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WBC Backs Ángel ‘Tashiro’ Fierro’s Rehab, Vows Post-Treatment Title Opportunity

The Mexican lightweight entered Hacienda Nueva Vida in Ecatepec after admitting alcohol-related issues plus anger management problems.

Overview

  • Fierro is a voluntary inpatient at Hacienda Nueva Vida with no defined discharge date, according to new reports from the visit.
  • Mauricio Sulaimán visited the facility and said the WBC will support Fierro through recovery and seek a world-title chance once treatment is completed.
  • The Tijuana boxing commission’s suspension of up to 12 months from the October 4 bout against Abraham Cordero remains in force.
  • Fierro, 27, acknowledged losing control in his last fight and said he is pursuing psychological help to stabilize his life and revive a 23-3-2 career.
  • Hacienda Nueva Vida, founded by Aarón Silva, has operated for 16 years, reports treating about 13,000 people, and uses boxing within its rehabilitation model.