According to CompuBox stats, Martin out-landed Rivera 174 to 67. His defensive prowess was equally impressive, holding Rivera to single-digit punch counts in every round.
Martin , an undefeated southpaw, utilized superior hand speed and precision from the opening bell. He effectively neutralized Rivera’s reach advantage by slipping inside and landing sharp combinations while nullifying Rivera's signature jab. Boks: Rivera vs Martin
On December 17, 2022, delivered a career-defining performance by defeating the previously unbeaten Michel Rivera in a 12-round WBA Lightweight Title Eliminator at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. According to CompuBox stats, Martin out-landed Rivera 174
What was expected to be a competitive "50-50" matchup between two rising stars became a one-sided masterclass by Martin. Fight Summary Fight Summary Martin won a wide unanimous decision
Martin won a wide unanimous decision with scores of 120-107, 118-109, and 117-110 .