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Raymond Ford
View on WikipediaRaymond Ford (born March 16, 1999) is an American professional boxer. He held the World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight title in 2024. As an amateur, he won the 2018 U.S. National Golden Gloves Championships.[1][2]
Key Information
Professional career
[edit]Ford made his professional debut on March 15, 2019, scoring a four-round unanimous decision (UD) victory over Weusi Johnson at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[3] The fight was part of the undercard for Tevin Farmer's world title defense against Jono Carroll.[4] He had four more wins in 2019; a four-round points decision (PTS) over Aleksandrs Birkenbergs in May;[5] a first-round knockout (KO) over Isidro Figueroa in June;[6] and a four-round UD over Rafael Castillo in September.[7] Ford closed out 2019 with a first-round technical knockout of Francisco Muro on December 20, 2019.[8]
Ford began his 2020 campaign by facing Eric Manriquez on August 15, 2020. He won the fight by unanimous decision.[9] Ford next faced Rafael Reyes on November 7, 2020. He won the fight by a third-round technical knockout.[10] Ford fought Juan Antonio López on December 19, 2020, in his final fight of the year. He won the bout by a seventh-round knockout.[11]
Ford was booked to face the undefeated Aaron Perez on March 13, 2021, on the undercard of the Juan Francisco Estrada-Roman Gonzalez rematch.[12] The fight ended in a split draw. One judge scored the fight 77–75 for Ford, the second judge scored it 78–74 for Perez, while the last judge scored the bout as even 76–76 draw.[13] Ford was displeased with his performance, and asked for a rematch on his Instagram page, writing: "I definitely want a rematch to clean this up and show everyone I’m a better fighter than how I performed".[14]
Ford was scheduled to fight Reece Bellotti for the vacant WBA Continental featherweight title on August 14, 2021. The fight was Ford's first fight outside of the United States, as it took place at the Matchroom Headquarters in Brentwood, England.[15] He won the fight by a third-round technical knockout.[16] Ford made his first title defense against Felix Caraballo on November 27, 2021. He retained the title with an eight-round technical knockout of Caraballo.[17] Ford was scheduled to make his second title defense against the undefeated Edward Vazquez on February 5, 2022.[18] Ford won the fight by controversial split decision. Two of the judges scored the fight 98–92 and 97–93 in his favor, while the third judge scored the bout 96–94 for Vazquez.[19]
Ford was booked to make his first Continental Americas title defense in a regional title unification bout with the undefeated IBF North American featherweight titlist Richard Medina on June 25, 2022.[20] He won the fight by unanimous decision, with two scorecards of 100–90 and one scorecard of 99–91.[21] Ford made his second WBA Continental Americas featherweight title defense against Sakaria Lukas on November 12, 2022.[22] He won the fight by an eight-round knockout.[23]
Ford faced the former WBO junior featherweight champion Jessie Magdaleno on April 8, 2023.[24] He won the first twelve round bout of his career by unanimous decision, with two scorecards of 119–107 and one scorecard of 116–110.[25]
WBA featherweight champion
[edit]Ford vs. Kholmatov
[edit]Ford was scheduled to face Otabek Kholmatov for the vacant WBA featherweight title in Verona, New York.[26] He won the fight by TKO in the 12th round with only 7 seconds left in the round. Afterwards, it was revealed that during the fight Kholmatov had suffered an ACL tear.[27]
Ford vs. Ball
[edit]Ford was scheduled to make the first defense of his WBA featherweight title against Nick Ball on June 1, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.[28] Ford lost the fight by split decision.[29][30]
Super Featherweight
[edit]Ford vs. Gonzalez
[edit]Making his super featherweight debut, Ford defeated Orlando Gonzalez by unanimous decision, scoring two knockdowns during the fight, at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA on November 9, 2024.[31][32][33]
Ford vs. Mattice
[edit]Ford was scheduled to face Thomas Mattice for the WBA Continental North America super featherweight title at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey on April 12, 2025.[34] Ford won the fight by unanimous decision, with 3 scorecards of 100–90. [35]
Ford vs. Nova
[edit]On 16 August 2025, Ford defeated Abraham Nova by unanimous decision in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the undercard of the Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte fight.[36][37]
Professional boxing record
[edit]| 20 fights | 18 wins | 1 loss |
|---|---|---|
| By knockout | 8 | 0 |
| By decision | 10 | 1 |
| Draws | 1 | |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Win | 18–1–1 | Abraham Nova | UD | 10 | Aug 16, 2025 | anb Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | |
| 19 | Win | 17–1–1 | Thomas Mattice | UD | 10 | Apr 12, 2025 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | Won WBA Continental North America super featherweight title |
| 18 | Win | 16–1–1 | Orlando González | UD | 10 | Nov 9, 2024 | Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 17 | Loss | 15–1–1 | Nick Ball | SD | 12 | Jun 1, 2024 | Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Lost WBA featherweight title |
| 16 | Win | 15–0–1 | Otabek Kholmatov | TKO | 12 (12), 2:53 | Mar 2, 2024 | Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S. | Won vacant WBA featherweight title |
| 15 | Win | 14–0–1 | Jessie Magdaleno | UD | 12 | Apr 8, 2023 | Boeing Center at Tech Port, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | |
| 14 | Win | 13–0–1 | Sakaria Lukas | KO | 8 (10), 2:20 | Nov 12, 2022 | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. | |
| 13 | Win | 12–0–1 | Richard Medina | UD | 10 | Jun 25, 2022 | Tech Port Arena, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | Won vacant IBF North American featherweight title |
| 12 | Win | 11–0–1 | Edward Vazquez | SD | 10 | Feb 5, 2022 | Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. | |
| 11 | Win | 10–0–1 | Felix Caraballo | TKO | 8 (10), 2:10 | Nov 27, 2021 | Hulu Theater, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 10 | Win | 9–0–1 | Reece Bellotti | TKO | 3 (10) 0:39 | Aug 14, 2021 | Matchroom Headquarters, Brentwood, England | |
| 9 | Draw | 8–0–1 | Aaron Perez | SD | 8 | Mar 13, 2021 | American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas, U.S. | |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Juan Antonio López | KO | 7 (8), 1:29 | Dec 19, 2020 | Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Rafael Reyes | TKO | 3 (6), 1:26 | Nov 7, 2020 | Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida, U.S. | |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Eric Manriquez | UD | 6 | Aug 15, 2020 | Downtown Streets, Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. | |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Francisco Muro | TKO | 1 (6), 1:41 | Dec 20, 2019 | Talking Stick Resort Arena, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. | |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Rafael Castillo | UD | 4 | Sep 13, 2019 | Hulu Theater, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Isidro Figueroa | KO | 1 (4), 1:28 | Jun 29, 2019 | Dunkin' Donuts Center, Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. | |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Aleksandrs Berkensbergs | PTS | 4 | May 10, 2019 | Nottingham Arena, Nottingham, England | |
| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Weusi Johnson | UD | 4 | Mar 15, 2019 | Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
See also
[edit]References
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- ^ Donovan, Jake (March 19, 2019). "Hearn on U.S. Market: Feels Like We're Getting Great Momentum". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ "BoxRec: Raymond Ford vs. Weusi Johnson". boxrec.com. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ Songalia, Ryan (March 12, 2019). "Raymond Ford, latest buzzsaw from Camden, set to tackle pro ranks". The Ring. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ Christ, Scott (May 10, 2019). "NXTGEN results: Enrique Tinoco shocks Jordan Gill, Leigh Wood retains Commonwealth title". www.badlefthook.com. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (June 29, 2019). "Andrade-Sulecki: LIVE Undercard Results From Providence". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ "Amateur beast who defeated Anthony Joshua floored on Matchroom debut". September 15, 2019. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- ^ Geno (21 December 2019). "Raymond Ford KNOCKS OUT Francisco Muro in ONE ROUND: Danny Jacobs – Julio Cesar Chavez JR DAZN Undercard Boxing Results". scaredstiffreviews.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ O'Hara, Ryan (15 August 2020). "Raymond Ford outpoints Eric Manriquez in Braekhus-McCaskill opener". ringtv.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Woodson, R.L. (8 November 2020). "Raymond Ford Scores 2 Knockdowns in TKO3 Win For Win No. 7". bitedownboxing.com. Archived from the original on November 8, 2020. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Idec, Keith (19 December 2020). "Raymond Ford Drops Juan Antonio Lopez Twice, Scores 7th-Round KO". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Wright, Rick (25 February 2021). "Albuquerque's Perez gets a long-awaited opportunity". abqjournal.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Idec, Keith (13 March 2021). "Raymond Ford, Aaron Perez Fight To 8-Round Split Draw On Chocolatito-Estrada Undercard". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Christ, Scott (15 March 2021). "Raymond Ford wants rematch with Aaron Perez after disappointing draw". badlefthook.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Random Hits (14 August 2021). "Raymond Ford Aims For Statement Win With Reece Bellotti". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ O'Hara, Ryan (15 August 2021). "Raymond Ford handles 'bully' Bellotti in Matchroom Fight Camp debut". ringtv.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Gerbasi, Thomas (27 November 2021). "Raymond Ford Breaks Down, Stops Felix Caraballo in Eight". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ "Edward Vazquez Takes on Raymond Ford on February 5th in Phoenix". realcombatmedia.com. 18 January 2022. Retrieved 24 January 2022.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (5 February 2022). "Raymond Ford Claims Unpopular Split Decision Win Over Edward Vazquez". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
- ^ Newswire (27 May 2022). "Raymond Ford faces Richard Medina on June 25 in San Antonio, TX – tops Rodriguez vs Rungvisai undercard". fightmag.com.au. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (25 June 2022). "Raymond Ford Outclasses Richard Medina Over Ten Rounds". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 26 August 2022.
- ^ Stumberg, Patrick L. (29 September 2022). "Richardson Hitchins vs Yomar Alamo and Raymond Ford vs Sakaria Lukas join Love vs Spark". badlefthook.com. Retrieved 2 October 2022.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (12 November 2022). "Raymond Ford Scores One-Punch, 8th Round Knockout Of Sakaria Lukas". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 28 November 2022.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (8 February 2023). "Akhmadaliev-Tapales, Ford-Magdaleno Added To Rodriguez-Gonzalez April 8 DAZN Show". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 9 February 2023.
- ^ Donovan, Jake (8 April 2023). "Raymond Ford Drops Jessie Magdaleno Twice, Earns Lopsided Decision Win In First 12-Round Bout". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 9 April 2023.
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- ^ Iskenderov, Parviz (3 March 2024). "Raymond Ford takes title via stoppage against Otabek Kholmatov". FIGHTMAG.
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- ^ Iskenderov, Parviz (1 June 2024). "Nick Ball takes title by decision against Raymond Ford". FIGHTMAG.
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External links
[edit]- Boxing record for Raymond Ford from BoxRec (registration required)
- Raymond Ford - Profile, News Archive & Current Rankings at Box.Live
Raymond Ford
View on GrokipediaEarly years
Early life
Raymond Ford was born on March 16, 1999, in Camden, New Jersey, USA.[1][2] Growing up in Camden, a city notorious for its high crime rates and socioeconomic challenges, Ford navigated a difficult urban environment that shaped his early years.[11][4] Camden has a storied boxing history, having produced world champions such as Dwight Muhammad Qawi, known as the "Camden Buzzsaw," whose legacy as a relentless pressure fighter inspired local talents; Ford later paid tribute to Qawi following his death in July 2025.[12] Ford's own early life was marked by turmoil, including multiple expulsions from school and a period in a juvenile detention center in Philadelphia stemming from street fights, experiences that highlighted the aggressive tendencies he would later redirect.[11] These challenges led Ford to discover boxing as an outlet for his energy, drawing him into the local scene amid Camden's tradition of the sport serving as an escape from hardship.[11][4] Physically, Ford stands at 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) tall with a 69 in (175 cm) reach and fights in a southpaw stance.[1][2] This foundation in Camden's gritty backdrop set the stage for his entry into structured amateur boxing.Amateur career
Raymond Ford began his amateur boxing career around the age of 16 in Camden, New Jersey, influenced by the city's gritty boxing scene that provided an outlet amid challenging circumstances.[4] Training at local gyms in Camden and later participating in regional programs, Ford honed his southpaw style under coaches who emphasized technical skill and resilience.[13] His early bouts helped him build a strong foundation, competing primarily in the super bantamweight division (123 pounds). In 2017, at the USA Boxing National Championships held in Salt Lake City, Utah, Ford earned a silver medal in the elite super bantamweight division after reaching the finals, where he lost a close 3-2 decision to Marc Castro of California.[14] The following year, he again secured silver at the 2018 USA Boxing National Championships, also in Salt Lake City, falling to Duke Ragan in the 57kg (super bantamweight) final on points.[15] These performances showcased his competitive edge against top American amateurs, including future Olympians. Ford's amateur pinnacle came in 2018 when he captured the gold medal at the U.S. National Golden Gloves Championships in the bantamweight division (123 pounds) at Ralston Arena in Ralston, Nebraska, defeating notable opponents en route to the title. At one point ranked second nationally at 125 pounds, his overall amateur record reflected consistent success in high-level tournaments.[16] Following these achievements, Ford opted to turn professional in early 2019, forgoing the Olympic trials due to dissatisfaction with amateur boxing's evolving structure, and signed with promoter Top Rank.[17]Professional career
Debut and early fights
Raymond Ford made his professional boxing debut on March 15, 2019, at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he defeated Weusi Johnson by unanimous decision over four rounds.[7] The 19-year-old southpaw, who had recently signed with promoter Matchroom Boxing, showcased his technical skills and footwork in the win, marking the start of his pro career after a successful amateur run.[16] Ford quickly built momentum with a series of victories in 2019, fighting on both sides of the Atlantic. He secured a points decision over Aleksandrs Birkenbergs in Nottingham, England, in May, followed by a first-round knockout of Isidro Figueroa in Providence, Rhode Island, in June.[4] Later that year, he stopped Rafael Castillo in the second round at Madison Square Garden Theater in New York and Francisco Muro in the first round in Phoenix, Arizona, ending the year with a perfect 5-0 record, including three knockouts.[1] In 2020, Ford continued his undefeated streak amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, winning decisions over Eric Manriquez, Rafael Reyes, and Juan Antonio Lopez in bouts scheduled over six to eight rounds across the United States.[1] His early professional style emphasized sharp counterpunching and defensive movement as a southpaw, drawing from his amateur foundation while adapting to longer professional rounds under Matchroom's guidance.[4] Ford's 2021 campaign included his first draw, a split draw against Aaron Perez over eight rounds in Dallas, Texas, on March 13, 2021, bringing his record to 8-0-1.[1][18] He rebounded strongly, capturing the vacant WBA Continental featherweight title with a third-round TKO over Reece Bellotti in Brentwood, England, on August 14, 2021,[19][20] and defended it with an eighth-round TKO win over Felix Caraballo on November 27, 2021, at Madison Square Garden Theater in New York, reaching 10-0-1 by year's end.[21] Entering 2022, Ford defended his regional title with a split decision victory against Edward Vazquez on February 5, 2022, in Phoenix, Arizona, before securing a unanimous decision over Richard Medina on June 25, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas, and an eighth-round KO of Sakaria Lukas on November 12, 2022, in Cleveland, Ohio.[22][23][24][25] These performances helped him compile a 13-0-1 record by the end of 2022, with seven knockouts, solidifying his reputation as a promising featherweight contender.[1]Rise to contention
In 2023, Raymond Ford solidified his status as a rising featherweight contender with a standout performance against former WBO featherweight champion Jessie Magdaleno. The fight took place on April 8, 2023, at the Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio, Texas, as a 12-round WBA featherweight title eliminator—Ford's first bout scheduled for the full championship distance.[26] Entering the matchup with an undefeated record of 13-0-1—highlighted by a split decision draw against Aaron Perez in 2021—Ford, a natural southpaw, leveraged his stance to dictate the pace against the orthodox Magdaleno. He dropped his opponent in the fourth round with a sharp left hand and again in the eleventh with a combination, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory by scores of 119-107 (twice) and 116-110.[27] The win propelled Ford's professional record to 14-0-1 heading into 2024, earning him widespread recognition as an elite undefeated prospect and boosting his rankings, including top position in the WBA featherweight division as the mandatory challenger for the world title.[1][28] His preparation for the extended rounds involved intensified conditioning to sustain output over longer durations, while his southpaw advantages in creating awkward angles proved decisive against conventional opponents.WBA featherweight title
On March 2, 2024, Raymond Ford challenged Otabek Kholmatov for the vacant WBA featherweight world title at the Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York, a bout ordered by the WBA in late 2023 following Ford's undefeated streak and rising divisional rankings that year.[29][5][30] The fight showcased Ford's southpaw stance effectively against the orthodox Kholmatov, with Ford landing precise jabs and hooks early while absorbing pressure from Kholmatov's powerful counters.[31][32] As the rounds progressed, Ford targeted the body with right hooks to sap Kholmatov's mobility and output, setting the stage for a dramatic turnaround despite trailing on two of three judges' scorecards (106-103 and 105-104) entering the final round.[29][32] In the 12th round, Ford unleashed a barrage of body shots and uppercuts, forcing referee Harvey Dock to halt the contest at 2:53, securing a technical knockout victory just seven seconds from the final bell and claiming his first world championship.[29][33][34] Ford's title reign lasted approximately three months, during which he solidified his position as the WBA's top-ranked featherweight and engaged in promotional activities highlighting his achievement.[7] The WBA promptly ordered him to prepare for a mandatory title defense as part of standard championship obligations, with negotiations advancing for a high-profile bout under the Riyadh Season banner.[7] The Kholmatov victory was later recognized as The Ring magazine's Fight of the Year for 2024, underscoring its intensity and Ford's resilience.[35]Title loss and weight class transition
On June 1, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Raymond Ford suffered his first professional defeat, losing the WBA featherweight title he had won just three months prior via a split decision to undefeated British challenger Nick Ball. The bout was a high-stakes defense marked by intense exchanges and competitive rounds, with judges scoring it 115-113 twice for Ball and 113-115 for Ford; the razor-close verdict drew widespread controversy, as several analysts and observers believed Ford had done enough to retain his championship.[6][36][37] The loss updated Ford's professional record to 15-1-1 (8 KOs), prompting immediate reflection on the physical demands of competing at 126 pounds. Ford had long struggled with the featherweight limit, often losing only ounces rather than pounds during fight weeks and requiring multiple daily workouts to meet the weight, a process he described as exhausting and detrimental to his performance. Convinced by promoters to make one title defense despite his reservations, Ford ultimately vacated the division post-fight, opting to move up to the super featherweight class at 130 pounds to alleviate the toll of repeated draining cuts.[38][39][29] During the ensuing off-season, Ford revamped his training approach to prioritize sustainable weight management, shifting away from the grueling dehydration tactics needed at featherweight toward a regimen that supports natural bulking and recovery at the higher limit. This transition, endorsed by his promoter Eddie Hearn, has allowed Ford to train with greater energy and focus, positioning him for a fresh start in super featherweight where he anticipates improved output without the chronic fatigue from prior cuts.[38][39]Super featherweight bouts
Following his transition to the super featherweight division, Raymond Ford made a successful debut on November 9, 2024, defeating Orlando Gonzalez by unanimous decision over 10 rounds in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[40] In the process, Ford captured the WBA Continental North America super featherweight title, improving his record to 16-1-1 with 8 knockouts.[7] The victory showcased Ford's technical prowess and adaptability at the 130-pound limit, as he outboxed the durable Gonzalez with precise combinations and defensive footwork throughout the bout.[41] Ford defended his WBA Continental North America super featherweight title on April 12, 2025, against Thomas Mattice at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, securing another unanimous decision victory after 10 rounds.[8] The judges scored the fight 100-90 across the board, highlighting Ford's dominant performance where he controlled the pace with jabs and body work while avoiding significant counters from the resilient Mattice.[42] This win elevated Ford's record to 17-1-1 (8 KOs) and solidified his status as a contender in the division.[4] On August 16, 2025, Ford faced Abraham Nova in a 10-round non-title bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, emerging with a unanimous decision win scored 96-94, 97-93, and 97-93.[43] Ford's clever ring generalship and counterpunching frustrated Nova's aggressive advances, allowing him to maintain distance and land cleaner shots in a competitive encounter.[44] The victory brought Ford's professional record to 18-1-1 (8 KOs) as of November 2025.[45] In October 2025, Ford served as a sparring partner for Jake Paul during preparations for Paul's upcoming fight, providing high-level technical work against a prominent opponent.[46]Career statistics
Professional record
Raymond Ford has a professional boxing record of 18 wins (8 by stoppage), 1 loss, and 1 draw across 20 fights as of November 2025.[1]| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Rd. | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Weusi Johnson | KO | 1/6 | 2019-03-15 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Aleksandrs Birkenbergs | UD | 6/6 | 2019-05-11 | Nottingham, England | |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Isidro Figueroa | KO | 1/6 | 2019-06-15 | Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. | |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Rafael Castillo | KO | 1/6 | 2019-09-14 | New York, New York, U.S. | |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Francisco Muro | KO | 1/6 | 2019-12-07 | Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. | |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Eric Manriquez | UD | 6/6 | 2020-08-01 | Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. | |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Rafael Reyes | UD | 8/8 | 2020-11-07 | Hollywood, Florida, U.S. | |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Juan Antonio Lopez | UD | 8/8 | 2020-12-05 | San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | |
| 9 | Draw | 8–0–1 | Aaron Perez | MD | 10/10 | 2021-03-13 | Dallas, Texas, U.S. | |
| 10 | Win | 9–0–1 | Reece Bellotti | UD | 10/10 | 2021-08-28 | Brentwood, England | |
| 11 | Win | 10–0–1 | Felix Caraballo | UD | 10/10 | 2021-11-27 | New York, New York, U.S. | |
| 12 | Win | 11–0–1 | Edward Vazquez | TKO | 9/10 | 2022-02-05 | Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. | |
| 13 | Win | 12–0–1 | Richard Medina | TKO | 6/10 | 2022-06-04 | San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | |
| 14 | Win | 13–0–1 | Sakaria Lukas | TKO | 8/10 | 2022-11-05 | Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. | |
| 15 | Win | 14–0–1 | Jessie Magdaleno | TKO | 11/12 | 2023-04-08 | San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | |
| 16 | Win | 15–0–1 | Otabek Kholmatov | TKO | 12/12 | 2024-03-02 | Verona, New York, U.S. | Vacant WBA featherweight title[29] |
| 17 | Loss | 15–1–1 | Nick Ball | SD | 12/12 | 2024-06-01 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Lost WBA featherweight title[1] |
| 18 | Win | 16–1–1 | Orlando Gonzalez | UD | 12/12 | 2024-11-09 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | Won vacant WBA Continental North America super featherweight title[47] |
| 19 | Win | 17–1–1 | Thomas Mattice | UD | 10/10 | 2025-04-12 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | Retained WBA Continental North America super featherweight title[48] |
| 20 | Win | 18–1–1 | Abraham Nova | UD | 10/10 | 2025-08-16 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | [44] |
