Undefeated super-middleweight contender Diego Pacheco suffered the first defeat of his professional career on November 14 at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, losing a unanimous decision to Darius Fulghum, boxen1.com reported.
Fulghum used his jab effectively from the opening bell to disrupt Pacheco’s rhythm and keep the 25-year-old on the defensive. A cut opened under Pacheco’s right eye in the third round, adding to the challenger’s control throughout the bout.
Judges scored the bout 115-112 twice and 114-113 for Fulghum. The victory earned Fulghum the WBC Silver and WBO International super-middleweight titles, rebounding from his sole career loss against Bektemir Melikuziev in 2025.
Pacheco contract includes a rematch clause for 2027
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed that Pacheco’s contract includes a rematch clause. Pacheco expressed interest in a second bout following the loss, which could materialize in 2027.
“A rematch could thus take place in 2027,” boxen1.com reported.
Fight card results
Charlie Sheehy defeated Jose Matias Romero by unanimous decision with three identical 100-90 scorecards. David Adeleye also took a unanimous decision over Alexander Flores by 100-89 after dropping Flores in the third round.
What titles did Darius Fulghum win and how were scorecards divided?
What titles did Darius Fulghum win against Diego Pacheco?
Fulghum captured the WBC Silver and WBO International super-middleweight titles with his unanimous decision victory.
How were the judges’ scorecards divided in the main event?
Two judges scored the bout 115-112 and a third scored it 114-113, all in favor of Darius Fulghum.
When might the rematch between Pacheco and Fulghum happen?
Promoter Eddie Hearn indicated that a contractual rematch could take place in 2027.