In Ontario, California, unbeaten lightweight Ernesto “Tito” Mercado (13-0, 12 KOs) showcased his power by scoring a second-round TKO over former world title challenger Jeremia Nakathila (23-4, 19 KOs). Mercado’s decisive knockdown in the second round led to a referee stoppage, which Nakathila contested, but Mercado’s impressive performance was undeniable.
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Undefeated junior welterweight prospect Tito Mercado (12-0, 11 KOs) is set to face former world title challenger Jeremia Nakathila (23-3, 19 KOs) in a highly anticipated ten-round main event at the Lumcolor – Phoenix Center in Ontario, CA, and is promoted by Fight City Promotions. Mercado is coming off a first-round knockout win against Carlos Manuel Portillo and is eager to prove himself against Nakathila.
The 21-year-old Mercado expressed his excitement for the upcoming bout, stating, “This is exactly the kind of fight I’ve been looking for. Nakathila has been in the ring with multiple world-class fighters. He’s the challenge I’ve been seeking.” Mercado also mentioned that he feels at home fighting in Ontario and appreciates the overwhelming support he receives from the audience there.
Nakathila, hailing from Windhoek, Namibia, is no stranger to tough competition. He boasts a significant victory over ex-world champion Miguel Berchelt and has also faced renowned boxers like Shakur Stevenson. Both fighters have impressive knockout ratios, promising an action-packed fight that could end at any moment.
Tickets for the event start at $75 and can be purchased by emailing FightCityPromotions. Doors will open at 6:00 pm CT, and the first fight will start at 8:00 pm CT. For those who can't attend in person, the event will be broadcast live on Fight City Promotions’ YouTube Channel, making it accessible to boxing enthusiasts worldwide.
Fight card:
▪️Tito Mercao vs. Jeremia Nakathila, 10 rounds, junior welterweight ▪️Victor Betancourt Jr vs. Jose Zaragoza, 8 rounds, lightweight ▪️Jonathan Pliego vs. Gabriel Rodriguez, 4 rounds, light heavyweight ▪️Luis Rubalcava vs. Rico Tartt, 4 rounds, featherweight ▪️Jaime Cerna vs. Mario Hernandez, 4 rounds, light heavyweight
