All Star Boxing is set to return to Puerto Rico, teaming up with Miguel Cotto Promotions and H2 Entertainment to host a live event at Coliseo Marcelo Trujillo in Humacao. The “WBO Night of Champions” will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, as part of the 37th WBO Annual Convention. A press conference was held at the Royal Sonesta in Isla Verde, which will serve as the host hotel for the event.
The main event will feature Humacao’s junior flyweight contender Rene “El Chulo” Santiago (12-4, 9 KOs), taking on Panama’s Azael “Candelilla” Villar (21-3-4, 15 KOs) in a 10-rounder.
In the co-main event, Puerto Rican flyweight contender Juan Carlos “El Indio” Camacho (17-1, 8 KOs) battles Jayson “The Smasher” Mama (20-1, 10 KOs) of the Philippines in another 10-round contest.
WBO President Francisco “Paco” Valcarcel said: “These are exciting, toss-up fights, and we look forward to making this a historic night.”
Felix “Tuto” Zabala Jr., president of All Star Boxing Inc., reflected on the significance of returning to Puerto Rico for the 60th anniversary of his father’s first event there in 1964. “It’s special to be back with our WBO family and on ESPN+ and ESPN Knockout,” Zabala said.
Rene Santiago shared his enthusiasm for fighting in his hometown for the first time, while Juan Carlos Camacho thanked his promoters for their continued support.
Tickets go on sale at noon tomorrow on Ticketpr.com. The first bout begins at 7 p.m., with live TV coverage starting at 8 p.m. on ESPN+ (USA and Canada) and ESPN Knockout (Latin America). The event will feature five additional bouts.