At The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Dominican knockout artist Yan “Dangerous” Santana faces seasoned Mexican contender Aaron “Tigre” Alameda in a 10-round featherweight bout on the undercard of Xander Zayas vs. Jorge Garcia Perez. With both fighters eyeing a world title shot, this matchup is a litmus test for Santana’s rise and Alameda’s resilience.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Yan Santana | Aaron Alameda |
| Age | 25 | 31 |
| Height | 5′8″ (173 cm) | 5′6″ (168 cm) |
| Reach | 72″ (183 cm) | 66.9″ (170 cm) |
| Record | 14-0-0 (12 KOs) | 30-2-0 (17 KOs) |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Rounds Fought | 43 | 176 |
| Pro Debut | 2021 | 2014 |
Yan Santana – The Rising Power Puncher
Strengths:
86% KO rate with all stoppages inside 4 rounds
Sharp combinations from crab defense stance
Composure and stamina proven in 10-round decisions
Recent Form:
TKO win over Eduardo Baez (Nov 2024)
UD wins over Brandon Valdes and Edwin Palomares
Style Notes:
Aggressive early starter with violent short punches
Switches gears when opponents survive early storm
Santana has passed key developmental tests, outpointing durable foes when knockouts didn’t come. His win over Baez—only previously stopped by Emanuel Navarrete—was a breakout moment that showcased his finishing instincts and ring IQ.
Aaron Alameda – The Proven Contender
Strengths:
Durable and experienced against elite opposition
Tactical southpaw with solid fundamentals
4-fight win streak with 3 stoppages
Recent Form:
Wins over Charles Conwell (SD) and Roarke Knapp (KO)
Losses to Luis Nery (UD) and Angelo Leo (MD)
Style Notes:
Prefers mid-range exchanges and countering off angles
Rarely gets overwhelmed, even in defeat
Alameda has never been stopped and gave strong accounts against world champions. His experience and grit make him a dangerous test for any rising star.
Key Matchup Dynamics
Power vs. Durability: Santana’s early KO threat vs. Alameda’s proven chin
Youth vs. Experience: Santana’s momentum vs. Alameda’s world-level résumé
Orthodox vs. Southpaw: Santana’s angles vs. Alameda’s countering stance
FIGHT ODDS
Yan Santana – 600
Aaron Alameda + 450
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 25, 2025
