Unbeaten Super Lightweight Contender Ready for Intriguing All Cuban Clash on DAZN

Kevin Brown (4-0, 3 KOs), promoted by Boxlab Promotions will take on Idalberto Umara (12-2, 8 KOs) on May 31, 2024, at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, Florida. Umara is co-promoted with Boxlab and M & R Promotions, with the clash being shown globally on DAZN. The super lightweight bout will be for the WBA Continental title. Cuban-born Brown is under the tutelage of renowned trainer Ismael Salas and is tipped for a bright future in an already stacked division. The Las Vegas resident has spoken about the upcoming fight, following a recent training session.

Kevin Brown Ready for Upcoming Fight Against Idalberto Umara

Kevin Brown Talks Making Progress

The super lightweight bout will be brought by Boxlab Promotions – in association with Undisputed Promotions. The upcoming May 31 event will give Brown the chance to showcase his ability on a global stage.

Brown has the Cuban traits when you watch him box. He puts his punches together extremely well and finishes his fights when he smells blood. The Cuban has shown he possesses plenty of power, and it’s going to be fascinating to see how his power carries as his opposition increases in quality.

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Brown spoke positively on his recent training camp with Salas: “Everyday I’m in training camp I’m getting better and better. I’m in the best shape of my life and I’m getting the proper sparring to be ready for this fight. Coach Salas and I have put a lot of hard work in and it will show on fight night.”

Speaking on his upcoming fight vs. Umara: “I know he is a fellow countryman from Cuba, so he is well trained from his youth, and he brings a lot of skill to the ring. I’m prepared to go the distance, but I will take him out if I get him hurt. I’m in the business of knockout out my opponents and this fight won’t be any different.”

Fighting for a Title and Climbing the Rankings

“This will be my 4th fight scheduled for 10-rounds and I feel the time is now to make my mark in the super lightweight division. I’m ready to take on all contenders and hopefully I’ll be in position to fight for a world title in 2025. I’m hungry and I want to be a world champion, and capturing the WBA Continental title will help.” 

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Speaking about progressing in his career: “Many doors will open with a victory against Umara. Winning these types of fights will help me climb up the rankings faster. I only want to fight the best possible opponents and this is a great opportunity to show the world what I’m made of.”