After years of report discrepancies tracked by World Boxing Information, Abel Mendoza’s ledger has moved once more — this time formally to 43-0.
His July 26, 2025, knockout victory in Medellín, Colombia, has now been verified and mirrored on his skilled report.
The bout, staged at Lodge San Fernando Plaza beneath the Federacion Colombiana De Boxeo, noticed Mendoza cease Juvenal Herrera within the fourth spherical of a scheduled eight-round tremendous light-weight contest.
For a fighter whose report has been beneath periodic evaluate since 2022, the replace is important.
Mendoza Addresses Colombia Scrutiny
Colombian and Mexican occasions typically require extra documentation when outcomes are reviewed, significantly on smaller worldwide playing cards.
Lately, video affirmation has more and more change into customary observe when questions come up.
Mendoza instructed WBN his struggle met that requirement.
“There was numerous corruption in Colombia. There was so much that was false, however mine was not considered one of them. I confirmed them proof of a reside video.”
In line with Mendoza, as soon as footage was provided, the outcome was reviewed and acknowledged.
The official report now displays 43-0.
43-0 Official — Greater Whole Claimed
Whereas the ledger reads 43-0, Mendoza has lengthy maintained that his precise complete is increased due to beforehand unlisted victories in Mexico.
He has beforehand instructed WBN he believes he’s both 45-0 or 46-0, relying on which bouts are in the end documented. That might now realistically sit at 47-0.
For now, 43-0 is the acknowledged determine. The remaining stays a part of an ongoing administrative debate slightly than a aggressive one.
The Benchmark Is Not Static
The quantity carries weight past Mendoza’s personal profession.
Terence Crawford retired undefeated after reaching 42-0. Mendoza has now formally moved past that mark.
Floyd Mayweather’s 50-0 stays the trendy benchmark for an ideal skilled run. Nonetheless, with Mayweather getting ready for a September rematch with Manny Pacquiao, that focus on might lengthen to 51-0.
In different phrases, the reference level could shift earlier than Mendoza closes the hole.
Seven fights separate him from 50. Extra if the benchmark strikes. Fewer if his claimed wins are ultimately acknowledged.
The mathematics depends upon which complete you settle for.
PBC Debut Awaiting Affirmation
Mendoza’s Premier Boxing Champions debut has but to be formally introduced after he signed for the promotional entity late final 12 months.
‘El Zorro’ assured WBN he’ll present an replace as soon as it’s confirmed, as he goals to maneuver past 43-0.
After years of paperwork lagging behind performances, a minimum of yet another outcome has caught up.
Whether or not the remaining claims do the identical — and whether or not the benchmark stays at 50 — stays open.
In regards to the Creator
Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing Information (WBN) and a veteran boxing reporter with 15+ years of expertise. He has interviewed world champions, damaged worldwide exclusives, and reported ringside since 2010. Learn full bio.
