At just 23 years old, Diego Pacheco is already carving out his place in the world of boxing, transitioning from a promising prospect to a serious world contender. With an unbeaten record, Pacheco is set to prove his mettle once again as he takes on Maciej Sulecki at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, this Saturday.
This year has been a rollercoaster for Pacheco, marked by both joy and sorrow. He welcomed his daughter Divine into the world in February, but just two months later, he faced the devastating loss of his older brother Manuel, who passed away due to complications from 3p deletion syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.
Pacheco's recent bout against Shawn McCalman tested his resolve, as he went the distance for the first time in his career, ending his streak of nine consecutive knockouts. Although the fight wasn’t as dominant as he’d hoped, Pacheco emerged victorious.
The upcoming fight against Sulecki is not just another match; it’s a proving ground for Pacheco to demonstrate that he’s ready to compete at the highest levels of the sport. With Sulecki’s experience and resilience, Pacheco knows he can’t afford to overlook his opponent. However, he remains confident that his preparation and hunger to succeed will carry him through what promises to be a tough battle.
Looking ahead, Pacheco has his sights set on challenging the division's top names, including Canelo Alvarez. With David Morrell and David Benavidez potentially moving up in weight, Pacheco is positioning himself as a future challenger for Alvarez’s throne. Confident in his abilities and trusting in Hearn’s guidance, Pacheco believes his time will come—whether against Canelo, Jaime Munguia, Christian Mbilli, or Edgar Berlanga.
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