Diego Pacheco weighed in at 168 lbs, just slightly heavier than his opponent Maciej Sulecki who weighed in at 167.4 lbs. This close weight range suggests that both fighters are physically prepared for their upcoming 12-round headliner match, which will take place on August 31st at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
Promoter Eddie Hearn seems to have high hopes for Pacheco, considering him to be one of the rising stars in the boxing world. Hearn believes that Pacheco is only a few fights away from challenging for a world title against the unified 168-lb champion Canelo Alvarez. He even mentioned potential matchups with Jaime Munguia, Christian Mbilli, or Erik Bazinyan in the near future.
After Sulecki, Hearn envisions Pacheco facing off against tougher opponents like Munguia, Bazinyan, or Mbilli. He acknowledges the competitiveness of these potential matchups, especially considering Pacheco’s ranking as #1 in the world with the WBO. Hearn emphasizes the need for Pacheco to be prepared for the opportunity to fight against top-tier opponents and to continue honing his skills through challenging fights.
Hearn recognizes that Pacheco, despite his talent and potential, may still need a few more fights to truly be ready for world title contention. He points out that at 23 years old, Pacheco has time to develop and improve his fighting style before taking on elite competition. Hearn stresses the importance of Pacheco proving himself against opponents like Sulecki before moving on to face even tougher challenges.
The upcoming fight between Pacheco and Sulecki presents an opportunity for Pacheco to showcase his skills and prove his readiness for higher-level competition. With Hearn’s guidance and optimism, Pacheco has the potential to become a standout fighter in the sport of boxing. As fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of this match, it is clear that Pacheco’s journey to a world title shot is just beginning, and there are many exciting challenges ahead for this young and promising fighter.