Overview

• Oscar Duarte and hometown favorite Kenneth Sims Jr meet in a 12-round super lightweight main event at Chicago’s Credit Union 1 Arena with the bout streaming live on DAZN and ring walks expected around 11 p.m. ET.
• Ranked fifth and fourth by the WBA, the two former national champions are fighting for a win that could earn them a shot at a world title.
• Duarte enters on a three-fight winning streak since his 2023 defeat to Ryan Garcia, while Sims Jr has won nine straight with eight knockouts.
• Bet365 lists Duarte as the 20-33 favorite against Sims Jr at 27-20, reflecting market expectations for the matchup.
• Regis Prograis meets Joseph Pedroza Diaz Jr in the co-main event of the Golden Boy Promotions card streamed live on DAZN.