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Guatemalan Boxer Lester Martinez Wins WBC Interim Title
30-year-old Martinez outclasses Immanuwel Aleem in 12-round bout
Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:27am
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Lester Martinez, a 30-year-old Guatemalan super middleweight, secured a decisive victory over Immanuwel Aleem at the National Orange Show Event Center in San Bernardino, California. The win earned Martinez the WBC Interim title after 12 rounds of action, with the judges scoring the fight 120-108, 118-110, and 119-109 in Martinez's favor.
Why it matters
The fight was part of the growing ProBox TV Contender Series, which is helping to showcase emerging boxing talent. Martinez's victory positions him for a potential rematch against the full WBC champion, Christian Mbilli, whom he previously fought to a draw.
The details
Martinez demonstrated superior precision and endurance throughout the fight, proving too strong for the 32-year-old Aleem from Virginia. Martinez established control early with a consistent jab, anticipating Aleem's movements. After four dominant rounds, Aleem attempted to increase his offensive pressure, but was unable to maintain it. By the eighth round, the match was firmly in Martinez's grasp, showcasing his youth and freshness.
- The fight took place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
- The final face-off between Martinez and Aleem occurred the day before the fight.
The players
Lester Martinez
A 30-year-old Guatemalan super middleweight boxer who won the WBC Interim title.
Immanuwel Aleem
A 32-year-old super middleweight boxer from Virginia who lost to Martinez.
Christian Mbilli
The current WBC Super Middleweight champion, whom Martinez is likely to face in a rematch.
ProBox TV
A growing platform that hosted the Contender Series event where the Martinez-Aleem fight took place.
What’s next
With the interim title secured, Martinez is now positioned for a potential rematch against the full WBC champion, Christian Mbilli, whom he previously fought to a draw in Las Vegas in 2025. This upcoming bout promises to be a highly anticipated contest.
The takeaway
Martinez's dominant performance in the WBC Interim title fight showcases the rise of new talent in the super middleweight division, with the ProBox TV Contender Series providing a platform for these emerging boxers to gain exposure and challenge for championship titles.
