5/13 PBC on SHO: Rolando Rolly Romero vs Ismael Barroso (vacant WBA Super Lightweight Title)
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Undefeated WBA super lightweight world champion Alberto “La Avispa” Puello will make the first defense of his world title when he takes on hard-hitting contender Rolando “Rolly” Romero on Saturday, May 13 live on Showtime from The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features two additional super lightweight bouts with former two-division world champion Rances Barthelemy dueling the all-action Omar “El Relámpago” Juarez in the 10-round super lightweight co-main event, plus top super lightweight contenders Batyr Akhmedov and ShoBox alum Kenneth Sims, Jr., meet in a 12-round WBA super lightweight world title eliminator opening up the telecast.
A native of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic, Puello (21-0, 10 KOs) now fights out of Las Vegas under the tutelage of renowned trainer Bob Santos, who also trains Puello’s childhood friend, former WBA 130-Pound World Champion Hector Luis Garcia. The 28-year-old captured his world championship in his most recent fight, earning a hard-fought decision victory over Akhmedov last August on Showtime.
Puello leapt up the rankings in July 2019, handing Jonathan Alonso his first career defeat with a unanimous decision victory that earned him an interim title. He was also successful in his U.S. debut in December 2021, as he scored a unanimous decision victory over Veshawn Owens in Owens’ hometown.
Part of the Mayweather Promotions stable, Romero (14-1, 12 KOs) is known for his brash talk that he backs up with power in both hands as well as an exciting, unique style that makes him must-see whenever he steps between the ropes. Romero returns to the ring for the first time since a May 2022 defeat against three-division champion Gervonta Davis. Prior to the Davis fight, Romero won an interim title in August 2020 by earning a close but unanimous decision over then unbeaten Jackson Marinez. The 27-year-old followed that victory up with a pair of impressive knockout triumphs, dominating slick contender Avery Sparrow with a seventh-round stoppage in January 2021 before dropping former title challenger Anthony Yigit three times on his way to another seventh-round stoppage in July 2021.
A native of Havana, Cuba now fighting out of Las Vegas, Barthelemy (29-2-1, 15 KOs) returns after a defeat to Gary Antuanne Russell last July in which many believed the referee waived off the fight prematurely. A world champion at 130 and 135 pounds, Barthelemy owns notable victories over Argenis Mendez, Antonio DeMarco, Mickey Bey and Denis Shafikov. His only other professional loss came in a 2018 140-pound championship rematch against Kiryl Relikh. Barthelemy comes from a fighting family, as he is the middle brother between the younger Leduan and the older Yan, who won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics.
The 23-year-old Juarez (14-1, 5 KOs) enters the ring propelled by momentum gained from his efforts inside and outside the ring. He enters the fight on a three-bout winning streak following a June 2021 defeat to All Rivera, including 2022 victories over Ryan Karl in February and Austin Dulay in December. A native of Brownsville, Texas, Juarez has achieved recognition in his community by uplifting the state’s youth through motivational speaking, receiving commendations from the Texas State Senate and the Texas House of Representatives for his altruism.
Born in Uzbekistan and now fighting out of Los Angeles, Calif., Akhmedov (9-2, 8 KOs) represented Turkey at the 2016 Olympic Games. The 32-year-old turned pro in 2017 and won his first seven pro fights, with six coming by knockout. Most recently, Akhmedov lost a narrow split-decision to Puello in a vacant 140-pound title fight last August on Showtime, with his only other blemish coming in a 2019 action-fight against Mario Barrios.
The 29-year-old Sims (19-2-1, 7 KOs) is one of the hottest fighters in the 140-pound division and can move one step closer to a world title with a victory on May 13. Representing his native Chicago, Ill., Sims has won six-straight outings dating back to May 2018 including triumphs over then-unbeaten fighters Elvis Rodriguez and Keeshawn Williams in 2021. Most recently, Sims dispatched Rock Myrthil in the fifth-round of their December 2022 showdown.
The telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features two additional super lightweight bouts with former two-division world champion Rances Barthelemy dueling the all-action Omar “El Relámpago” Juarez in the 10-round super lightweight co-main event, plus top super lightweight contenders Batyr Akhmedov and ShoBox alum Kenneth Sims, Jr., meet in a 12-round WBA super lightweight world title eliminator opening up the telecast.
A native of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic, Puello (21-0, 10 KOs) now fights out of Las Vegas under the tutelage of renowned trainer Bob Santos, who also trains Puello’s childhood friend, former WBA 130-Pound World Champion Hector Luis Garcia. The 28-year-old captured his world championship in his most recent fight, earning a hard-fought decision victory over Akhmedov last August on Showtime.
Puello leapt up the rankings in July 2019, handing Jonathan Alonso his first career defeat with a unanimous decision victory that earned him an interim title. He was also successful in his U.S. debut in December 2021, as he scored a unanimous decision victory over Veshawn Owens in Owens’ hometown.
Part of the Mayweather Promotions stable, Romero (14-1, 12 KOs) is known for his brash talk that he backs up with power in both hands as well as an exciting, unique style that makes him must-see whenever he steps between the ropes. Romero returns to the ring for the first time since a May 2022 defeat against three-division champion Gervonta Davis. Prior to the Davis fight, Romero won an interim title in August 2020 by earning a close but unanimous decision over then unbeaten Jackson Marinez. The 27-year-old followed that victory up with a pair of impressive knockout triumphs, dominating slick contender Avery Sparrow with a seventh-round stoppage in January 2021 before dropping former title challenger Anthony Yigit three times on his way to another seventh-round stoppage in July 2021.
A native of Havana, Cuba now fighting out of Las Vegas, Barthelemy (29-2-1, 15 KOs) returns after a defeat to Gary Antuanne Russell last July in which many believed the referee waived off the fight prematurely. A world champion at 130 and 135 pounds, Barthelemy owns notable victories over Argenis Mendez, Antonio DeMarco, Mickey Bey and Denis Shafikov. His only other professional loss came in a 2018 140-pound championship rematch against Kiryl Relikh. Barthelemy comes from a fighting family, as he is the middle brother between the younger Leduan and the older Yan, who won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics.
The 23-year-old Juarez (14-1, 5 KOs) enters the ring propelled by momentum gained from his efforts inside and outside the ring. He enters the fight on a three-bout winning streak following a June 2021 defeat to All Rivera, including 2022 victories over Ryan Karl in February and Austin Dulay in December. A native of Brownsville, Texas, Juarez has achieved recognition in his community by uplifting the state’s youth through motivational speaking, receiving commendations from the Texas State Senate and the Texas House of Representatives for his altruism.
Born in Uzbekistan and now fighting out of Los Angeles, Calif., Akhmedov (9-2, 8 KOs) represented Turkey at the 2016 Olympic Games. The 32-year-old turned pro in 2017 and won his first seven pro fights, with six coming by knockout. Most recently, Akhmedov lost a narrow split-decision to Puello in a vacant 140-pound title fight last August on Showtime, with his only other blemish coming in a 2019 action-fight against Mario Barrios.
The 29-year-old Sims (19-2-1, 7 KOs) is one of the hottest fighters in the 140-pound division and can move one step closer to a world title with a victory on May 13. Representing his native Chicago, Ill., Sims has won six-straight outings dating back to May 2018 including triumphs over then-unbeaten fighters Elvis Rodriguez and Keeshawn Williams in 2021. Most recently, Sims dispatched Rock Myrthil in the fifth-round of their December 2022 showdown.
Puello Tests Positive For Banned Substance; Romero To Box Barroso For Vacant WBA Belt 5/13
BY KEITH IDEC
Published Wed Apr 19, 2023, 03:41 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS – Alberto Puello’s championship reign apparently will be a short one.
BoxingScene.com has learned that the Dominican southpaw has tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug, which is expected to cost Puello his WBA super lightweight title. The 28-year-old Puello failed for an undisclosed substance in a test administered by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association.
Puello (21-0, 10 KOs) has therefore been removed from what was supposed to be his first WBA 140-pound championship defense against Rolando “Rolly” Romero. Puello-Romero was supposed to headline a “Showtime Championship Boxing” tripleheader May 13 at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
Romero (14-1, 12 KOs), of North Las Vegas, Nevada, is now expected to meet Ismael Barroso for the vacant WBA super lightweight title in Premier Boxing Champions’ main event on Showtime next month.
Venezuela’s Barroso (24-3-2, 22 KOs) is the mandatory challenger for the WBA’s 140-pound crown. The 40-year-old contender was scheduled to compete on the non-televised portion of the Puello-Romero undercard.
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Wait until Rolly unlocks his full autism powers on nikkas 
Caught red handed. Dumb.
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How tf Rolly get a title shot at 140 
And he about to fight a 40 year old non televised fighter for the belt. Rolly era comingHow tf Rolly get a title shot at 140
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Lmfao boy failed upwardsHow tf Rolly get a title shot at 140
they still havent confirmed the belt being on the line yet...interesting
anyways...rances barthelemy and omar juarez ....
at a barthelemy being a co main
love the akhmedov vs sims fight though..quality 140 fight
anyways...rances barthelemy and omar juarez ....
at a barthelemy being a co mainlove the akhmedov vs sims fight though..quality 140 fight
Rolley should have been the face of boxing. Breh is straight comedy 
Rolley should have been the face of boxing. Breh is straight comedy
If he wins this belt dude finna be off the chain lmfao
@ChocolateGiddyUp Sorry Choc it seems Rolly is fighting for a gamestop belt so unless wba strips Puello before Sat you won't get to read those words haha
Puello Named WBA 140-Pound Champ In Recess; Romero, Barroso To Fight For Vacant Title
BY KEITH IDEC
Published Wed May 10, 2023, 09:43 AM EDT
The WBA has rendered Alberto Puello its super lightweight champion in recess as it attempts to resolve his status with the Nevada State Athletic Commission.
BoxingScene.com confirmed Wednesday that the WBA changed Puello’s championship status for failing a performance-enhancing drug test last month. The WBA consequently has sanctioned the 12-round bout between Rolando “Rolly” Romero and Ismael Barroso for its vacant 140-pound crown.
Romero (14-1, 12 KOs), of North Las Vegas, Nevada, and Miami’s Barroso (24-3-2, 22 KOs) will headline a “Showtime Championship Boxing” tripleheader Saturday night from The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The fifth-ranked Romero, who will make his debut at the super lightweight limit, was scheduled to challenge Puello (21-0, 10 KOs) for the WBA 140-pound title Saturday night.
The 40-year-old Barroso is the WBA’s mandatory challenger in the super lightweight division. The native Venezuelan was scheduled to fight on the Puello-Romero undercard, but he was chosen to replace Puello as Romero’s opponent once Puello tested positive for Clomiphene, a banned substance.
The WBA also ruled that the Romero-Barroso winner must face England’s Ohara Davies no later than 120 days from Saturday. Davies (25-2, 18 KOs) is the WBA’s second-ranked contender in the 140-pound division.
If Puello’s B sample provided to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association comes back positive for Clomiphene, he likely will be stripped of his title. Puello has a hearing scheduled for May 17 with the Nevada State Athletic Commission regarding his temporary suspension.
Clomiphene is usually prescribed to women who struggle with infertility. Clomiphene can act as a performance enhancer in male athletes as well, as it increases testosterone levels.
England’s Conor Benn previously tested positive for Clomiphene before his fight against British rival Chris Eubank Jr. The Benn-Eubank bout, which was scheduled for October 8 at O2 Arena in London, was canceled October 4 due to Benn’s failed test.
The Dominican Republic’s Puello (21-0, 10 KOs) won the then-vacant WBA super lightweight title in his most recent fight. The 28-year-old southpaw beat Uzbekistan’s Batyr Akhmedov (9-2, 8 KOs) by split decision in their 12-round fight August 20 at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.
Akhmedov, meanwhile, will square off against Chicago’s Kenneth Sims Jr. (19-2-1, 7 KOs) in the opener of Showtime’s three-bout broadcast Saturday night (9 p.m. EDT; 6 p.m. PDT). The third-ranked Akhmedov and the 10th-rated Sims will meet in a WBA 140-pound elimination match.
Rances Barthelemy (29-2-1, 15 KOs, 1 NC), a 140-pound contender from Cuba, and Omar Juarez (14-1, 5 KOs), of Brownsville, Texas, are set to fight in the 10-round co-feature Saturday night.
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Hope he does so Regis can beat the piss outta him.