As the BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas gears up for an enthralling night of boxing, Diego Pacheco stands at the forefront, ready to defend his USWBC and WBO International Super-Middleweight titles against Shawn McCalman.
At 23, Pacheco has swiftly ascended the ranks, securing a spot among the top five contenders across major governing bodies. With a unique combination of reach, height, and agility, Pacheco sets himself apart in the competitive field. “I’m not like anybody else. I’m one of one,” he declares, viewing the bout with McCalman as a critical milestone on his journey to global recognition and a world title shot. Eager for challenges against the likes of Edgar Berlanga and Christian Mbilli, Pacheco is meticulously building his path to the championship.
Pacheco's strategy—melding raw power with a disciplined approach—has been a constant throughout his career, enabling him to outmaneuver and demoralize opponents. As he prepares to face McCalman, Pacheco aims to replicate this success, drawing inspiration from contemporaries like Raymond Ford who have recently claimed world titles.
The April 6 event promises an action-packed lineup, including Richardson Hitchins’ pivotal clash with Gustavo Lemos for the IBF World Jr. Welterweight title, Skye Nicolson's pursuit of the WBC Featherweight title against Sarah Mahfoud, and Marc Castro’s bid for the WBC Continental Americas Super-Featherweight title. Don’t miss it.
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