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Undefeated Gabriela Tellez to Challenge Elif Nur Turhan for IBF Lightweight World Title June 13 in Glendale, AZ PhilBoxing.com Sat, 06 Jun 2026  GLENDALE, AZ (June 5, 2026) – Boxlab Promotions' undefeated lightweight contender Gabriela "Sosa" Tellez (7-0, 3 KOs) of San Antonio, Texas, will face the biggest challenge of her young professional career when she takes on IBF Lightweight World Champion, Elif Nur Turhan (13-0, 8 KOs) of Istanbul, Türkiye, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. The 10-round world title showdown will be featured as part of an action-packed card promoted by Matchroom Boxing in association with Boxlab Promotions and will stream live worldwide on DAZN. For Tellez, the opportunity represents the realization of a lifelong dream. After compiling an undefeated professional record and steadily climbing the lightweight ranks, the talented Texan now stands one victory away from becoming a world champion. As she prepares for the most important night of her boxing journey, Tellez says the magnitude of the moment has only strengthened her determination. Speaking about her first opportunity to fight for a world championship, Tellez reflected on the years of sacrifice that brought her to this stage. "This is everything I've worked for since I first stepped into a boxing gym," said Tellez. "Every early morning run, every hard sparring session, every sacrifice my family and I made has led to this opportunity. To be fighting for my first world title is a dream come true. I want to seize the moment and bring that championship belt home. Opportunities like this don't come around often, and I'm approaching this fight with complete focus and gratitude. I've visualized this moment for years, and now that it's here, I'm ready to prove that I belong among the best fighters in the world." Training under renowned coach Jose Benavidez Sr. in Arizona has provided Tellez with the confidence and preparation she believes will be necessary against an undefeated champion-caliber opponent. Providing an update on training camp, Tellez praised the work being done behind the scenes as she enters the final stages of preparation. "Training camp has been incredible," Tellez stated. "Working with Jose Benavidez Sr. and the entire team has pushed me to another level both physically and mentally. We've studied every aspect of Turhan's style and have built a game plan that brings out the best in me. Every day in camp has been about improving, learning, and preparing for a world championship atmosphere. I feel stronger, faster, and more confident than ever before. The work has already been done, and now it's about staying focused and bringing everything together on fight night. This will be the best version of Gabriela Tellez that the fans have ever seen." While the world title is the immediate goal, Tellez understands that a victory would have a far-reaching impact on both her career and the community that has supported her from the beginning. Discussing what winning the IBF title would mean, Tellez spoke passionately about representing her hometown of San Antonio. "Winning this title would change my life, but it would also mean so much to the people who have supported me from day one," said Tellez. "San Antonio has always embraced fighters who work hard and represent the city with pride. I want young girls and young athletes back home to see that no dream is too big if you're willing to work for it. Becoming a world champion would open new doors in my career, but more importantly, it would give me the chance to inspire others. I want my story to show people that success is possible no matter where you come from. Bringing a world championship back to San Antonio would be one of the proudest moments of my life." The June 13 event will mark the highest-profile appearance of Tellez's career, with boxing fans from around the globe watching live on DAZN. When discussing the opportunity to perform on a worldwide platform, Tellez embraced the spotlight and the responsibility that comes with it. "This is the kind of stage every fighter dreams about," Tellez said. "Millions of people will have the chance to watch this fight on DAZN, and I'm excited to show the world my God given talent. I don't look at the spotlight as pressure…I look at it as an opportunity. This platform gives me a chance to showcase my skills, my heart, and everything I've worked so hard to achieve. I want fans tuning in from Texas, from across the United States, and from around the world to see a fighter who refuses to back down from a challenge. Fighting on a stage like this motivates me to perform at my absolute best and leave no doubt that I belong at the championship level." Boxlab Promotions President Amaury Piedra expressed his excitement about Tellez reaching the world championship stage and praised her dedication throughout her professional journey. "We couldn't be happier for Gabriela and everything she has accomplished to earn this opportunity," said Piedra. "From the moment she joined Boxlab Promotions, we saw someone with tremendous talent, determination, and a genuine passion for the sport. She has grown tremendously with each fight, and her development both inside and outside the ring has been remarkable. This is the her time to shine.  |
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