William Zepeda wins WBC lightweight title by unanimous decision over Lamont Roach Jr
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Last updated Aug 2, 2026
William Zepeda defeated Lamont Roach Jr. to become the WBC lightweight champion on August 2, 2026. The match took place over 12 rounds in Las Vegas, with Zepeda's volume punching and effective pressure earning him the victory. All three judges scored the fight in favor of Zepeda, with two judges scoring it 117-111 and one at 118-110. This victory marks a significant achievement for Zepeda, demonstrating his growth since his only career loss against Shakur Stevenson. The win positions Zepeda among the elite in the lightweight division.
- •Zepeda captured the vacant WBC lightweight title.
- •The fight took place at the Virgin Hotel Theater in Las Vegas.
- •Zepeda was praised for his activity and boxing strategy.
- •Roach landed significant counters but was unable to keep pace.
- •Zepeda's victory is a comeback after his loss to Stevenson.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — William Zepeda outworks Lamont Roach Jr. to become WBC lightweight champion
- 4:50 AMBoxingScene.com — William Zepeda's nonstop fists carry him to lightweight belt against Lamont Roach Jnr - BoxingScene
"William Zepeda outworked Lamont Roach Jr. over 12 rounds to capture the vacant WBC lightweight title, backing up exactly what he told The Sporting Tribune he'd do days before he ever stepped in the ring.
"William Zepeda dominates Lamont Roach Jnr with relentless volume punching to capture the vacant WBC lightweight title in Las Vegas.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:03 AMWilliam Zepeda outworks Lamont Roach Jr. to become WBC lightweight champion
William Zepeda outworked Lamont Roach Jr. over 12 rounds to capture the vacant WBC lightweight title, backing up exactly what he told The Sporting Tribune he'd do days before he ever stepped in the ring.
- BoxingScene.comAug 2, 2026, 4:50 AMWilliam Zepeda's nonstop fists carry him to lightweight belt against Lamont Roach Jnr - BoxingScene
William Zepeda dominates Lamont Roach Jnr with relentless volume punching to capture the vacant WBC lightweight title in Las Vegas.
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