Yoenis Tellez Defeats Brian Mendoza Over 10 Rounds

Cuban fighter stays composed to outpoint Mendoza in Las Vegas bout

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:36am

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A vibrant, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a boxing match, with the figures of the fighters dissolving into abstract brushstrokes.An explosive, neon-hued painting captures the raw energy and intensity of the 154-pound boxing match between Yoenis Tellez and Brian Mendoza.

Yoenis Tellez, a 25-year-old Cuban boxer, defeated Brian Mendoza in a 10-round fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Tellez used a sharper jab and higher work rate to control the fight, keeping Mendoza from finding consistent openings.

Why it matters

This victory keeps Tellez in the mix at the 154-pound weight class, an important step in his professional boxing career as he looks to climb the ranks and potentially challenge for a title in the future.

The details

Tellez (12-1, 9 KOs) started the fight well, using his jab and higher output to land the cleaner shots in the early rounds. Mendoza (23-5, 17 KOs) tried to get inside, but struggled to land cleanly against Tellez's consistent punching.

  • The fight took place on March 29, 2026 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

Yoenis Tellez

A 25-year-old Cuban boxer with a professional record of 12-1, 9 KOs.

Brian Mendoza

A professional boxer with a record of 23-5, 17 KOs.

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The takeaway

This victory for Tellez keeps him in the mix at 154 pounds, an important step in his professional career as he looks to work his way up the rankings and potentially challenge for a title in the future.