On the night of 30 March in the United States, a boxing night took place in which former world champion in two weight categories fight Liam Wilson for the interim WBO super-featherweight title.
The confrontation ended with Valdes winning by technical knockout in the seventh round.
I want to be an example — in boxing, you might lose, in life you might lose, but it’s an obligation to come back stronger. If I fall on the canvas, I’m going to get up and continue my path and my dream. That means anybody can do it.
Oscar Valdez
Valdez, 33, had his previous fight in August 2023, losing to Emanuel Navarrete by unanimous decision. He has 32 wins (24 by knockout) and two losses. The 28-year-old Wilson has 13 wins (seven by knockout) and three losses.