William Zepeda: Boxing Career and Notable Fights

In the world of professional boxing, few fighters have made as significant an impact in a short period as William Zepeda Segura, known by his nickname “Camaron.” Born on June 4, 1996, in San Mateo Atenco, Mexico, Zepeda has quickly risen through the ranks to become one of the most exciting prospects in the lightweight division. His journey from a small town in Mexico to the global boxing stage reflects his skill, determination, and the support of those around him.

William Zepeda’s boxing career

Zepeda’s professional boxing career began on November 14, 2015, with a third-round knockout victory against Alonso Salvatierra in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. This victory began a long unbeaten run that continued until his July 2025 challenge against Shakur Stevenson. Standing at 5 ft 9 in with a reach of 69+1⁄2 in, Zepeda’s physical attributes, combined with his southpaw stance, have given him an edge over many opponents.

Throughout his career, Zepeda has shown a remarkable ability to finish fights, with a significant number of his victories coming by way of knockout. His aggressive style and power have made him a fan favorite, as he consistently delivers exciting performances. Notably, Zepeda captured the vacant WBF Mexican lightweight title in October 2017, further establishing himself as a force within the division.

Zepeda’s relentless pursuit of greatness continued as he captured the vacant WBC FECARBOX Silver lightweight title in March 2019, showcasing his skill and determination. His victory over Hector Tanajara Jr. on July 9, 2021, for the vacant WBA Continental Americas lightweight title, was a significant milestone in his career, highlighting his readiness to compete at higher levels.

The year 2024 marked another significant achievement for Zepeda as he defeated Maxi Hughes via fourth-round RTD to win the WBA and IBF lightweight title eliminator. This victory not only showcased Zepeda’s dominant performance but also positioned him as a serious contender for world titles in the lightweight division.

Further career results

Zepeda won the WBC interim lightweight title by split decision over Tevin Farmer in Riyadh in November 2024, recovering from a fourth-round knockdown. He retained it by majority decision in their March 29, 2025 rematch in Cancún, with scores of 116–112, 115–113 and 114–114. His July 12 challenge against WBC champion Shakur Stevenson in New York ended in a unanimous-decision defeat. Stevenson received scores of 118–110 twice and 119–109, ending Zepeda’s unbeaten professional run.

Zepeda won the vacant full WBC lightweight world championship on August 1, 2026, defeating Lamont Roach Jr. by unanimous decision at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The judges scored it 118–110 and 117–111 twice. The WBC listed his record afterward as 34–1 with 27 knockout wins.

Sources

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