Diego Pacheco, a 22-year-old super middleweight challenger, will face veteran Marcelo Esteban Coceres in a 10-round match on Saturday night, November 18th, live on DAZN from the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California.
Pacheco, with a record of 19-0 and 16 KOs, is considered a future star in the division by Matchroom Boxing promoters. However, he faces a tough test from the experienced Argentine Coceres, 32.
Coceres has lost three of his past four fights, facing tough opponents such as Mayrim Nursultanov, Edgar Berlanga, Eric Bazinyan, Sebastian Horacio Papeschi, and billy jo sanders. He gave former two-division world champion, Saunders, a tough fight until he was stopped in the 11th round.
Pacheco is ranked No. 3 by the WBO, No. 5 by the IBF, No. 6 by the WBC, and No. 8 by the WBA, with recent wins over Manuel Gallegos, Jack Cullen, Ricardo Adrian Luna, and Enrique Collazo.
Also on the card, WBA Women’s World Super Bantamweight Champion Mayerlin Rivas will defend her belt against Erika Cruz (16-2, 3 KOs).
Diego Pacheco could move past the 168-pound weight class soon.
Diego Pacheco, a 6-foot-4 super middleweight, is seen as a promising addition to the division. He possesses a record of 19 wins, 16 KOs, and an undefeated record, which has attracted attention in the boxing world. There is a suggestion that he might need to move up to the 175-pound weight class soon.
According to boxing analysts, Pacheco’s size and ability as a knockout puncher make him a potential contender in the division. However, it is noted that he still needs more experience before he can challenge established fighters in the division.
Pacheco has had a good test
Diego Pacheco’s upcoming fight against Coceres is seen as a significant step up for the young fighter. His performance in this fight will be crucial in determining his future in the division.
Despite being only 22 years old, Pacheco is already being considered as a serious contender. His ability to handle tough opponents like Coceres will be closely watched to gauge his potential in the division.
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn needs to set up fights between Pacheco and other notable names in the division, such as Caleb Plant, Berlanga, Jermall Charlo, and Jaime Munguia, to further establish Pacheco’s credentials.
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WBO International and USWBC super middleweight champion Diego Pacheco (19-0, 16 KOs) is excited to face Marcelo Coceres and is confident about his chances in the fight. On the other hand, Coceres is determined to put up a tough fight against Pacheco.
Q&A: Pacheco vs. Coceres Fight Night
A Q&A section provides details about the date and start time of the match, how to watch it on DAZN, device compatibility, event location, and the professional records of Diego Pacheco and Marcelo Esteban Coceres.
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The event will feature several bouts before the main event, including fights between Kriztec Bazaldua and Pedro Angel Cruz, as well as Jalan Walker and Jorge Alberto Villegas. The main event is scheduled to begin at 5pm PT on DAZN.
Additionally, there will be a title fight at the event, featuring Mayerlin Rivas and Erika Cruz, as well as Diego Pacheco and Marcelo Coceres.
