Antonio Vargas Signs Co-Promotion Deal with Matchroom & BoxLab

Newly crowned WBA bantamweight champion Antonio Vargas (19-1 11 KOs) has signed a co-promotional deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom and Boxlab Promotions. Vargas was elevated to full champion status by the WBA in May, following his stoppage win in December at Caribe Royale in Orlando over Winston Guerrero to win the interim title.

“All glory to God for this opportunity,” said Vargas. “I’m so grateful to have the support of Boxlab Promotions and Matchroom as I take the next step in my journey.

“I know there is still so much work to be done, but I’m blessed to be surrounded by a team that believes in me. I am ready to defend my World title and continue to make everyone proud.”

Vargas will make the first defense of his title in a showdown to be announced soon.

“I’m delighted to welcome Antonio to the team,” said Hearn. “Antonio is in a great spot as the WBA ruler at 118lbs, there’s some huge fights in and around Bantamweight for him.

“It is great to be working closely as always with our friend and partner Amaury Piedra on Antonio’s future, and with the backing of Matchroom and Boxlab, the sky is the limit for him.”