Ramon Cardenas

Professional Career

Ramon Cardenas began his professional boxing career on July 25, 2015, with a knockout victory against Jonathan Hernandez in Piedras Negras. This debut set the tone for a promising career ahead. Following this, he continued his winning streak, including a unanimous decision win over Porfirio Arellano on August 8, 2015, at the Event Center in San Antonio. Cardenas faced Lavale Wilson on January 16, 2016, at the International Center for Trade in Eagle Pass, securing a knockout victory in the first round. This early success was a precursor to a string of victories, including a notable win against Isau Duenez on May 28, 2016, at Cowboys Dance Hall in San Antonio, where he won by unanimous decision.

A significant bout in Cardenas’s career occurred on October 27, 2018, when he faced Ramsey Luna at the San Antonio Shrine Auditorium. Cardenas won by unanimous decision over ten rounds, capturing the vacant American Boxing Federation Inter-Continental Featherweight title. This victory showcased his skill and determination, further establishing him as a rising star in the sport. On August 14, 2021, Cardenas fought Marvin Solano at the Caribe Royale Orlando, winning by TKO in the third round. This victory was crucial in maintaining his momentum and showcasing his power and technical prowess. Another key victory came on July 9, 2022, when he defeated Michell Banquez by unanimous decision at the Alamodome in San Antonio, further solidifying his reputation in the super bantamweight division.

Cardenas’s performance peaked on September 15, 2023, when he faced the undefeated Rafael Pedroza at the Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio. Cardenas won by knockout in the second round, a victory that underscored his ability to compete at the highest levels. In 2024, Cardenas continued to build on his success. On February 16, he faced Israel Rodriguez Picazo at the Whitesands Events Center in Plant City, winning by retirement in the sixth round due to Rodriguez’s severely broken jaw. This victory earned Cardenas the vacant WBC FECARBOX Super Bantam title. Following this, on April 24, 2024, Cardenas fought Jesus Ramirez Rubio at the ProBox TV Events Center in Plant City, securing a knockout victory in the ninth round and capturing the vacant WBA Continental North America Super Bantam title. The bout was stopped at 1:37 of the ninth round by referee Frank Santore Jr., with Cardenas showcasing his dominance and skill.