Yoruba Moreu II prepares for fight against Jesus Ariel Moreno
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
BoxingYoruba Moreu II is set to face Jesus Ariel Moreno in a six-round super bantamweight bout on Saturday at the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Mescalero. Moreu, who has not fought since January due to canceled matches, aims to showcase his improved skills against the more experienced Moreno. The Albuquerque fighter holds a record of 3-0 with all victories by knockout. His father, Yoruba Moreu, emphasizes that a win could lead to more opportunities, as they plan to stage a fight card in Albuquerque in early 2027. The fight marks an important step for Moreu II, who expresses readiness to either score an early knockout or win decisively on the scorecards.
- •Moreu II is 3-0 with three KOs
- •Fight scheduled for Saturday in Mescalero
- •Moreno has 13 pro fights and one stoppage
- •Moreu's father seeks promotional opportunities
- •Undercard includes fighters like Ayanna Orona and Rolyn Nez
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Win and advance: that's Moreu II's plan
"Yoruba Moreu II is focusing on the positive. Yes, the Albuquerque boxer has had several fights fall through since he last fought in January. But on the plus side, he believes the work he put in while preparing for those fights has made him a better fighter. Saturday at the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Mescalero, he plans to put those newly polished skills to good use. Moreu (3-0, three ...
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