errors, and keep targeted. Each battle since 2019 has been a step nearer to this title. These robust moments constructed the fighter you see at the moment, and I’m prepared for something that comes my method.”
Trying forward, Vargas has his sights set on the reigning WBA bantamweight world champion, Seiya Tsutsumi of Japan. Undeterred by the problem of touring overseas, Vargas expressed confidence in his capability to tackle the most effective.
“I wish to show I’m the most effective bantamweight on the planet, and meaning going through Seiya Tsutsumi,” concluded Vargas. “I’m able to battle him in Japan or wherever else. That is what being a champion is all about—going through the hardest challenges head-on and popping out on high.”
Along with his relentless drive, a world title in his grasp, and a imaginative and prescient for unifying the bantamweight division, Antonio Vargas is poised for a monumental 2025. Boxing followers across the globe can anticipate extra electrifying performances from him within the months and years to return.”
“Antonio Vargas proved he’s an elite fighter together with his efficiency towards Guerrero proved he’s prepared for the largest fights,” stated Boxlab Promotions President Amaury Piedra. “We’re working diligently to finalize a battle in Japan towards Seiya Tsutsumi for the WBA title. Antonio’s need and expertise make us assured he can unify the division and cement his place as one in all boxing’s high stars.”
