(July 16th) With only weeks remaining until the highly anticipated clash for the vacant WBC Lightweight World Championship, Lamont “The Reaper” Roach Jr. (25-1-3, 10 KOs) of Washington, D.C., will face Mexican sensation William “El Camarón” Zepeda (33-1, 27 KOs) in a 12-round main event on Saturday, Aug. 1, at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Headlining TNT Sports and DAZN’s "The Fight", a new monthly live boxing series, the championship showdown will be broadcast co-exclusively in the United States on TNT and truTV and worldwide on DAZN. The event is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with TGB Promotions and ProBox Promotions.

Tickets for Roach Jr vs. Zepeda priced at $300, $200, $150, $75, $50 and $30 plus applicable fees are on sale and can be purchased at AXS.com or GoldenBoy.com. Fans can access the special pre-sale on Thursday, June 4 with code: GBPVIP

Raymond “Danger” Muratalla (24-0, 17 KOs) will make the second defense of his IBF Lightweight World Championship against Brazilian former world champion Robson “O Brabo” Conceição (21-3-1, 10 KOs). Muratalla vs. Conceição will serve as the co-feature and is presented by Top Rank.

Also featured on the broadcast, Mexican Olympian and undefeated contender Raul “El Cugar” Curiel (17-0-1, 14 KOs) of Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico, will return in a 10-round NABF welterweight bout against Houston’s Quintin “QuickDraw” Randall (17-3-1, 4 KOs). In a 10-round heavyweight contest presented by TGB Promotions, Gurgen “Big Gug” Hovhannisyan (10-0, 9 KOs) of Gyumri, Armenia, will square off against Uila “Wymondley Punch” Mau’u (10-0, 9 KOs) of Auckland, New Zealand.

Also on the card, Bakersfield, California’s Joel Iriarte (10-0, 9 KOs) will defend his WBA Continental Gold Welterweight Title in an eight-round bout against an opponent to be announced. Charles “Bad News” Conwell (21-1, 16 KOs) of Cleveland, Ohio, will make his highly anticipated return against Philadelphia’s Paul Kroll (12-0-2, 8 KOs) in a 10-round super welterweight fight.

Golden Boy's rising stars and top prospects will also be featured throughout the night. Undefeated Orange, Calif. native Fabian Guzman (10-0, 8 KOs) will take on Oakland's Aaron Coley (17-5-2, 7 KOs) in an eight-round middleweight bout. Las Vegas prospect Dylan "La Amenaza" Capetillo (2-0, 1 KO) returns in a four-round lightweight contest, while Mexican Olympian Gael "El Terror" Cabrera (11-0, 7 KOs) of Sonora, Mexico, is scheduled for an eight-round super bantamweight bout. Opponents for Capetillo and Cabrera will be announced at a later date. Kicking off the evening, undefeated Waianae, Hawaii native Dalis Kaleiopu (8-0, 6 KOs) faces Philadelphia's Yeyery Castillo (14-2, 11 KOs) in a six-round lightweight clash.

Two of boxing’s elite lightweight stars are set to collide with a world title on the line as Lamont “The Reaper” Roach Jr. (25-1-2, 10 KOs) of Washington D.C. and undefeated Mexican sensation William “El Camarón” Zepeda (34-0, 27 KOs) battle for the vacant WBC Lightweight World Championship on Saturday, Aug. 1 at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Headlining TNT Sports and DAZN’s “The Fight,” a new monthly live boxing series, the 12-round championship showdown will be broadcast co-exclusively in the United States on TNT and truTV and worldwide on DAZN and presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with TGB Promotions and ProBox Promotions.

“This is my fourth consecutive world title fight coming up in a different weight class,” said Lamont Roach Jr. “No doubt, I am bringing boxing back, and I’m coming for the top spot. I want the P4P belt layer.”

“We’ve been working hard since my last fight. We’re at the forefront of the lightweight division, and we know every opponent at this level presents a serious challenge,” said William Zepeda. “Once again, we’ve been given the opportunity to fight for a world championship, and we’re ready to show the world exactly who ‘El Camarón’ Zepeda is. I hope Lamont comes fully prepared, because we’re going to put on a great show for the fans.”

“William Zepeda has earned every bit of this opportunity,” said Oscar De La Hoya, Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy. “For years, he has taken on every challenge put in front of him and established himself as one of the most exciting fighters in boxing with his relentless pressure, incredible work rate, and fan-friendly style. On August 1, fans are going to witness two world-class fighters battle for the WBC Lightweight World Championship, and I expect William Zepeda to show the world why he is one of the very best fighters in the sport today.”

“Lamont Roach has proven he belongs among the very top of the sport. On August 1, he faces a massive challenge in the relentless William Zepeda,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “Lamont is a world-class champion with incredible boxing acumen and D.C. grit. He’ll need every bit of it to turn back one of the most dangerous contenders in the lightweight division in Zepeda. It’s a classic matchup of skill versus pressure but I expect Lamont to fight fire with fire, which means fans at the Virgin hotel and those watching on TNT Sports and DAZN are in for a special night of boxing.”

Lamont “The Reaper” Roach Jr. is one of boxing’s most respected champions, earning recognition for his skill, toughness and willingness to take on the sport’s biggest challenges. Fighting out of and representing the Nation’s Capitol of Washington DC with a record of 25-1-3 (10 KOs), he has competed at the highest level across multiple weight divisions. Roach Jr.’s profile surged in March 2025 when he moved up to lightweight to challenge Gervonta Davis for the WBA Lightweight World Championship. The highly anticipated bout went the distance and ended in a controversial majority draw after 12 competitive rounds, with many fans and observers in the sport believing Roach Jr. had done enough to win. Later that year, he tested himself once again by moving up to super lightweight to face Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz, battling to another majority draw.

Before those marquee matchups, Roach Jr. captured the WBA Super Featherweight World Championship with a split-decision victory over Hector Luis Garcia, completing a remarkable comeback after the lone loss of his professional career against Jamel Herring in 2019. Today, “The Reaper” remains one of boxing’s most accomplished and battle-tested competitors, continuing to pursue championship success on the sport’s biggest stages.

William “Camarón” Zepeda has established himself as one of the lightweight division’s elite contenders, earning a reputation as one of boxing’s most relentless pressure fighters. Most recently, Zepeda challenged undefeated champion Shakur Stevenson for the WBC Lightweight World Championship in New York City, pushing the champion with his trademark high-volume attack over 12 competitive rounds. Although the scorecards favored Stevenson, Zepeda’s performance reinforced his standing among the division’s best and further elevated his profile on the world stage. The title opportunity came on the heels of a career-defining run that saw Zepeda capture and successfully defend the WBC Interim Lightweight World Championship against former world champion Tevin Farmer. In November 2024, Zepeda overcame the first knockdown of his professional career to edge Farmer by split decision in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, claiming the interim title. Four months later, he settled the rivalry in Cancun, Mexico, retaining the belt after an action-packed 12-round battle.

Before his championship run, Zepeda built a strong resume in the lightweight division. His breakout performance came in October 2022 against former world champion and Olympian Joseph “JoJo” Diaz, where he not only earned a signature victory, but also shattered three CompuBox lightweight records for total punches thrown, jabs attempted in a round and total attempted jabs. He continued his rise with victories over notable names including former world champion Rene Alvarado, former world title challenger Mercito Gesta and former world champion Maxi Hughes. Representing San Mateo Atenco, Mexico, Zepeda has become a fan favorite thanks to his relentless, action-packed style. The Mexican southpaw combines nonstop pressure, elite conditioning and knockout power, making him one of the most entertaining fighters in the sport and a dangerous challenge for anyone in the lightweight division. With his stock rising and valuable experience gained against the sport’s top competition, "Camaron" remains firmly in the world title picture as he looks toward the next chapter of his career.

Raymond “Danger” Muratalla (24-0, 17 KOs) will make the second defense of his IBF Lightweight World Championship against Brazilian former world champion Robson “O Brabo” Conceição (21-3-1, 10 KOs).

Muratalla-Conceição will serve as the co-feature to the Roach Jr. vs. Zepeda card on Saturday, Aug. 1, at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. This fight is presented by Top Rank.

“After my last fight, the boxing world really got to know who I am,” said Raymond Muratalla. “People saw me as the underdog, even though I was the champion, and I showed that I can’t be underestimated. Now I’m defending my title against another Olympic gold medalist, and I plan to look even better. I’m focused, I’m ready, and I’m handling business on August 1.”

“They said it was impossible when I dreamed of winning an Olympic gold medal,” said Robson Conceição. “They said that when I pursued my first world title. I accomplished both, and it’s no different now. I have a lot of respect for Raymond Muratalla, but I’m ready for this challenge. I want to prove that determination, experience and the heart of a champion can overcome any obstacle. On August 1, I will fight for myself, for my family and for all of Brazil.”

“Raymond Muratalla has solidified himself as one of the top lightweights in the world. His recent decisive victory against Andy Cruz reinforced his elite status in boxing,” said Top Rank President, Todd duBoef. “This upcoming defense against Olympic Gold medalist and former world champion Robson Conceição will have the fans entertained from the first bell. This bout is an excellent addition to the August installment of TNT Sports and DAZN’s ‘The Fight’ series, which is delivering quality compelling matches for fight fans throughout the world.”

Muratalla, from Fontana, California, debuted as a pro in 2016 and steadily rose the lightweight ranks. His standout performances include second-round stoppages of big-punching Jeremia Nakathila in May 2023 and Jesus Perez in November 2024. In May 2025, Muratalla defeated Zaur Abdullaev to become the interim IBF lightweight world champion. He was elevated to full champion the following month after Vasiliy Lomachenko announced his retirement. In February, he outpointed Olympic gold medalist Andy Cruz to retain his crown in his best performance to date.

Conceição, Brazil’s first Olympic boxing gold medalist, repeatedly challenged the sport’s elite before winning a world title on his fourth attempt. After setbacks to Oscar Valdez and Shakur Stevenson, he battled Emanuel Navarrete to a majority draw in November 2023 before edging O’Shaquie Foster to capture the WBC junior lightweight world title in July 2024. Conceição lost the belt to Foster in their rematch that November but has since scored two victories at home.

Roach Jr. vs. Zepeda is a 12-round lightweight fight for the WBC Lightweight World Championship presented by Golden Boy Promotions in co-promotion with TGB Promotions and ProBox Promotions. Muratalla vs. Conceição is a 12-round fight for the IBF Lightweight World Championship presented by Top Rank. The event will be available worldwide to all subscribers on DAZN, both live and on demand.