The undefeated American prospect Jose “Tito” Sanchez (14-0-0, 8 KOs) returns from a year-long injury layoff to face the veteran Mexican journeyman Jesus Eduardo “Koreano” Ramirez Rubio (23-4-3, 17 KOs) in the 10-round super bantamweight (122 lb) main event of a “LA Friday Night Fights” card. This marks Sanchez’s first fight since late 2024 after being sidelined throughout 2025 due to injury, while Rubio enters as a seasoned opponent with recent stoppage wins but a history of losses to ranked contenders. Promoted by Paco Presents, Golden Boy Promotions, and Robert Garcia Boxing Academy, the event streams live on DAZN, showcasing emerging talent in a competitive division.
Fight Details
Broadcast start time around 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT (1:00 a.m. GMT Saturday); main event ringwalk estimated at approximately 11:00 p.m. ET / 8:00 p.m. PT (depending on undercard progression).
Venue: Thunder Studios, Long Beach, California, USA.
TV Broadcast: DAZN (live streaming in the U.S. and select international markets).
How to Watch: Live on DAZN (subscription required); event begins with undercard bouts around 8:00 p.m. ET.
Fighter Records and Background
Jose Tito Sanchez: 14-0-0 (8 KOs). Age: 27 (born January 14, 1999). Height: 5’5″ (165 cm). Stance: Orthodox. Nationality: American (Cathedral City/Rancho Mirage, California). A regional standout with strong amateur roots, Sanchez turned pro in 2018 and has compiled a perfect record through regional competition, blending technical boxing with solid power (57% KO rate). Ranked in top regional circuits; this is his comeback after a full-year absence due to injury.
Jesus Eduardo Ramirez Rubio (“Koreano”): 23-4-3 (17 KOs). Age: 30 (born around 1995). Height: 5’7″ (170 cm). Stance: Orthodox. Nationality: Mexican (Guaymas, Sonora). A veteran with over 30 pro fights, Rubio has faced quality opposition (losses to Nick Ball, Ramon Cardenas, and Katsuma Akitsugi) but boasts a high KO rate (73.91% in wins) and recent resurgence with stoppages. Known for aggressive pressure and durability; spars with former champ Miguel Berchelt.
Recent Form
Sanchez is returning from inactivity but enters unbeaten with a strong finishing rate in recent outings. Rubio is 2-3 in his last five but has rebounded with consecutive KOs in 2025.
Jose Tito Sanchez Last 5 Fights (pre-layoff):
Oct 24, 2025: W UD vs. Edwin Palomares (10 rounds) – Dominant decision.
Apr 24, 2025: W UD vs. Erik Ruiz (10 rounds) – Wide scores.
Dec 14, 2023: W UD vs. Walter Santibanes (10 rounds) – Controlled performance.
Earlier wins: Mix of decisions and KOs, with 8 stoppages overall.
Sanchez is 5-0 in his last five (all wins, including multiple 10-round decisions), showing durability but limited recent activity.
Jesus Eduardo Ramirez Rubio Last 5 Fights:
Oct 25, 2025: W KO vs. opponent (3 rounds) – Stoppage win.
Jul 10, 2024: L TKO vs. Katsuma Akitsugi (9 rounds) – Competitive but stopped.
Apr 23, 2024: L KO vs. Ramon Cardenas (9 rounds) – Title challenge loss.
Earlier: Wins with KOs against lesser foes; three-fight win streak pre-losses.
Rubio is 2-3 in his last five but 3-0 in most recent activity (all stoppages), showing power resurgence.
Injury Report
Jose Tito Sanchez: Sidelined throughout 2025 due to an unspecified injury (reported as a major setback preventing any fights). Fully cleared and healthy for this return; no new issues reported.
Jesus Eduardo Ramirez Rubio: No reported injuries; active in 2025 with no pullouts or lingering problems. Both fighters appear in good health; monitor weigh-ins for any late concerns.
Fighter Matchups
This 10-round super bantamweight main event features Sanchez’s technical boxing and regional dominance against Rubio’s veteran experience, pressure, and knockout power. Sanchez’s height disadvantage (5’5″ vs. 5’7″) may be offset by footwork, while Rubio’s reach and aggression could force exchanges.
Striking: Sanchez (57% KO rate) uses precise combinations and counters. Rubio (73% KO rate in wins) lands heavy power shots. Advantage: Rubio in volume/power; Sanchez in accuracy.
Pace/Cardio: Sanchez has gone 10 rounds multiple times; Rubio has deep experience but recent stoppages suggest early aggression. Sanchez’s layoff may affect stamina.
X-Factor: Sanchez’s comeback motivation vs. Rubio’s veteran savvy; Rubio’s durability (has gone deep in losses) tests Sanchez’s finishing ability.
Sanchez ranked higher regionally; Rubio brings name value from title challenges.
Fight History
This is the first professional meeting between Sanchez and Rubio—no prior bouts or amateur encounters. Both enter with strong records (Sanchez 14-0, Rubio 23-4-3), making it a classic prospect-vs-veteran test.
FIGHT ODDS
Jose Tito Sanchez – 350
Jesus Ramirez Rubi + 225
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2025
