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Photograph from Mercito Gesta’s Fb account
MANILA, Philippines—Former world title contender Mercito Gesta hopes to proceed his resurgence towards Mexican prospect William Zepeda on September 16 at Commerce On line casino in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Gesta, the United States-based Filipino, goals to make it three in a row with a significant upset and deal Zepeda his first loss in a 12-round light-weight bout on Mexico’s Independence Day.
“It’s official that I will probably be combating on September 16 vs William Zepeda on the Commerce On line casino in Los Angeles, CA for his WBA Continental America’s Championship Belt,” posted Gesta on social media.
“It is going to even be stay on DAZN and introduced by Golden Boy Boxing promotions. Can’t wait No Mercy followers! Will probably be an important present for the followers all over the place!! 🇲🇽 vs. 🇵🇭”
The 35-year-old Gesta (34-3-3, 17KOs) is coming off back-to-back victories over Joel Diaz Jr. and most lately former world champion Joseph Diaz Jr. final March.
Gesta has redeemed himself since getting knocked out by Mexico’s Juan Antonio Rodriguez again in March 2019.
A surprising victory over Zepeda (28-0, 24KOs) will surely increase Gesta’s bid for a world title shot.
Gesta had been in a few world title bouts however misplaced on each events.
His first crack at a significant crown resulted in a unanimous determination loss to Miguel Vazquez in 2012.
Six years later, Gesta discovered himself difficult for the WBA light-weight crown however fell quick on factors towards three-division champion Jorge Linares.
Gesta was additionally scheduled to face Ryan Garcia final January however Garcia pulled out of what was speculated to be a tune-up struggle previous to his showdown with Gervonta Davis.
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