In a thrilling rematch held on March 29, 2025, William "Camarón" Zepeda showcased his boxing prowess by defeating Tevin Farmer by majority decision at the Poliforum Benito Juárez in Cancún, Mexico. The judges scored the bout 114-114, 116-112, and 115-113, marking Zepeda's second consecutive victory over Farmer, who he previously defeated in November 2024.
This highly anticipated fight, organized by Golden Boy Promotions and Cancún Boxing, saw Zepeda successfully defend his interim lightweight title from the World Boxing Council (WBC), which he had captured during their first encounter in Saudi Arabia. The atmosphere in the arena was electric, with a packed crowd cheering for the Mexican fighter as he aimed to solidify his position as a contender for a WBC title shot against Shakur Stevenson.
From the opening bell, Zepeda, a 28-year-old southpaw, displayed relentless pressure and an aggressive body attack that set the tone for the match. He dominated the early rounds, utilizing his jab effectively and landing powerful combinations that left Farmer on the defensive. The fifth round was particularly intense, as Zepeda nearly stopped Farmer with a barrage of body shots that had the American fighter reeling against the ropes. Only the sound of the bell saved Farmer from further punishment.
Despite facing adversity, including an apparent left hand injury in the first round, Farmer showed resilience and fought back, particularly in the later rounds. The 34-year-old former champion from Philadelphia landed several uppercuts that momentarily shifted momentum in his favor. Farmer's strategy involved boxing on his toes and attempting to counter Zepeda's aggression, but the Mexican fighter's output proved too much to handle.
"I didn't take this fight because I beat him the first time; I took this fight because it was a test," Zepeda stated after the match. "I knew he was difficult the first time, and he was even more difficult this time. I thank him for giving me the opportunity, and I'm very grateful we had 22 rounds together."
As the fight progressed, both fighters began to tire, but Zepeda maintained his focus and continued to apply pressure. Farmer, who had been knocked down in their previous encounter, managed to stay on his feet this time, but he struggled to keep pace with Zepeda's high volume of punches. The crowd erupted in applause as Zepeda closed the fight strong, landing significant shots in the final rounds.
Ultimately, the judges awarded the fight to Zepeda, who improved his record to 33-0, with 27 of those victories coming by knockout. Farmer's record fell to 33-8-1 with 8 KOs. After the fight, Farmer expressed his respect for Zepeda, acknowledging his toughness and output. "Nothing against Zepeda; he's a fighter. If you can't keep up with his output and you can't hurt him back, he will pressure you," Farmer remarked.
In the co-main event, Puerto Rican boxer Óscar Collazo retained his minimum weight titles from the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and World Boxing Association (WBA) by knocking out Edwin Cano in the fifth round. Collazo's powerful hooks proved too much for Cano, who was unable to recover after being floored by a body shot that ended the fight. With this victory, Collazo improved his record to 12-0 with 9 KOs, while Cano fell to 13-3-1 with 4 KOs.
The fight card also featured several other exciting matchups, including bouts between Robin Safar and Roberto Silva, Yokasta Valle and Marlen Esparza, and Joselito Velázquez against Adolfo Castillo, among others. Fans were treated to a night filled with action as they witnessed the skills and determination of some of the best fighters in the sport.
As Zepeda continues to build his legacy in the lightweight division, his performance against Farmer has solidified his status as a top contender. With eyes now set on a potential title shot, boxing enthusiasts are eager to see what the future holds for the talented Mexican fighter. Will he secure a championship belt in the near future? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: William Zepeda is a force to be reckoned with in the world of boxing.
