Alexis Araiza Mones Stuns Ebanie Bridges With Dominant
Alexis Araiza Mones delivered the breakout performance of her professional career, outboxing and outworking former IBF bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges to earn a unanimous decision victory with scores of 80–72, 78–74, 78–74. The upset win opened the main card of the Serrano vs. Tellez event at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
BoxingScene reported that Mones “dominated former IBF bantamweight titleholder Bridges in an upset unanimous decision,” showcasing superior boxing skills, sharper timing, and cleaner combinations throughout the eight‑round bout.
Round 1–2: Mones Establishes Control Early
From the opening bell, Mones used her jab and footwork to keep Bridges off balance. The Australian pressed forward, but Mones’ cleaner counters and lateral movement prevented her from finding rhythm.
BoxingScene noted that Mones “used her superior boxing skills to keep the aggressive Bridges off balance,” setting the tone for the rest of the fight.
Round 3: The Overhand Right That Shifted Momentum
The third round marked the first major turning point. Mones began sitting down on her punches, landing a series of power shots — including a sharp overhand right that stopped Bridges in her tracks.
According to BoxingScene, Mones “rocked Bridges with an overhand right” as she started to put combinations together with confidence.
Round 4–6: Bridges Pushes Forward, Mones Answers With Precision
Bridges attempted to rally in the middle rounds, walking through shots to apply pressure. But every advance came at a cost. Mones’ combinations, body work, and disciplined defense consistently beat Bridges to the punch.
LowKick MMA highlighted that Bridges “struggled to shake off the ring rust” and repeatedly absorbed clean right hands as Mones maintained control.
Round 7–8: Mones Closes the Show With Authority
Sensing the fight was hers to win, Mones met Bridges in center ring during the final rounds, trading punches and refusing to give ground. Even as Bridges tried to force a late firefight, Mones’ accuracy and composure sealed the victory.
BoxingScene emphasized that “with the outcome already sealed, Mones did not step off the gas pedal in the eighth round,” matching Bridges shot‑for‑shot to punctuate the performance.
A Career‑Changing Victory
With the win, Mones improves to 4‑2‑1 (1 KO), securing the biggest victory of her career and positioning herself for future opportunities at bantamweight. The 35‑year‑old Texan, a former National Golden Gloves champion, proved she is far more than a spoiler — she is a legitimate contender.
Bridges, now 9‑3 (4 KOs), returned to the ring for the first time since 2023 and showed toughness throughout, but struggled to overcome Mones’ timing, conditioning, and ring IQ.
Final Thoughts
Alexis Araiza Mones didn’t just upset a former world champion — she announced herself as a force in the division.
Sharper.
Busier.
Better on the night.
A unanimous decision that wasn’t just deserved — it was undeniable.
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