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title: "Subriel Matias Discusses World Title Fight Against Liam Paro"
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# Subriel Matias Discusses World Title Fight Against Liam Paro

[Subriel Matias is set to defend his IBF junior welterweight title](https://www.ringtv.com/667195-subriel-matias-liam-paro-ibf-title-fight-set-june-15-in-manati-puerto-rico/) for the second time in a contest that will be shown live worldwide on DAZN.

This bout will mark something of a homecoming for Matias as he returns to Puerto Rico for the first time since claiming his world title early last year. The 31-year-old’s last fight was in November 2023, [when he successfully defended his title against Shohjahon Ergashev.](https://wp.boxing-social.com/news/matias-warning-after-matchroom-signing/)

[A message posted on X by Matchroom](https://twitter.com/MatchroomBoxing/status/1773029133615870459?s=20) confirms that he will be next out on June 15 when he takes on Liam Paro.

*“He’s Home ??? KO King Subriel Matias defends his IBF World Junior Welterweight Title against @ParoLiam in Puerto Rico ? #MatiasParo live on @DAZNBoxing, Jun 15”*

Paro is an undefeated fighter who secured his spot in this title challenge by defeating Montana Love in December. Paro’s victory sets the stage for his first shot at a world championship. Speaking via Matchroom Boxing, Matias expressed his excitement for the contest.

*“I am super excited to be able to be in front of my people defending the title that we had such a hard time getting. The mentality will always be the same and in front of my people I don’t even have to say it, they know me. The Pride of Maternillo.”*

Paro also said he is looking forward to his first world title shot.

*“I’ve waited my whole life for this opportunity. Fighter’s fight and I can’t wait to fight the boogeyman in his backyard.”*

Matias is currently 20-1 and has knocked out every opponent he has beaten so will be looking to keep up that run come June.