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Karely Ruiz vs. Kim Shantal Set for Supernova Génesis After Villalobos Withdraws

The late switch spotlights contract fights that now shape Mexico's influencer boxing.

Overview

  • Supernova Génesis confirmed Karely Ruiz as Kim Shantal's opponent for April 26 at Arena México with a Netflix stream starting at 7 p.m. Central Time.
  • The matchup changed after Lupita Villalobos pulled out for medical reasons following a diagnosis of a subdural hematoma.
  • Tensions rose at the official face-off when Kim Shantal called Ruiz a hypocrite and an opportunist.
  • Ruiz told reporters she resolved a contract issue with Ring Royale and said she owes Poncho de Nigris nothing.
  • Hours after those comments, Poncho de Nigris warned he could take legal action, highlighting how promoter contracts can collide when influencers move between boxing events.