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Undefeated Super Featherweight Contender Andres Cortes to Attend Oscar Valdez vs. Liam Wilson Fight Eyes Potential Showdown with Winner
PhilBoxing.com
Thu, 28 Mar 2024
LAS VEGAS, NV (March 27, 2024) - Top Rank’s undefeated super featherweight contender Andres "Savage" Cortes (21-0, 12 KOs), currently ranked #3 by the WBO, will be in attendance at the highly anticipated Oscar Valdez vs. Liam Wilson fight for the WBO interim title. The event is set to take place this Friday, March 29th, at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, and is being promoted by Top Rank.
Cortes, who currently holds the WBO Inter-Continental title along with the WBC Silver belt, will be sitting ringside at the event, closely observing the action as Valdez and Wilson battle it out for the interim title. With his eyes set on the winner, Cortes sees this fight as a potential future showdown in the super featherweight division.
"I'll be watching the Valdez vs. Wilson fight closely because I see myself facing the winner in the near future,” said Cortes, born and raised in Las Vegas. “This is a significant matchup in the division, and I'm ready to take on the challenge against whoever emerges victorious."
Known for his confidence and skill inside the ring, Cortes emphasized his belief in his abilities and willingness to face any opponent in the division. "I firmly believe that I am the best fighter in the super featherweight division, and I'm prepared to prove it by taking on all comers. I'm eager to showcase my talents and continue my journey towards becoming a world champion," he added.
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