Lerrone Richards vs Albert Ramirez

[wrighty]

It appears that Richards is fighting for the WBA interim vs Venezuelan puncher Ramirez on 5th FEBRUARY 2026. Ramirez is 22-0 with 19 kos. Richards has had one win at light heavy since being stopped by Steed Woodhall in a mild upset.

[Coco]

Never have I seen a fighter shoot himself in the foot so much by chopping and changing promoters

[wrighty]

If he wins I hope he knuckles down. He lost a good few years by refusing to fight that Russian chap on a canelo show in that ibo defense. Silly move. Had a year out and was going to fight for an English title in a sports center. I don't know the specifics. Maybe he was being messed about behind the scenes but it's a waste as he's a real talent and had some nice wins and momentum. Hopefully he does the job and can have a fight with Richards or someone

[Taansend]

Ramirez has looked to be a bit of a beast so far.

It feels like that since around 2010 Canada has had more top 175 fighters based there than anywhere else.

Could just be my imagination though.

[wrighty]

You're right. They poach a lot of other talent as well. Do you think Lerrone will be found wanting?

[Taansend]

You're right. They poach a lot of other talent as well. Do you think Lerrone will be found wanting?

I do. He might pull off an upset but I think he goes on the defensive & gets stopped, standing, late on.

The way Ramirez battered Pampelone was impressive.

[jameswilson]

[SeanBrennan]

Excellent boxer just now very watchable. Good look to him for the fight though. Who promotes him currently?