Yoenis “El Bandolero” Tellez Dominates Williams for WBA Title
Brooklyn, NY – Yoenis “El Bandolero” Tellez Dominates Williams for WBA Title on Saturday night with a dominant performance at Barclays Center. Tellez outclassed Julian “J-Rock” Williams to claim the WBA interim super welterweight title. The 24-year-old Cuban fighter demonstrated his power and precision, winning with unanimous scores of 119-109, 117-111, and 118-110 from the judges. Tellez’s stunning victory has solidified his status as a rising star in the division, proving he’s a fighter to watch.
Tellez (10-0, 7 KOs) displayed athleticism and precision throughout the fight. The judges scored the match: Tony Paolillo (119-109), Robert Perez (117-111), and Waleska Roldan (118-110). His relentless pressure and punishing strikes moved him closer to a future showdown with the division’s elite.
Tellez Proves His Strength and Skill
Tellez launched an aggressive attack, asserting his dominance early with powerful right hands. Williams (29-5-1, 17 KOs), 34, struggled to keep pace as the young Cuban overwhelmed him in nearly every round. Though the Philly veteran avoided a knockout, he could not match Tellez’s intensity. In the 11th round, Tellez’s right uppercut rocked Williams, and by the 10th, the veteran had to fend off wave after wave of punches.
Meanwhile, Williams, who hasn’t secured a major win since 2019, couldn’t find his rhythm. His attempts to fight from the back foot faltered against Tellez’s aggressive onslaught.
What’s Next for Tellez?
This victory has positioned Tellez for bigger opportunities in the super welterweight division. He could soon upgrade his title to full status, especially with current champion Terence “Bud” Crawford’s move to 168 pounds. Tellez has shown he’s ready to climb the ranks and challenge for world championship glory.
Tellez humbly dedicated the win to his team and fans, saying, “I’m ready to face any champion. The 154-pound division now has a hungry Cuban fighter, and I’m prepared for more.”
On the other hand, Williams faces an uncertain future. He acknowledged the defeat, stating, “I’ll study the fight and figure out what went wrong. Hopefully, people enjoyed the battle.”
