Ponce started with an overwhelming pace, throwing 96 punches in the first round alone and temporarily preventing Matías from finding a rhythm.
: According to CompuBox, the two fighters combined for over 800 punches in just five rounds of action. Official Result
By round two, Matías began to close the distance, smothering Ponce’s attacks and landing short, powerful counter-punches to the head and body. Boks: Matias vs Ponce
In a high-octane battle for the vacant IBF Junior Welterweight Championship, (19-1, 19 KOs) secured a fifth-round TKO victory over the previously undefeated Jeremias Ponce (30-1, 20 KOs) . The bout, which took place on February 25, 2023, at The Armory in Minneapolis, was a punishing "phone booth" fight that lived up to its billing as a "Fight of the Year" candidate. Fight Summary Key Events Early Rounds
: Demonstrated exceptional poise and ring IQ by weathering Ponce's early storm. His signature power was the difference-maker, maintaining his 100% knockout rate in victories. Following the win, Matías immediately called out WBC champion Regis Prograis for a unification bout. Ponce started with an overwhelming pace, throwing 96
In the closing seconds of the fifth round, Matías landed a decisive combination and a body shot that dropped Ponce . While Ponce beat the count, his corner requested the fight be stopped before the sixth round began.
defeated Jeremias Ponce via TKO at the end of Round 5 to become the new IBF World Super Lightweight Champion . In a high-octane battle for the vacant IBF
: Showed incredible heart and high-volume aggression. Despite his first professional loss, his team was praised for their decision to prioritize his long-term health by stopping the fight when they did.