Both men are undefeated and have proven to be elite hard-hitters in their divisions. Hence, the right person to preview their possible matchup would be the one to have trained with both the young champions. Welterweight contender Abel Ramos (27-4-2, 21 KOs) will square off against Luke Santamaria (12-2-1, 7 KOs) in a 10-round bout that headlines PBC action live on FOX this Saturday from Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. He will be trained by his father out of his Las Vegas, NV based gym, the Fernando Vargas Fighting Foundation. "Even if it's not Mayweather, it can be Oscar. Since beginning, he's earned more than 30,000 dedicated fans on the photo and video sharing app. Were in the hurt business, and I wouldnt want them to get hurt. Las Vegas Based Boxing Brothers Fernando and Amado Vargas Victorious in Latest Bouts Last weekend, Las Vegas based boxers, brothers Fernando "El Feroz" Vargas, Jr. and Amado "El Malvado" Vargas were victorious in their bouts in Mexico. Kovalev is managed by Thousand Oaks resident Egis Klimas. A fight card will take place Saturday at Kid Gloves Boxing in Simi Valley. Verified. The youngest Vargas has experiences well beyond his years, as hes sparred former world champions Jorge Linares and Jamel Herring, in addition to current pound-for-pound great Shakur Stevenson. 'The Red King' Rory MacDonald. Join our newsletter to get info about latest events and deals! I haven't seen him take much punishment at all. A stoppage victory on a platform like Triller would be a major statement for Amado, and would be a step in the right direction as he continues to progress as a professional. Getting work in with numerous former world champions, including Yordenis Ugas, Shawn Porter, and Kell Brook has prepared Junior well for the pro game. Thanks very much to BXSTRS Productions for giving Amado this opportunity. boxing over the last two years. Exhibition with me and Oscar. 2023 www.vcstar.com. But they are both really good fighters, and that would be a good fight to watch, said Vargas. Fernando Vargas, Jr. fought on December 18 in Merida, Mexico, scoring a knockout victory over Pablo Rosas after Rosas remained on his stool after round 2. Vargas. He can be reached by email at[emailprotected]or on Twitter at FSalazarBoxing. Oxnard, California United States Sport . My kids are my life. Junior hopes to make another statement by proving that he is a legit prospect at 154lbs. Fernando Vargas has been adamant that his sons are working as hard as they can to fulfill their potential. Like his other two brother, Amado takes boxing very seriously and has dreams of becoming a world champion but he understands the work and discipline that is involved.. Follow. Known for his great footwork, Amado also has dreams and aspirations of become a world champion. DAZN will stream the four-bout telecast beginning at5 p.m. The four-round featherweight bout is featured on the BXSTRS Productions card and will be broadcast on ESPN Knockout in a behind closed doors setting due to the pandemic. Amado (3-0, 2 KOs), 21, will square off against Anel Dudo (1-3,KO) of Aurora, Colorado, in a four-round featherweight bout. Continued advisor Tom Loeffler, Once again, Im very happy we were able to put this fight together on ESPN Knockout. Continued advisor Tom Loeffler, "I'm happy we were able to put this fight together in Merida, Mexico on . Emiliano Fernando Vargas, top, with his father Fernando Vargas, celebrates his knockout win against Julio Cesar Martinez in the second round of a lightweight fight at the Pearl Theater inside. As with Fernando Jr, Im looking forward to seeing Amado in the ring, as he continues bringing in the next generation of the Vargas family into the boxing ring.. I believe in myself, and I know I have the drive to make it in boxing. Boruto: Naruto Next . Its a blessing for me. The Vargas brothers are not the only fighters with a famous last name on the card. Amado Vargas reveals what unique features Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson possess that separates them from each other at the gym. Vargas had a 110-10 record in the unpaid ranks before turning pro in May to great fanfare. Submission. 280 posts. Boxing News & latest Hottest content: Gervonta Davis SPARRING Amado Vargas(SON OF MEXICAN LEGEND Fernando) In-Front of Floyd Mayweather. There is something so beautiful about a whole country having your back. VIDEO: Gervonta Davis Flaunts Sick New Tattoos. ". Amado 'El Malvado' Fernando Vargas of Las Vegas, NV, son of the legendary three-time junior middleweight world champion Fernando Vargas Sr., will be the second son of Vargas to make his. Fernando Vargas, Jr. fought on December 18 in Merida, Mexico, scoring a knockout victory over Pablo Rosas after Rosas remained on his stool after round 2. POMONA, Calif. (Jan. 12, 2023) - Fernando Vargas Jr. and Amado "El Malvado" Fernando Vargas, sons of former world champion Fernando "El Feroz" Vargas, have signed promotional contracts with MarvNation Promotions.The two were on hand at the Derby Room in Pomona, Calif. today to announce their signing to the media. FAIR-USE COPYRIGH. My sons have the DNA to become a champion. 100%. KO/TKO. A fight between the two would be epic. Amado Vargas defeats Anel Dudo via 4 Round Decision Vargas Decision Round 4. Former Jr Middleweight champion and 1996 US olympian Fernando Vargas coaches his son Amado Vargas in his 5th amateur fight.Background music provided by Rio D. Former Jr Middleweight. Amado Vargas, best known for being a Boxer, was born in United States on Thursday, July 20, 2000. Fernando "El Feroz" Vargas, Jr. (3-0, 3 KOs) and brother Amado "El Malvado" Vargas (2-0, 1 KO), the sons of former two-time light middleweight world champion, Fernando Vargas, will be action this Friday July 23, 2021, in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico. Continued advisor Tom Loeffler, Once again, Im very happy we were able to put this fight together on ESPN Knockout. Its an honor to continue the legacy that my father has left. Amado is the second of Fernando Vargas Srs sons to turn professional with Fernando Vargas Jr. making his triumphant debut last month. Thank you. You gotta watch out for what hes going to come hit you with. The youngest Vargas has experiences well beyond his years, as he's sparred former world champions Jorge Linares and Jamel Herring, in addition to current pound-for-pound great Shakur Stevenson. He hopes to follow in the footsteps of his famous father, who will also train him. Amado Vargas compares sparring Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson: "Tank has the heaviest punch that I've received, Shakur hits hard too but he's very pinpoint." . There is nothing like growing up in a boxing family with a dad who accomplished some tremendous feats in this sport, like becoming a world champion at age 21. They are going to get opportunities to shine because of their last name, but they will also be subjected to people minimizing their accomplishments because of their father. Get in on the latest boxing conversations in our Forum and comment on articles. Lightweight prodigy Emiliano El General Vargas, the youngest fighting son of former junior middleweight world champion Ferocious Fernando Vargas and one of boxings blue-chip talents, has inked a multi-year promotional contract with Top Rank. All three of Vargas sons, FernandoJr., Amado and Emiliano, will square off against their respective opposition Saturday night at the Kia Forum in Inglewood. "Elie Seckbach Reporting"Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/ESNEWSFollow TALENT: Follow my IG: https://www.instagram.com/elieseckbach/ Twitter: http. Known for his great footwork, Amado also has dreams and aspirations of become a world. Dudo is only 1-3 as a professional boxer, but has experience competing in Muay Thai; he has never been knocked down or stopped in any of his boxing defeats. The former IBF super featherweight champion currently holds the WBA lightweight and WBA (Super), super featherweight titles. Amado Vargas Anel Dudo "Malvado" 5-0-0 Pro Record At Fight : 1-4-0 Last 5 Fights : United States . I knew boxing was going to work out.. A post shared by Shakur Stevenson (@shakurstevenson). Nevertheless, if Stevenson continues displaying his dominance, fans can envision him becoming a superstar in the sport. You can support FIGHTMAG with a contribution of any size. Amado Fernando Vargas, the son of Fernando Vargas, is competing in the 125-pound weight class. He defeated fellow undefeated prospect Kody Koboski with a third round TKO to improve to 5-0 with 5 KOs. Family: He has two younger brothers and one younger sister. "We've got to be honest: We are also creating this . Vargas was the type of fighter that fight fans had to love. We asked and Vargas tells us, basically, hell no when it comes to one-on-one, but what about all three against him? Fernando Vargas achieved many accolades throughout his boxing career, including becoming a U.S. Olympian, successful prizefighter, and two-time world titleholder. Given Name: Amado Fernando Vargas Pro Boxing Record: 5-0-0 (Win-Loss-Draw) Nickname: Malvado Current Streak: N/A Age: 22 | Date of Birth: 2000.07.20 Last Fight: N/A Weight Class: | Last Weigh-In: N/A Affiliation: N/A Height: 5'8" (173cm) | Reach: N/A Career Disclosed Earnings: $16,000 USD Born: Oxnard, California, USA Triller Fight Club returns on May 14th as the Vargas Dynasty hopes to take the world by storm and pick up three victories in front of a world-wide audience. Amado EL MALVADO Fernando Vargas of Las Vegas, NV, son of the legendary three-time junior middleweight world champion Fernando Vargas Sr., will be the second son of the Legend to make his highly anticipated professional boxing debut this Friday, January 29 against Martin Sanchez, (2-4-1), in Hermosillo, Mexico, it was announced today by his father. We will be paid a commission, with no extra cost to you, if you use those links to make a purchase. Im not going to be putting my kids in something because I want to live through their eyes and experiences. I made my pro debut earlier this year and I was able to get the knockout, which was an incredible feeling, stated Amado Vargas, who spares off against Fernando De La Cruz. Its a blessing to me to see them grow and create their own path. The two rising prospects will return to the ring on Feb. 11 as part of . Do you think Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson will collide somewhere down the line? Replay. Im grateful to my dad for always being in my corner and I cant wait to fight this Friday in Mexico, where the fans are the greatest.. And in 2010 Seckbach won the Boxing Reporter of The Year award from ATG Radio. We can make it happen!". Before the age of 30 he had shared the ring with elite fighters such as Campas, Raul Marquez, Winky Wright, Ike Quartey, Felix Trinidad, Oscar De La Hoya, and Shane Mosley. He combined his bachelor's degree with his ", Vargas -- who trains his kids -- expects a win from each of them saying, "All of 'em by knockout. Making his pro debut on this card, he is set to square off against 1-1 Mark Salgado in a four-round lightweight contest. If you change your mind, go to Notifications in the menu to enable browser notifications. Before even turning pro, he has gotten great sparring work in with Shakur Stevenson and Jamel Herring, which will clearly benefit him as he rises up the professional ranks. Im going to keep supporting them. TM & 2023 BoxingScene.All Rights Reserved. Born Jul 20, 2000 Age 22 Debut Jan. 29, 2021 Height 5'8" 173 cm Weight--Reach--Stance Orthodox. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. I saw Emiliano at the age of 10 and I saw how hungry he was. Its about how I perform, but Top Rank will help me get to that next level.. Vargas Family Dynasty Docuseries, Episode 1. Fernando Vargas was on the U.S. Olympic Boxing Team in 1996, and went on to become a three-time world champion as a professional. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. adoration for combat sports and has a combined 2000 plus bylines in MMA and But, can they beat their dad? Francisco A. Salazar covers boxing for The Star. Amado El Malvado Fernando Vargas of Las Vegas, NV, son of the legendary three-time junior middleweight world champion Fernando Vargas Sr., will be the second son of Vargas to make his highly anticipated professional boxing debut this Friday, January 29 against Martin Sanchez, (2-4-1), in Hermosillo, Mexico, it was announced today by his father. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Decision. The 20-year-old Vargas, who compiled a modest amateur record of 42-7, was ranked as high as No. Gervontas more, he got more dog, and more. Amado is the second of Fernando Vargas sons to make his pro debut. I told them I would support them 100% in their goals. He also covers boxing for Ring Magazine and Boxingscene. I just want to follow in my dads footsteps but make my own path. Amado is the second of Fernando Vargas Srs sons to turn professional with Fernando Vargas Jr. making his triumphant debut last month. Cotto: The First Fight, and the Last One Before Jail. Shakur is really smooth on his feet and escapes. Meanwhile, former WBO featherweight champion, Shakur Stevenson, holds a record of 15-0 with 8 KOs in an active resume. who is currently pursuing his masters degree in broadcast journalism. Triller Fight Club 7 months ago. 5 in the 114-pound division by USA Boxing. Back in the mid-1990s, Hector Camacho and his son, Hector Jr., fought on the same card in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 18 year old prospect will be competing in the lightweight division, making his Top Rank debut on Saturday, November 12th on Now its my turn to show the world that these Vargas boys can really fight.. Fernando Vargas makes Top Rank debut as part of the Janibek Alimkhanuly/Seniesa Estrada undercard. He knocked out Mark Salgado in the opening round at TrillerVerz 5 live from Kia Forum in Los Angeles, a short drive from his fathers Oxnard hometown. One accolade he can be proud of is being a father and the trainer to three prizefighters who have the potential to have successful professional careers. Moreover, they have already touched world titles in their respective weight classes and can soon land up against each other if either side makes a minor shift in their weight. Triller Fight Club 8 months ago. Fernando Vargas was a two-time junior middleweight world champion who competed against the very best during his career. His most recent bout was on FOX in the lead-in to the Keith Thurman vs Mario Barrios PPV event in February. He has title fight against Errol Spence Jr secure, as this was an official WBC eliminator right now. Fighting in Mexico is always fun because the fans are so passionate.. "Floyd knows my number," Vargas said. Emiliano -- the youngest of the three -- will be making his boxing debut while his brother, Vargas Jr., is 5-0 (5 KOs). Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. It is not uncommon for brothers or next of kin to fight on the same card. I cant wait to perform and have the fans embrace me just like they embraced my dad. The Las Vegas native will make his Top Rank debut in a four-rounder Saturday, Nov. 12, at Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas on the undercard of the Janibek Alimkhanuly/Seniesa Estrada world title doubleheader. I know they got it, so we're definitely excited.". The 44-year-old Vargas hopes his three sons can make the most of their careers after the struggles he went through early on in his life. A senior boxing writer at EssentiallySports, Raj Sarkar is a mass media graduate Exclusive ExpressVPN offer for FIGHTMAG readers: Get 3 extra months free with a 12-month subscription. Emiliano was a seven-time national champion as an amateur, and posted a stellar 110-10 record in the amateur ranks. Replay. He knows he has a long road ahead but has tremendous confidence in himself. \"Elie Seckbach Reporting\"Subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/user/ESNEWSFollowTALENT: Follow my IG:https://www.instagram.com/elieseckbach/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SeckbachOfficial Website:http://www.esnewsreporting.com/Watch MoreESNEWS: Latest Uploads:http://bit.ly/esnews-latest-uploads The Robert Garcia Reality Show: http://bit.ly/robert-garcia-reality-show Brandon Krause Videos: http://bit.ly/brandon-krause-videos Boxing Basics: http://bit.ly/boxing-basics Popular Videos:http://bit.ly/esnews-popular-videosAboutESNEWS:Elie Seckbach ( ) features by the LA Times and Ring Magazine as the Most Influential boxing reporter has been covering Sports BOXING MMA \u0026 The NBA since 1997. Although playing football in his younger years, Amado took up boxing in his mid-teens and was ranked as high as #5 in the 114-pound weight class by Team USA. 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"I know they came from me so they got their DNA from their father," Vargas said. Amado Vargas, the son of two-time world junior middleweight titleholder Fernando Vargas, will make his pro debut Friday night. That's a saving of 49%. Said Amado, I feel great, definitely excited to display my talents on ESPN Knockout. Amado Vargas, age 21, stands 5 8, and fights out of the orthodox stance in the featherweight division. Don't worry, we'll have all of the post fight recaps, drama and excitement here so you will never miss out. "The official Tapology discussion thread for the event! But, before Vargas can even set that up, he'll watch his three sons, Fernando Jr., Amado and Emiliano square up in their own bouts on the undercard of Triller's Fight Club on Saturday. Michael De La Cruz (0-1-1), another Ventura resident, will square off against Karpis Burushyan of Glendale, who will be making his pro debut. His oldest son, Fernando Vargas Jr., is 25 years old and has made up for lost time after joining the sport late. Conor Benn Reveals the Real Reason Behind Fighting Samuel Vargas, Full Spectrum Services LLP 2022 | All Rights Reserved. The three fights will stream live on Fite.tv and TrillerFightClub.comstarting at 6 p.m. FernandoJr. (5-0, 5 knockouts), the oldest son at 25, will face Ohios Terrance Jarmon (3-0, KO) in a six-round middleweight bout. His answer might shock you. The 40-year-old Robert Ortiz (7-4-3, 3 KOs) will battle Ryan Venable (2-11) of Roanoke, Virginia, in a six-round junior welterweight bout. However, Davis has several more viable contenders in line, and a potential fight with Shakur Stevenson may not happen anytime soon. Vargas would make the long walk after school from south Oxnard to the famed La Colonia Gym, where he would apply his trade that would take him to the 1996 Olympic Games and help him become a world titleholder five days after his 21st birthday. All rights reserved. Trained by his father, Vargas (1-0, 1 KO) is a seven-time national amateur champion who turned 18 in April. Already in his young career, Amado has sparred with world champions Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta Davis and hopes to use that experience to turn in a dominant performance next Saturday. Privacy. 1,491 following. The 26-5 boxer said Floyd would be his ideal opponent but rekindling an old rivalry with De La Hoya would also intrigue him. All three of his sons will be fighting on Triller Fight Clubs card next Saturday, May 14th at the Forum in Inglewood, California. He can be reached on Twitter at FSalazarBoxing. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He will face Anel Dudo in a four-round featherweight bout next weekend in his Triller debut. The four-round featherweight bout is featured on the BXSTRS Productions card and will be broadcast on ESPN Knockout in a behind closed doors setting due to the pandemic. Though he started the sport later than most professionals, it was evident early on that Junior had the punching power and athleticism that could make him a very successful boxer. At just 21 years of age, he became the youngest junior middleweight champion in the history of boxing. Once again, Im very happy we were able to put this fight together on ESPN Knockout, said advisor Tom Loeffler. If Floyd Mayweather or Oscar De La Hoya are looking for exhibitions down the road former boxing star Fernando Vargas tells TMZ Sports he's down to get back in the ring with both! Amado 'El Malvado' Fernando Vargas of Las Vegas, NV, son of the legendary three-time junior middleweight world champion Fernando Vargas Sr., will be the second son of Vargas to make his. Emiliano Vargas is the youngest of the three brothers, and has the deepest pedigree in the sport. All the sacrifices I made were worth it. He has been victorious in all three of his professional contests, with two of them being knockout victories. Stated Vargas Sr., Im thrilled to have Amado follow the footsteps of Fernando Jr. in turning professional. Now its my turn to show the world that these Vargas boys can really fight.. Campaigning at middleweight, Vargas Jr. aspires of becoming a world champion one day. I kept doing it every day until (trainer) Eduardo Garcia saw me walk home. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Like my dad says, El legado Vargas contina. The legacy is everything, but at the same time, I am here to write my own story and make my family proud. If yes, at what weight will they fight? He has also trained other prospects and contender Gabriel Rosado. How old was Floyd Mayweather when he fought Miguel Cotto? 109k Followers, 1,491 Following, 280 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Amado Fernando Vargas (@amadofvargas) amadofvargas. Ring Magazine junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo (34-1-1, 18 KOs) of Houston, who also holds the WBC, IBF, and WBA world title belts, will face WBO titleholder Brian Castano (17-0-2, 12 KOs) of Argentina on Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson. Im proud of my roots. Next weekend he is pinned against 3-0 Terrance Jarmon in a six-round contest on Triller. He is part of a second-generation fighting family that includes his older brothers, Fernando Jr. and Amado, who are also undefeated professionals. With his great career now behind him, he has shifted his attention to training his sons with all three of them now boxing professionally. All three of Vargas' sons, Fernando Jr., Amado and Emiliano, will square off against their respective opposition Saturday night at the Kia Forum in Inglewood. Did Deontay Wilder predict his capitulating Tyson Fury knockout? VIDEO: Gervonta Davis Flaunts Sick New Tattoos. I didnt have a father. I didnt want to see them fight because its a dangerous sport. I want to be a Fernando Vargas, a Julio Cesar Chavez. Its a blessing to me.. The event is titled Trillerverz 5 and will also feature a Verzuz Battle between rap groups Cypress Hill and Onyx. The winner becomes the undisputed world champion at 154 pounds. Its an honor to continue the legacy that my father has left. Following an amateur career compiling a record of 42-7, the 20-year-old Amado is excited to fight in the professional ranks. Away from sports Elie has covered major news events and has won both a Golden Mike and an Emmy Award. Launched less than two years ago, Triller Fight Club has already sold over 3,000,000 Pay-Per-Views in the past year, making it one of the top-selling combat sports/entertainment platforms. I grew up in boxing having been around the numerous gyms my dad took me to as a kid, said Vargas Jr., who will be facing Able Luna of Mexico. Reply . They are the sons of three-time junior middleweight world champion Fernando 'El Feroz' Vargas. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Recently turning 18 years of age, the youngest Vargas brother set his sights on joining his two older brothers in the pros. 240k Followers, 1,263 Following, 401 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from "El General" Emiliano Vargas (@emilianofvargas) Both brothers remained undefeated.. Amado Vargas Retweeted He has also made it widely known that if his kids were not performing at a high level, then he wouldnt be pushing them the way he currently is. Two-division champion, Gervonta Davis, boasts a pro-record of 24-0 with 23 wins coming via Knockout. Thanks very much to BXSTRS Productions for giving Amado this opportunity. Inside the Ropes aims to become the definitive resource for all Boxing coverage, information and entertainment. Nah Thurman vs Crawford is happening next in my opinion. This is something that is so deeply embedded in my family and as a Mexican. All rights reserved. Vargas bout will stream live and exclusively in the U.S. on ESPN+. When Im living now through my kids eyes, its amazing. He dominated long time reigning champion Luis Ramon "Yuri Boy" Campas and forced him to quit in his corner in 1998. Vargaswould lose to Felix Trinidad and Oscar De La Hoya, but he found peace and solace in the ring working with his three sons. He competed in the 2019 U.S. Olympic Trial Qualifiers; and, after losing a controversial decision, decided with his father that they would turn to the professional ranks. Said Amado, I feel great, definitely excited to display my talents on ESPN Knockout. Eighteen-year-old Emiliano will make his professional debut against San Joses Mark Salgado (1-1, KO) in a four-round lightweight bout. I'm ready. His favorite sport growing up was football, and he switched to boxing in his early teens. For more information, call 805-206-9403. He got into boxing at age 17 as he grew up playing other sports, most notably basketball. Vargas will face Martin Sanchez in a four-round featherweight bout in Hermosillo, Mexico. Salgado is coming off of a split decision loss, and will have his hands full next weekend as he welcomes the highly decorated amateur to the professional game. The fight will be part of a BXSTRS Productions card that will air live on ESPN Knockout. Amado Vargas "El Malvado" 4 - 0 - 0. That's right, you're #1 stop shop and source for all things Boxing. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. Watch Later. Emiliano Vargas (1-0, 1 KO), the youngest son of former 154lb Champion "Ferocious" Fernando Vargas, becomes the next blue-chip prospect to sign a contract with Top Rank Boxing. In 2017 Seckbach received two Awards for his boxing coverage. Evan Holyfield (9-0, 6 KOs), the son of undisputed cruiserweight and undisputed heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield, will fight against Jurmain McDonald (6-5, 2 KOs) of Jefferson City, Missouri, in a six-round welterweight bout. Thanks for signing up! As with Fernando Jr, Im looking forward to seeing Amado in the ring, as he continues bringing in the next generation of the Vargas family into the boxing ring., Amado Vargas, son of Fernando, to turn professional on January 29, Conor Benn shares eggsplosive fact on WBC rating reinstatement. I feel great, definitely excited to display my talents on ESPN Knockout, said Vargas. This is my legacy as much as my dads. 5 in the 114-pound division by USA Boxing. Vargas Sr. has two other sons who are accomplished amateur boxers, Amado and Emiliano. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Vargas trains at the Fernando Vargas Fighting Foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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