By Gabriel F. Cordero
Former Mexican world champion Julio César Chávez Jr. (57-7-1, 33 KOs) defeated Colombian Jeison Troncoso (14-4, 10 KOs) by first-round knockout this past Saturday, September 12. The light heavyweight bout took place at the Miguel Hidalgo Gymnasium in Puebla; Chávez landed a powerful blow against the ropes that sent Troncoso to the canvas, ending the fight at the 2-minute, 59-second mark and securing his third victory of the year- all achieved in Mexico.
On the same night in Puebla, Omar Chávez (43-9-1, 30 KOs) also emerged victorious, knocking out Colombian Brayan Santander (14-7, 8 KOs) just 35 seconds into the second round of the co-main event.
It was a special night celebrating Mexico’s Independence Day, as thousands of fans made their voices heard, chanting “Chávez, Chávez” and “¡Viva México!”
