Boxing Match Preview: Jackson Furtado (12-3-0, 11 KOs) vs. Lazaro Alvarez (10-0-0, 5 KOs)

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Event: KO a Los Drogas

Venue: Gimnasio Club México, Santiago de Chile, Chile

Main Card Start: 9:00 PM ET

Broadcast: Regional Latin American broadcast + online streaming (per Champinon schedule)

Injury Report

Neither fighter has reported injuries, withdrawals, or medical flags. Tapology lists both as fully cleared for competition.

Tale of the Tape & Fighter Matchups

AttributeLázaro “Príncipe” ÁlvarezJackson “Neguinho” Furtado
Record10‑0‑0 (5 KOs)12‑3‑0 (11 KOs)
Age3538
Height5’5″ (165 cm)5’4″ (164 cm)
Reach70″ (178 cm)70″ (178 cm)
StanceSouthpawOrthodox
NationalityCubaBrazil
Weight135 lbs135 lbs

Matchup notes:

Álvarez is the younger, undefeated, more technical fighter.

Furtado has significantly more knockout power (11 KOs in 12 wins).

Both share identical reach, making timing and footwork decisive.

Recent Form

Lázaro Álvarez – Last 5

W – W – W – W – W He remains unbeaten and last defeated Tony Galaviz by unanimous decision.

Jackson Furtado – Last 5

L – W – W – L – L A mixed run, with losses in 2025 and 2022.

Fight History & Style Notes

Lázaro Álvarez

Three‑time Olympic medalist and elite amateur technician.

Exceptional defensive footwork and counterpunching.

As a pro, he has shown patience and round‑winning consistency.

Jackson Furtado

Aggressive pressure fighter with heavy hands.

Prefers mid‑range exchanges and thrives in chaotic moments.

Has struggled against high‑level technical opponents.

Betting Trends

Álvarez undefeated in 10 straight.

Furtado has lost 3 of his last 5.

Álvarez’s technical pedigree gives him a major advantage in longer fights.

Furtado’s only realistic path is via power punching.

FIGHT ODDS

Jackson Furtado               + 250

Lazaro Alvarez                   – 600

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 23, 2026

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