New York - Juanmita Lopez De Jesus had a picture-perfect debut at The Theater in New York's Madison Square Garden. In just over a minute, he got rid of Bryan Santiago (1-2-1). Once his left hand connected, Santiago was unaware of his surroundings. He laid flat on his back during the count and failed to make it back to his feet.
The welterweight division is about as bloodthirsty as it gets. Rohan Polanco though, is determined to make a name for himself.
Jean Carlos Torres was considered a significant step up in competition. At least he was supposed to be. Once the opening bell rang, Polanco (15-0, 10 KOs) took the center of the ring and waited for his opponent to meet him. Torres (22-2, 17 KOs) attempted to stand and hold his ground but a quick one-two saw him hit the mat.
He struggled to get back to his feet but once he did, he was met by a violent barrage. With the final few seconds ticking off the clock, Torres held on for dear life. In the second, Polanco picked up exactly where he left off. In just the first few seconds, he sent Torres back to the mat. A few moments later, a brave Torres continued to fight but a three-punch combination staggered him once again, forcing the referee to step in and call things off.