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Agrba Dominates Muñoz in Dubai Rematch to Win WBA Super-Lightweight Eliminator

The unanimous decision positions him to challenge WBA champion Gary Antuanne Russell.

Overview

  • Agrba defeated Muñoz by unanimous decision with scorecards of 117-111, 119-109 and 120-108 at the Duty Free Tennis Stadium in Dubai.
  • One judge scored it 120-108 for Agrba, highlighting a sweep that contrasted sharply with Muñoz’s second-round knockout win in July in Ekaterinburg.
  • The fight was an official AMB/WBA eliminator that awards the winner a pathway to the super-lightweight world title.
  • Muñoz, who came in ranked No. 2 by the WBA, returns to Argentina facing a setback widely described by local media as a major disappointment.
  • Agrba is now in line for a potential shot at titleholder Gary Antuanne Russell, subject to sanctioning and bout arrangements.