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Garnica vs. Correa Set For WBC Continental Americas Title
Clash In Long Beach May 15
A high-stakes Northern California rivalry will take center
stage on May 15, 2026, as undefeated Oakland native Anthony
Garnica faces San Jose’s seasoned contender Eros Correa for
the WBC Continental Americas Title at New Era Fight Night
III, presented by Showtime Boxing Promotions. Taking place
at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, California, the bout
brings together two of NorCal’s top fighters in a pivotal
clash with major implications for the bantamweight division.
The event will be televised live on FOX Deportes, bringing
the action to a national audience.
Anthony Garnica (13-0, 8 KOs), the 25-year-old rising star
from Oakland, has rapidly built a reputation as one of
boxing’s most promising young prospects. With an aggressive
yet composed style, Garnica now faces the toughest test of
his career as he looks to claim his first major title and
represent Oakland on a national stage.
“Fans can expect an action-packed fight,” said Garnica.
“Eros is coming in hungry to revamp his career, and I
respect the tough opponents he’s faced. I’ve followed his
journey closely, and I’m excited to step in the ring with
someone of his caliber. At the end of the day, it’s going to
come down to styles—and mine will prevail.”
Standing across the ring is Eros Correa (15-2, 9 KOs), the
33-year-old veteran originally from San Jose, now fighting
out of Las Vegas, Nevada. Correa brings experience, grit,
and a renewed sense of purpose as he looks to defend NorCal
pride while reestablishing himself among boxing’s elite.
Correa enters the fight following a closely contested
decision loss to Michael Angeletti in June 2025 and a brief
injury setback earlier that year. Now fully healthy, he has
revamped his training camp under renowned coach Richard
Barrientes, sharpening his tools for what he views as a
career-defining opportunity.
“I’m excited to get back into the ring, and I know this
title will get me back in the rankings where I belong,” said
Correa. “I’ve been working with my new trainer and I’ve
elevated my skillset. I’m ready to show that on May 15.”
Once ranked as high as No. 5 in the world by the WBA,
Correa’s experience and resilience contrast with Garnica’s
youth and undefeated momentum, setting the stage for a
compelling youth vs. experience showdown fueled by regional
pride.
The stakes are significant, as the winner is expected to
break into the Top 20 rankings of the WBC, positioning
themselves for a potential world title opportunity. With
both fighters at critical junctures—Garnica on the rise and
Correa seeking redemption—this matchup is expected to
deliver fireworks in the 118-pound division.
The undercard will feature promising rising talents Andy
Dominguez Velasquez and Criztec Bazaldua, both of whom
continue to build momentum early in their professional
careers. Known for their aggressive styles and fan-friendly
performances, both fighters are expected to add excitement
to an already stacked card, with opponents to be announced
in the coming weeks.
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