Xander Zayas Vows to Make a Statement on Feb. 14

Xander Zayas Next Fight – Unbeaten super welterweight contender Xander Zayas (20-0, 12 KOs) has progressed impressively since signing with Top Rank at 16 years old. The 22-year-old Puerto Rican star will be back in action on Feb. 14 against Slawa Spomer (20-0, 11 KOs) in a 10-round bout on the Denys Berinchyk vs. Keyshawn Davis undercard at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. Following a recent training session in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Zayas spoke about his preparation and expectations for the upcoming fight.

Xander Zayas Next Fight: ‘I’m Ready to Make a Statement’

Xander Zayas Next Fight: Talks Preparation for Feb. 14

Zayas-Spomer will be the co-feature to Berinchyk-Davis. The Puerto Rican will be eager to put on a dominant display and move towards a world title opportunity.

Completing the ESPN-televised tripleheader will be Vito “White Magic” Mielnicki Jr. vs. Connor “The Kid” Coyle. The event will be promoted by Top Rank, in association with K2 Promotions and Queensberry Promotions. In 2024, the 22-year-old defeated Patrick Teixeira and Damian Sosa and the San Juan native is feeling confident ahead of Feb. 14: “I’ve watched clips of his fights. He’s undefeated and knows how to adjust. He’s a good boxer, but I feel superior in every aspect. He’s a warrior, but I am the better fighter overall,” said Zayas.

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“We’ve worked on everything. We’ve worked on defense, offense, countering, and using our angles. Based on my preparation and the kind of rhythm I’ll have in the fight, he won’t be able to handle me. I’m also ready to go the full 10 rounds. So, whether it goes the distance or not, I know I’m leaving with the win.”

The importance of the upcoming fight is not lost on Zayas: “This is the most important fight of my career. I’m fighting someone who’s ranked and unbeaten, and the winner will likely get a world title shot this year. We’ve worked toward that goal for many years and are closer than ever. I’m highly focused on what I have to do, and I know I have to look spectacular.”

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“For lots of people, February 14 is Valentine’s Day. For me, though, it’s a chance to showcase why I’m the best at 154 pounds and deserve a world title shot next. I’m ready to make a statement,” said Zayas confidently.

Denys Berinchyk vs. Keyshawn Davis Full Fight Card

• Denys Berinchyk vs. Keyshawn Davis, 12 rounds, for Berinchyk’s WBO lightweight title
• Xander Zayas vs. Slawa Spomer, 10 rounds, junior middleweights
• Vito Mielnicki Jr. vs. Connor Coyle, 10 rounds, middleweights
• Jared Anderson vs. Marios Kollias, 10 rounds, heavyweights
• Rohan Polanco vs. Juan Carlos Torres, 10 rounds, welterweights
• Juanmita Lopez De Jesus vs. TBA, 4 rounds, super flyweights
• Abdullah Mason vs. Manuel Jaimes, 8 rounds, lightweights
• Tiger Johnson vs. Quashawn Toler, 8 rounds, welterweights
• Nico Ali Walsh vs. Juan Carlos Guerra Jr, 6 rounds, middleweights

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