Rising heavyweight Richard Torrez Jr makes a quick return to action following his first-round stoppage win Roberto Zavala Jr on Friday, July 15 at Pechanga Resort Casino. The recent U.S. Olympic silver medalist, who improved to 2-0, faces off Marco Antonio Canedo on Saturday, August 27 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.
Canedo (4-2, 2 KOs), from Michoacan, Mexico is a five-year pro who will be making his stateside debut.
The contest kicks off a televised tripleheader headlined by the junior welterweight main event between former world champions Jose “Sniper” Pedraza and Richard “RC” Commey.
Torrez said: “I want to thank Top Rank for keeping me active and giving me the platform to showcase my talents. Every fight is a learning experience, and I can’t wait until August 27 in Tulsa.”
Tickets for the event are on sale now and can be purchased through Vivid Seats.
In the co-main event Jared Anderson squares off against Miljan Rovcanin in a ten-rounder at heavyweight.
Get Pedraza vs Commey full fight card and broadcast info.
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