Jesus Saracho vs Tarik Zaina weigh-in results
Photos by Carlos Baeza – Thompson Boxing Promotions
Rising star Jesus Saracho (13-1, 11KO) of Guanajuato, Mexico, takes the next step in his career as he steps up in competition to fight Tarik Zaina (12-0, 8KO) for the WBO Latino Super Lightweight title.
“Locked 'N Loaded” will take place at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, California on Friday, June 23, 2023.
Doors open at 6:45 pm PT with the first fight starting at 8pm PT / 4am BST (Sunday morning for UK fans).
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Jesus Saracho 143.7 vs Tarik Zaina 139.8
Nelson Oliva 159.5 vs Miguel Angel Barajas 159.5
Jesus Gonzalez 150.6 vs Levy Josue 150.6
Traden Beltran 136.3 vs Gerardo Alberto Fuentes 137
Emilliano Moreno 141.9 vs Cristian Dominguez 141.2
Angel Beltran 144.5 vs Abraham Afful 146.6
Quotes
Jesus Saracha: “I’ve been in the gym for the last five months working on all parts of my game. I feel sharp going into this fight. My whole perspective on training has changed for the better since my lone defeat last year. I feel I’m a better fighter now and it showed in this training camp.
“That fact that Zaina is unbeaten, I know he’s coming into this fight with a lot of confidence. I too feel great with a lot of confidence since I just beat two undefeated fighters back-to-back. This fight will be explosive. We are going to give the fans a great fight.
“I have a strong relationship with the WBO, and I want to keep the momentum going by defending my Latino title. A win against Zaina will sustain my WBO ranking and lead to bigger fights.
“Three of my last four fights have been in the States so I feel I’m getting more comfortable fighting outside of Mexico. The competition is far better so the training and preparation has been taken to the next level. Fighting in the main event is special and I’m grateful, especially on a Thompson Boxing card where everyone back home will be to watch on YouTube.
“I’ve been in the gym for the last six months waiting for a fight and now it’s finally here. I know that I’ll be able to go the distance because I’m in great shape. I’ve had the best camp of my life.”
Tarik Zaina: “This is a big step up in my career. Saracho has been in the ring and has beaten some top fighters. If I get him hurt, I’ll be looking to end the fight early. This will be a classic Mexican war!
“I can’t express how excited I am to be fighting for the WBO Latino title. As a fighter growing up in Tijuana, I always dreamed of fighting for some kind of title. The time is now for me to bring home that belt.
“All my fights have been in Mexico so fighting in the United States for the first time is motivating. I want to give the fans a great fight and show my worth to everyone watching.”
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