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Yoruba Moreu II returns to the ring on Nov. 7 in New Mexico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 3:05 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

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Summary

Yoruba Moreu II, an Albuquerque boxer with a record of 3-0, will face Jesus Ariel Moreno on Nov. 7 in Mescalero, New Mexico. After eight months without a fight, Moreu and his father believe that a victory could elevate Moreu's profile in boxing. Moreno, with a record of 11-2-1, presents a significant challenge according to Moreu's father, who sees this bout as essential to gaining visibility in the sport. Moreu last fought on January 9, winning by TKO, while Moreno lost in a recent title bout on September 11. The fight will be a six-round super bantamweight contest. Additionally, the New Mexico Boxing Hall of Fame will announce its 2026 inductees at a ceremony on November 14 in Roswell.

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•Moreu II scheduled to fight Moreno on Nov. 7 in New Mexico.
•Moreu has not fought for over eight months.
•Moreu holds a record of 3-0, and Moreno is 11-2-1.
•Moreno lost a recent title fight on Sept. 11.
•New Mexico Boxing Hall of Fame will announce inductees on Nov. 14.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Moreu II, his dad and trainer eager for return

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After more than eight months of inactivity, Albuquerque boxer Yoruba Moreu II just wanted a fight. Beyond that, his father and trainer said, he and his son wanted a fight in which a victory would raise the younger man’s profile in the sport. They believe they have it. Moreu (3-0, three knockouts) is scheduled to face Denver’s Jesus Ariel Moreno (11-2-1, eight KOs) in a six-round super ...
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