Abraham Perez prepares for challenge against Jonathan Gonzalez in Grand Rapids
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
BoxingAbraham Perez faces Jonathan Gonzalez on June 12 in Grand Rapids for the WBA interim flyweight title. Perez, 27, is unbeaten in 14 fights and coming off a victory over Esneth Domingo. Gonzalez, a veteran with a record of 29-4-2, poses a significant challenge for Perez, who has limited experience against southpaws. This fight marks a crucial step in Perez's career as he looks to solidify his standing in professional boxing.
- •Perez aims to maintain his unbeaten record against Gonzalez.
- •Gonzalez is a former world champion at light flyweight.
- •The fight will be available on DAZN at 6 p.m.
- •Perez has recovered from a near-death experience affecting his training.
- •This match could establish Perez as a serious contender in the flyweight division.
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Albuquerque boxer Perez views Gonzalez as major challenge
"Sunday Boxing: Abraham Perez vs. Jonathan Gonzalez, 12 rounds for the WBA interim flyweight world title. 6 p.m., DAZN (subscription service) Abraham Perez’s April 4 victory over Esneth Domingo was a boxing master class — a portrait in time of the skills the Albuquerque fighter had acquired and honed over his many years in the amateur and professional ranks. Perez, the 27-year-old Albuquerquean ...
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