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Rising Super Featherweight Star Tipped for World-Class Status – Sparred With the Elite
Rising Super Featherweight Star Tipped for World-Class Status – Sparred With the Elite
Undefeated super featherweight rising star Kaipo Gallegos (6-0-1, 5 KOs) is fast making a name for himself in the super featherweight division, and impressed, showing what a well-rounded fighter he is during his latest win on the Most Valuable Prospects 7 card at the Caribe Royal Hotel in Orlando. In that latest victory, he defeated Armando Frausto by 4th-round TKO, unleashing a brutal and relentless slew of body shots on his opponent. Gallegos and his team have spoken about the recent win, and his team have expressed their high hopes for the talented 18-year-old southpaw.
Kaipo Gallegos Relives Latest Win
Gallegos Looks to the Future
Gallegos who has sparred Shakur Stevenson, Devin Haney and Keyshawn Davis reflected on his most recent win: “I felt like I gained a lot of growth and experience in my last fight.” He continued: “Breaking him down with body shots was part of our game plan, and executing it successfully showed me how much I’ve improved. This win is a testament to the hard work we’ve been putting in the gym and the knowledge gained from the best fighters in the world. I will continue to work hard and learn from the greats around me.”
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Looking ahead to the future, Gallegos said: “My goal for the rest of the year is to stay busy and keep improving. I’m grateful to Boxlab Promotions and Shuan Boxing for keeping me active, which is essential for my development. Each fight is a step closer to reaching my full potential, and I’m excited for what’s to come.”
Boxlab Promotions Tip Gallegos for World-Class Status
Amaury Piedra, the President of Boxlab Promotions has expressed his confidence in the ability of the 18-year-old: “Kaipo Gallegos is undoubtedly one of the top prospects in the super featherweight division.”
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“He showed an incredible skill set in his last bout. His skill and ability to adapt in the ring make him a formidable opponent for anyone. We’re excited to watch him grow into a world-class fighter and our plan is to keep him busy.”
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