Gabriela Fundora Retains Undisputed Flyweight Title With Dominant 6th Round Stoppage

The 23-year-old champion overwhelmed challenger Viviana Ruiz to remain undefeated.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:24am

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Undisputed flyweight champion Gabriela Fundora retained her titles with a decisive victory over Viviana Ruiz on the undercard of Saturday's Golden Boy card in Anaheim, California. Fundora, a 5'9" southpaw with a 69-inch reach, dominated the fight from the opening bell, using her physical advantages to outbox and outpunch the smaller Ruiz. Fundora scored a knockdown in the 4th round and eventually forced the referee to stop the fight in the 6th round after landing dozens of unanswered shots.

Why it matters

Fundora's dominant performance reinforces her status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in women's boxing. At just 23 years old, she continues to improve and showcase her unique physical gifts, which make her a formidable challenge for any flyweight in the world.

The details

Fundora (18-0, 10 KOs) controlled the fight from the start, using her long reach and southpaw stance to keep Ruiz (10-3, 5 KOs) at bay with a stiff jab. She dropped Ruiz with a left uppercut in the 4th round, then proceeded to batter her with single shots, combinations, and flurries in the 5th and 6th rounds until the referee was forced to stop the fight.

  • The fight took place on Saturday, March 15, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

The players

Gabriela Fundora

The 23-year-old undisputed flyweight champion, ranked #3 pound-for-pound by Uncrowned. She is a 5'9" southpaw with a 69-inch reach.

Viviana Ruiz

The 10-3 challenger who was overwhelmed by Fundora's size and power advantages.

Freddy Fundora

Gabriela Fundora's trainer, who was named WBC Boxing Coach of the Year.

Ray Corona

The referee who stopped the fight in the 6th round to prevent further punishment of Ruiz.

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What they’re saying

“Right away I think she felt my punches.”

— Gabriela Fundora

“I had to show a little movement. I showed I could box, that I could rock, and why I'm undisputed.”

— Gabriela Fundora

“Maybe the plans change, maybe someone catches my eye at 115. But as of right now, I'm enjoying the moment.”

— Gabriela Fundora

“I want fans to go home and think, 'That damn Fundora always gives knockouts.'”

— Gabriela Fundora

What’s next

Fundora has indicated she may drop down to the light flyweight division (108 lbs) for her next fight, though she also left open the possibility of staying at flyweight (112 lbs) and facing a new challenger at that weight class.

The takeaway

Gabriela Fundora's dominant victory over Viviana Ruiz showcased the 23-year-old champion's continued development and her status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in women's boxing. Her unique physical advantages, combined with her technical skills, make her a formidable challenge for any flyweight in the world.