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Rey Vargas knows better than to look past what’s already in front of him, but the rising contender can’t help but beam over what the future has in store.
The unbeaten junior featherweight is in the final stages of training for a May 23 showdown with Philippines’ Edward Mansito in Metepec, Mexico. A win will lead to an eventual run towards a major alphabet belt, or even a major fight in the absence of a title opportunity.
Currently in his sights is a showdown with countryman Abner Mares, who is on the comeback trail and apparently eager for a big fight. The former three-division champ is angling for a showdown with unbeaten 122 lb. titlist Leo Santa Cruz, who is considering the possibility though it will mean having to give up his title and remaining at featherweight following his recent 10-round win over Jose Cayetano. [Click Here To Read More]
The unbeaten junior featherweight is in the final stages of training for a May 23 showdown with Philippines’ Edward Mansito in Metepec, Mexico. A win will lead to an eventual run towards a major alphabet belt, or even a major fight in the absence of a title opportunity.
Currently in his sights is a showdown with countryman Abner Mares, who is on the comeback trail and apparently eager for a big fight. The former three-division champ is angling for a showdown with unbeaten 122 lb. titlist Leo Santa Cruz, who is considering the possibility though it will mean having to give up his title and remaining at featherweight following his recent 10-round win over Jose Cayetano. [Click Here To Read More]
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