Boxing News’s Elliot Worsell caught up with Zayas just before his breakout win over Patrick Teixeira on June 8 in New York. LIKE plenty of children, every decision made and turn taken by Xander Zayas in his early years was one governed by necessity rather than the luxury of choice. He moved to America from … Read more
By Eric Armit HIGHLIGHTS from the past week of action Oscar Collazo retains his WBO minimumweight belt with a unanimous verdict over Gerardo Zapata. Blair Cobbs floors and outpoints Adrien Broner and there are wins for Michael Hunter and Yuniel Dorticos. Xander Zayas goes ten rounds for the first time, impressively winning over Patrick Teixeira, … Read more
THE RESULT: Xander Zayas achieved a shut-out victory over former 154lbs world champion Patrick Teixeira at the Madison Square Garden Theatre in New York. The Puerto Rican carnival atmosphere added to the memorable experience of Zayas headlining the venue. The 21-year-old’s dominance in the fight was evident in the judges’ scorecards (100-90 twice, 99-91). KEY … Read more
