Miller vs Pero: Winner Fights for WBA Heavyweight Title

Jarrell Miller and Lenier Pero fight on Saturday, April 25. The winner will get a chance to fight for the WBA heavyweight title. This is a big chance for both boxers.
By Newsroom | Boxing, Sports |

Jarrell Miller and Lenier Pero are set to face off on Saturday, April 25, in a heavyweight bout billed as a World Boxing Association (WBA) title eliminator. The fight will take place at the BleauLive Theater, Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The winner positions themselves for a shot at the WBA heavyweight championship.

The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT in the United States, with the main event ring walks approximated for 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT. Live streaming will be available globally via DAZN.

Fight Details and Undercard

The heavyweight clash between Miller, who holds a record of 27 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws with 22 knockouts, and the undefeated Cuban Lenier Pero (13-0, 8 KOs) is slated for 12 rounds.

The undercard features several bouts across different weight classes:

  • Super Bantamweight: Angel Barrientes (14-1, 9 KOs) vs. Isaac Rojas Garcia (18-0-1, 12 KOs) - 10 rounds

  • Lightweight: Alan Abel Chaves (21-0, 18 KOs) vs. Miguel Madueno (31-4, 28 KOs) - 10 rounds

  • Super Welterweight: Freudis Rojas (15-0, 11 KOs) vs. Damian Sosa (26-3, 13 KOs) - 10 rounds

  • Super Welterweight: Nishant Dev (5-0, 3 KOs) vs. Juan Carlos Guerra Jr (6-2-1, 2 KOs) - 8 rounds

  • Bantamweight: Phillip Vela (5-0, 2 KOs) vs. Edwin Rodriguez (12-10-3, 5 KOs) - 6 rounds

Background and Context

Jarrell Miller makes his return to the ring after a split decision victory over Kingsley Ibeh in January. This follows a majority draw with Andy Ruiz Jr. in his prior outing. Lenier Pero remains undefeated, with his most recent victories coming via unanimous decisions against Jordan Thompson and Detrailous Webster, and a first-round TKO over Donnie Palmer.

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Pero is currently ranked number two by the WBA, positioned behind "super" champion Oleksandr Usyk and "regular" titlist Murat Gassiev. This fight serves as a critical step for both fighters in the division's hierarchy.

The event is scheduled to take place at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, with doors opening at 2:30 p.m. local time. Different time zones globally will experience the fight at various times, with early morning broadcasts for locations like London (1 a.m. BST Sunday) and later broadcasts in Australia (10 a.m. AEST Sunday).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the Jarrell Miller vs Lenier Pero fight?
The fight is on Saturday, April 25. The broadcast starts at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, with the main fight expected around 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT.
Q: Where is the Jarrell Miller vs Lenier Pero fight happening?
The fight is at the BleauLive Theater, Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. local time.
Q: What is the main prize for winning the Miller vs Pero fight?
The winner of this fight will get a chance to compete for the World Boxing Association (WBA) heavyweight championship.
Q: What are the fight records for Jarrell Miller and Lenier Pero?
Jarrell Miller has 27 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws, with 22 knockouts. Lenier Pero is undefeated with 13 wins and 8 knockouts.
Q: How can I watch the Miller vs Pero fight if I am outside the US?
The fight will be streamed live around the world on DAZN. For example, it will be early Sunday morning in London and Sunday morning in Australia.