Matchroom Hit as MVP Sign Unbeaten Contender

Matchroom Boxing have long been at the forefront of boxing, signing some of the best up-and-coming talents and established stars. However, the promotional giant has been dealt a fresh blow, with the news that Yankiel Rivera has joined Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian at Most Valuable Promotions.

MVP Promotions Sign Unbeaten Contender Yankiel Rivera

Yankiel Rivera Excited for MVP Journey

Rivera (7-0, 3 KOs) is considered a strong addition to the MVP stable. He is currently ranked #1 by the WBA, #5 by the WBC, and #7 by the WBO in the flyweight division. It is thought the Puerto Rican will make his MVP debut in the summer of 2025.

He enjoyed an impressive amateur career, winning five national championships and bronze medals at the 2018 Central American Games and 2019 Pan American Games. Since turning professional, the Puerto Rican fighter has impressed, with notable wins against Andy Dominguez Velasquez, Victor Efrain Sandoval and last time out against Angel Gonzalez.

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Now it’s the start of a new chapter for Rivera, and one he’s clearly excited about: “I believe everything happens for a reason. And I firmly believe MVP is the company that will take me to the very next level,” said Yankiel Rivera. “This is an additional motivation for my next fight. Nobody is stopping me. And I am convinced MVP is the perfect choice to take me to a world championship. I want to thank MVP, my Manager, Peter Kahn, for making this happening. Thank you Jake Paul for giving me a chance.”

Amanda Serrano and MVP React to Rivera Deal

Amanda Serrano, an important figure at Most Valuable Promotions expressed her excitement at welcoming Rivera to the MVP team: “Yankiel’s signing is a natural extension of our mission at MVP to identify and elevate the next generation of Puerto Rican boxing talent,” said Amanda Serrano.

“I was so proud to watch him represent our small but mighty island as Puerto Rico’s lone boxing Olympian in Tokyo. Just two years later, he made his mark on the undercard of my historic fight against Erika Cruz—when I became Puerto Rico’s first Undisputed champion. It’s an honor to welcome Yankiel to the team, and I can’t wait to continue building the Boricua boxing legacy together.”

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Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian also expressed their delight with the Rivera deal: “MVP is a global company, but the heart and soul of our success is Puerto Rico based,” said Paul and Bidarian.

“Yankiel Rivera is one of the most exciting rising stars in boxing and a strong addition to our rapidly growing MVP roster. As the island’s sole boxing representative at the Tokyo Olympics, he carried Puerto Rico’s legacy on the global stage—and he’s continued that momentum with an undefeated pro career and multiple titles.

“With Yankiel now joining Amanda Serrano, Jan Paul Rivera, Krystal Rosado, and Alexis Chaparro, we’re proud to continue building a powerful foundation of Puerto Rican talent at MVP. We’re deeply committed to the island’s boxing future, and we can’t wait to showcase Yankiel’s brilliance this summer.”

*All quotes were taken from a Most Valuable Promotions press release.