William Zepeda and Tevin Farmer are set to face off again in a rematch for the Interim WBC Lightweight Championship. The fight will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. ET in Cancun, Mexico.
Their first encounter in November 2024 was one of the best fights of the year. Zepeda came out on top with a split decision victory after 10 rounds. That fight marked the end of Zepeda's impressive 13-fight knockout streak and was his first decision win since 2020.
Farmer, despite not being the favorite, put up a strong performance in their first bout. He's the only fighter to take Zepeda to a decision in nearly five years. Since then, Farmer has been busy in the ring. He's won three out of his last five fights, with his most recent victory coming against Avery Sparrow in October 2024. Farmer stopped Sparrow in the seventh round by technical knockout.
Zepeda enters the rematch as the heavy favorite and the champion. He's looking to cement his status in the division and hopes to unify titles in the future. His relentless style proved uncomfortable for Farmer in their first meeting.
The rematch will be a 12-round affair, up from the 10 rounds of their previous fight. This extension could play into Zepeda's hands, as he's known for wearing down his opponents over time.
Farmer will rely on his experience to try and turn the tables this time around. He'll need to find a way to neutralize Zepeda's pressure and land more consistently to sway the judges.
The extended rounds should leave no doubt about the winner this time. Both fighters will have more time to implement their strategies and showcase their skills.
This rematch promises plenty of excitement for boxing fans. The Poliforum Benito Juarez in Cancun will be the stage for what could be another memorable battle between these two talented lightweights.
