Golden Boy Promotions Land ‘Mexico’s Best Prospect’

Mexico is steeped in boxing history with legends like Canelo Alvarez, Julio Cesar Chavez Sr and Marco Antonio Barrera having thrilled fans across the world. Golden Boy Promotions have recently ramped up its recruitment of elite prospects, with names like Joshua Edwards joining Oscar De La Hoya’s stable. The latest addition is light heavyweight prospect Yair Gallardo, who has signed a co-promotional deal with Golden Boy and Miguel Cotto Promotions.

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Yair Gallardo Joins Golden Boy in Co-Promotional Deal

Following the recent signings of Edwards and Tristan Kalkreuth, among others, Golden Boy have now announced the signing of Mexican Yair “Manotas” Gallardo, who will be co-promoted alongside Miguel Cotto Promotions. 

Revealing his gratitude regarding the co-promotional deal, Gallardo said: “I’m very happy and grateful to Miguel Cotto Promotions and Golden Boy for having their eye and trust in me.”

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“It’s a dream coming true. Since I was a child, I’ve visualized myself with a big boxing company. Thank God, that dream is coming true, and it’s a big step for my career. I’m very grateful to God for this opportunity, and we’ll never let this opportunity go from us.”

Gallardo enjoyed an impressive amateur career, winning national titles and numerous other honours. The Mexican has shown plenty of power since turning professional in 2022. He picks his punches well, and it’s going to be intriguing to see how he progresses under the guidance of Golden Boy.

Yair Gallardo Hailed as Mexico’s Next Star

Discussing the signing of Yair Gallardo, Oscar De La Hoya said: “Yair is yet another investment Golden Boy is making in the future of the light heavyweight division—an exciting young talent who proudly represents his Mexican roots.”

“He truly lives up to his nickname, Manotas, which means ‘heavy hands’, and has been stopping his opponents with knockout power. We believe we may be witnessing the rise of another Mexican superstar this Saturday on our August 2 card.”

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Hector Soto, the President of Miguel Cotto Promotions & H2 Entertainment, lavished praise on Gallardo: “Yair Gallardo is Mexico’s best prospect.”

“At just 22 years old, he has unmatched maturity, technique, discipline, and power. I’ve been watching Yair since he was 11, and we knew he was a special talent. He undoubtedly has all the qualities to become a star in professional boxing and the new face of Mexican boxing,” added Soto.