Michel la “Zarza” Rivera returns to the ring on September 12th against Mexican Nestor Luna

Santo Domingo.- The outstanding Dominican pugilist Michel “La Zarza” will return to the ring on the 12th of this month to face the experienced Mexican boxer Nestor Luna in the framework of an attractive evening that will take place in the Karate Pavilion of the Centro Olímpico Juan Pablo Duarte and that is being organized by the company Shuan Boxing. Rivera and Luna will fight at a distance of 10 rounds in the junior welterweight division (140 pounds) and will occupy the stellar turn of the event which includes 9 other fights. Dominican Rivera has a professional record of 26 wins with 14 knockouts and only one loss, while Luna has a record of 10 wins, 7 knockouts, one draw and four losses. The Mexican has never been knocked out. A great expectation has been caused among the Dominican fans by the return of the “Zarza” Rivera, who is considered one of the main figures of boxing in the Dominican Republic.

It is recalled that the “Zarza” in his last fight held in the United States on July 27, 2024, defeated the Argentinian Hugo Roldan by decision.

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When talking about his fight against the Mexican Nestor Luna, Rivera stated that it is a fight of great importance because it will be the first after a year and two months without stepping into the ring.

“This fight is very important to me because it will be the first after a long absence, I know that my opponent is coming with the intention of beating me, Luna, like every Mexican, is a warrior and I cannot underestimate him in any way”, Rivera pointed out from his training camp in Las Vegas, Nevada.

When talking about his preparation, the “Zarza” Rivera said that he has made the best of his career this time, under the guidance of the experienced Cuban coach Ismael Salas. He highlighted that for a period of 2 months he has been working with Salas and a team of professionals, among whom he mentioned the former boxer Thomas Dulorme. He also added that he has been preparing alongside the current middleweight (160 pounds) world champion, Carlos “Caballo Bronco” Adames, who has helped him a lot with his wise advice and work ethic.

“It has been a 100% preparation, working alongside Ismael Salas and people like Dulorme has been wonderful. I have learned a lot and the entire Dominican people and the world will realize it on the 12th”, Rivera specified.

Regarding his future plans, he said that for now, the only thing on his mind is the idea of convincingly defeating Mexican Nestor Luna on the 12th. However, I anticipate that after the victory against Luna, he will focus on seeking all the universal titles of the 140-pound division.