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Rising Star H2O Sylve Shines in Long Beach, Defeats JoJo Diaz in MF Pro's Historic U.S. Debut on DAZN PhilBoxing.com Sun, 21 Jun 2026  LONG BEACH, CA (June 19, 2026) – In a compelling clash of youth versus experience that highlighted MF Pro's inaugural event in the United States, H2O Sylve improved to 14-1 (10 KOs) with a unanimous decision victory over former two-time world champion Joseph “JoJo” Diaz (34-10-1, 15 KOs) in a 10-round super lightweight contest broadcast worldwide on DAZN. The victory served as the centerpiece of a successful U.S. debut for MF Pro, as H2O delivered a statement performance against one of the sport's most accomplished veterans before a packed crowd at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, California. Sylve showcased his speed, movement, and sharp boxing skills early, controlling the action and building a lead on the scorecards through the opening rounds. Diaz, a seasoned veteran, rallied in the second half of the fight and enjoyed success with sustained pressure and effective combinations, but was unable to overcome Sylve’s early advantage. After 10 competitive rounds, the judges scored the bout 98-92 and 97-93 twice, all in favor of Sylve, who earned the biggest victory of his young career with the unanimous decision win. “I knew this was going to be a tough fight because JoJo is a former world champion and a veteran who has seen everything in the sport,” said H2O. “My game plan was to stay disciplined, use my movement, and box smart. He came on strong late, but I felt I controlled the fight and did what I needed to do to get the victory. This win is another step toward becoming a world champion. I’m on my way to the top.” In the 10-round co-main event, undefeated lightweight contender Devin Cushing improved to 19-0 with 14 knockouts after earning a hard-fought unanimous decision victory over J’Hon Ingram (9-1, 7 KOs) in a scheduled 10-round lightweight contest. The loss marked the first defeat of Ingram’s professional career. The bout featured competitive, back-and-forth action from the opening bell, with both fighters enjoying moments of success throughout the contest. Ingram showcased his toughness and determination, while Cushing consistently landed the cleaner, more effective punches during the exchanges. Fans were treated to nonstop action in every round as the two lightweights battled at a high pace. After ten entertaining rounds, Cushing’s sharp punching and ring generalship proved to be the difference, earning him a unanimous decision victory with all three judges scoring the bout 97-93 in his favor. “I knew J’Hon was going to come in prepared and give me a tough fight,” said Cushing. “He’s a talented fighter and he made me work for every round. I stayed patient, listened to my corner, and focused on landing the cleaner shots. I knew I had to box my way to victory, and all the hard work paid off. I’m ready for anyone in the lightweight division, I want all the big names.” Amir “Cashman” Anderson remained undefeated and captured the WBC US Silver Middleweight Championship with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Jonas Sylvain in their 10-round main event. Anderson (8-0, 7 KOs) showcased his well-rounded skill set, going the distance for the first time in his professional career while handing Sylvain (9-1-1, 5 KOs) the first loss of his career. Using his height, reach, and sharp southpaw jab, Anderson controlled the action from the opening bell. He dictated the pace, managed distance effectively, and consistently found success with precise counterpunching against the previously unbeaten Sylvain. Anderson's technical superiority was evident throughout the contest, as he won virtually every round on all three judges' scorecards. “I feel great,” said Anderson. “This was the first time I've gone 10 rounds as a professional, and it was important for me to show that I can maintain my focus, conditioning, and boxing skills from the first bell to the last. Jonas was a tough opponent, but I stayed patient, followed the game plan, and proved that I can do more than just knock people out. Winning the WBC US Silver title and getting a unanimous decision like this is a big step forward in my career. I’m ready for the next level.” Undefeated Jr. Welterweight contender Ernesto “Tito” Mercado improved to 19-0 with 18 knockouts after scoring a dominant second-round stoppage of veteran Juan Carlos Burgos (36-9-3, 22 KOs). Mercado methodically broke down Burgos before unleashing a devastating right hook-left hook combination that sent the former title challenger to the canvas. Burgos beat the count, but Mercado quickly closed the show, flooring him once more with a blistering combination that prompted the referee to halt the contest at the 2:40 mark of Round 2. “I knew I had to stay patient and break him down,” said Mercado, the current WBO International Jr. Welterweight champ. “Burgos is a tough, experienced fighter who has been in with some of the best, but I’m different. Once I found my rhythm, I started landing the shots I wanted and knew it was only a matter of time before I got him out of there. Now it’s time for me to fight for the WBO Jr. Welterweight title.” Welterweight rising star, David “Dynamite” Lopez, improved to 9-0 with 7 knockouts and continued his rise in the welterweight division in a scheduled 8-round bout with a dominant first-round stoppage of Joey Borrero (12-3, 9 KOs). Lopez wasted no time asserting himself, flooring Borrero with a vicious right hook early in the opening round. Although Borrero managed to beat the count, Lopez unleashed a relentless barrage of power punches that left his opponent defenseless. After approximately 30 more seconds of sustained punishment, the referee stepped in to halt the contest at the 1:41 mark of Round 1, awarding Lopez the TKO victory. The explosive performance further solidified Lopez’s status as one of boxing’s brightest young prospects. “I came into this fight looking to make a nice impression, and that's exactly what I did,” said Lopez. “My team and I worked hard in camp, and everything came together tonight. I saw the opening, landed the right hook, and once I had him hurt, I knew I had to finish the job. I'm ready for whatever comes next.” Super flyweight Kayla “The Truth” Gomez made an impressive professional debut as the first female fighter for MF Pro, earning a unanimous decision victory over fellow first-time pro Shayntain Creer in a dominant four-round contest. Gomez controlled the action throughout, showcasing her skills and poise en route to a shutout win. Her overhand right was landing at will in dominate fashion. All three judges scored the bout 60-54 in favor of Gomez, improving her record to 1-0, while Creer falls to 0-1. “I felt prepared and confident coming into this fight,” said Gomez. “Getting my first professional win means a lot, and I'm grateful for my team, my promoter, and everyone who supported me. This is just the beginning, and I'm excited to continue growing and improving with each fight.” Ethan Smith (5-0, 3 KOs) defeated Madrigal Rodriguez (10-11, 8 KOs) by second round knockout in a scheduled 6-round Super Middleweight bout. Daniel Mercado (1-0, 1 KO) defeated Alejandro Medina (4-10, 4 KOs) by first round knockout in a 4-round Super Welterweight bout. Daniel Gudino (5-0, 5 KOs) defeated Alejandro Herrera (5-7-1) by second round knockout in a super bantamweight bout.  |
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