Matias vs. Paro Officially Announced

The bout between IBF junior welterweight (up to 63,5 kg) champion Subriel Matias (20-1, 20 KOs) and Liam Paro (24-0, 15 KOs) has been officially announced.

Matchroom Boxing reports that the fight will take place on June 15 in Manatí, Puerto Rico, which is Subriel's hometown.

Matias is on a streak of five consecutive knockout victories – all five opponents refused to continue the fight. He last entered the ring in November of the previous year, defeating Shohjahon Ergashev (23-1, 20 KOs) from Uzbekistan. In December 2023, Paro faced American Montana Love (18-2-1, 9 KOs) and won by knockout in the 6th round.