Matchroom Boxing and Eddie Hearn have added to their stable after announcing the signing of an unbeaten prospect that is trained by Robert Garcia.
Mexican star Leonardo Rubalcava is 7-0 in his career so far, making a busy start to life in the paid ranks after having his debut in July 2023.
His impressive start has been rewarded, with the super-lightweight talent joining forces with Matchroom, as he looks to become a future force at 140lbs.
“I feel blessed for the opportunity to be part of Matchroom. I’m motivated to showcase my skills on this huge night and proudly represent Teocaltiche, Jalisco, Mexico worldwide.”
Rubalcava is already being tipped for big things by his trainer Robert Garcia, and he has lifted the lid on some of the success that the youngster has had in sparring against huge names.
“Leonardo is a very talented and dedicated young man. Leo is one of the hardest workers in my gym, and he also works for his father, who owns a construction company.
“He shows up to the gym on his lunch break and spars some of the best fighters in boxing like Vergil Ortiz, Brandun Lee and Raymond Muratalla. Once sparring is done, he goes straight back to work.
“With the help of Eddie Hearn and Matchroom, I believe this young man will achieve a lot of great things in boxing.”
Rubalcava is set to have his first fight under the Matchroom banner when he competes on the undercard of the battle between Juan Francisco Estrada and Jesse Rodriguez on June 29, and Hearn has talked up the ability of his latest acquisition.
“Estrada and Rodriguez is one of the most mouthwatering fights in the sport and we’re closing in fast on June 29. For young talents like Leonardo, there can be no better platforms to show what you have got, and we’re delighted to welcome him to the team.
“Under the tutelage of Robert Garcia, alongside elite talents like Bam, and with Matchroom behind him, Leo has the best chance to make a real impact in the sport, starting in Phoenix.”
The event on June 29 is also set to feature the return of Sunny Edwards, who goes up against Adrian Curiel.
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