Zepeda Dominates, Scores A Second Round KO On Redkach

In a powerful display of skill and aggression, Jose Zepeda made quick work of Ivan Redkach, securing a second-round knockout victory at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California. The fight, broadcasted on DAZN, saw Zepeda deliver a performance that left fans and commentators buzzing, as Redkach hit the canvas three times before the fight was mercifully stopped at 2:02 of round two.

Zepeda, a former junior welterweight title challenger, came out strong from the opening bell. With sharp combinations and relentless bodywork, Zepeda immediately took control of the fight. A vicious left hook to the body floored Redkach in the first round, signaling what was to come. Although the Ukrainian southpaw managed to beat the count, his fortunes didn’t improve.

“I trained really hard for this fight and knew my conditioning would help me throw more punches than most fighters,” Zepeda said after the fight. His focus on volume punching paid off as he continued to wear Redkach down, stalking him with precision in the second round. A second punishing body shot sent Redkach to the floor again. While he beat the count for the second time, it was clear his defense was unraveling.

Zepeda’s relentless pressure culminated in a final barrage of punches that sent Redkach crashing down for the third time. Referee Rudy Barragan had seen enough, calling a halt to the bout, awarding Zepeda the technical knockout win.

This victory marks a resurgence for Zepeda, who bounced back after losses to Dalton Smith and Richardson Hitchins in his previous junior welterweight outings. Now campaigning at welterweight, Zepeda feels rejuvenated. “I definitely feel stronger at 147 pounds,” he insisted after the fight, proving that the move up in weight was the right decision.

At 35 years old, Zepeda continues to prove he’s a dangerous contender, particularly after his epic 2020 Fight of the Year against Ivan Baranchyk. That battle saw a total of eight knockdowns before Zepeda scored a brutal fifth-round knockout, a fight that will be remembered as one of boxing’s most thrilling encounters in recent memory.

Redkach, on the other hand, faces a crossroads in his career. The loss to Zepeda extends his current skid, making it four defeats in his last five outings. Redkach has now been stopped by top names like Danny Garcia and Batyrzhan Jukembayev, and this latest defeat raises questions about his future in the sport.

As Zepeda looks forward to new opportunities in the welterweight division, fans are eager to see what’s next for him. With his relentless body attack and powerful combinations, Zepeda remains a dangerous force capable of making a serious run at a title in his new weight class.

Undercard Results:

The night also saw other exciting matchups. In the co-feature, unbeaten prospect Nathan Rodriguez dominated Bryan Mercado, dropping him once en route to a one-sided decision win. Rodriguez, improving to 16-0, controlled the fight from the start, using his jab and combinations effectively. Scores were 80-71, 80-71, and 79-72 in his favor.

Welterweight Miguel Gaona also impressed, improving his record to 5-0 with a first-round knockout victory over Daniel Evangelista. Gaona dropped his opponent twice with body shots, showcasing his power in the welterweight division.

Meanwhile, featherweight Santos Ortega outboxed Jose Saant over six rounds, earning a unanimous decision with all judges scoring the fight 60-54. Ortega, now 9-0, displayed superior technique and ring IQ throughout the bout.

The undercard closed with junior welterweight Jaime Cuesta defeating Jenel Lausa by unanimous decision, keeping his undefeated record intact at 10-0.

With Zepeda’s explosive victory and a night of solid performances from rising prospects, the event delivered exciting boxing action that has fans eager for what’s next in the sport.