From WBC:
Mercado defeats Sanchez
Yamileth “Yeimi” Mercado conquered the WBC International super bantamweight champion Council.
She defeated Venezuelan Alys ¨China¨ Sánchez by UD in front of more than 4 thousand people at the Poliforo in Cuauhtémoc Chihuahua.
It was a promotion of 2 M Box Promotions and a aired on Facebook Live.
“Yeimi” Mercado (15-2, 4 kos) took control of the fight, by landing strong right hands on Sanchez (15-6-1 4 kos), who was unable to impose her boxing skills.
The cards of World Boxing Council judges were: 100-90, 97-93 and 99-91 all in favor of “Yeimi”, who is one step away from facing African Fatuma Zarika, who’s absolute champion.
Mercado´s plan was effective, always attacking with combinations from middle range.
“I am very excited for this great night in front of my people. Thanks to the World Boxing Council for giving opportunity to young people in Mexico. Thanks to my Promoter, Mauricio Madero and my audience in Cuauhtémoc. We will go for the world title again soon” the new international champion said.
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