Overview

• Paro inflicted a deep cut on Navarro’s nose in the fifth round, landing a decisive left hook that led the American’s corner to stop the fight.
• The stoppage win improved Paro’s record to 26-1 and was his first fight in Australia since 2022.
• He expressed his determination to avenge his December loss to Richardson Hitchins and to become a two-time world champion.
• Possible next opponents include top-ranked contenders Teofimo Lopez, Ryan Garcia and Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.
• The event was broadcast live on Foxtel’s Main Event and Kayo Sports and featured undercard victories from Liam Wilson, Callum Peters and Kirra Ruston.