As the year rounds out, the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino is all set to light up with the thrill of a local hero stepping into the ring. On a night destined to be remembered, Cathedral City’s own Jose “Tito” Sanchez, who proudly wears the WBC Super Bantamweight Continental Latino Champion’s belt, is gearing up for a significant fight against Walter Santibañes hailing from Phoenix, Arizona.
This 10-rounder promises fireworks, with fans witnessing the collision of two driven fighters, and it’s all happening live on DAZN.
Now, if you want to be ringside, soaking in the excitement, your chance is knocking. Tickets hit the market sharp at 10:00 am PT on November 8, 2023. You’ve got options to fit your fancy and your wallet, starting from a reasonable $35 to a prime $65, not counting those pesky little fees. Grab your spot at FantasySpringsResort.com or through Golden Boy Promotions’ own digital spot.
Sanchez, a fighter with an unblemished record, isn’t just riding a wave of wins; he’s on a high-speed chase towards a world title. And with Joel Diaz, a coach with a golden touch in his corner, he’s been unstoppable. The memory of him clinching his current title with a show-stopping technical knockout is still fresh, and now he’s primed to bring that same fervor to his home turf.
Sanchez, brimming with the thrill of fighting before his home crowd, acknowledges the platform Miguel Cotto and Golden Boy have set for him, all while keeping an eye on Santibañes, who’s no stranger to turning the tables when least expected.
Santibañes, on the flip side, is no stranger to challenges. Fresh off a win that had the fans on their feet, he’s coming into Sanchez’s backyard with intentions to flip the script once more. With the taste of an underdog triumph still lingering, he’s gunning for a repeat performance.
Weights:
Jose Sanchez 124.8 vs. Walter SANTIBAnES 124.4
Eric Priest 161.4 vs. Paul Mendez 160
Jorge Chavez 123.6 vs. Jerson Ortiz 123.8
Ricardo Ruvalcaba 141.6 vs. Irvin Macias 142
Justin Figueroa 153.4 vs. Jerome Clayton 154
Fabian Guzman 155 vs. Rueben Johnson 153
Sanchez vs. Santibanes Fight Information
Date and Start Time: The Sanchez vs. Santibanes fight is scheduled for Thursday, December 14. It starts at 9 p.m. ET / 2 a.m. UK (Friday), with the main event ringwalks anticipated around 11 p.m. ET / 4 a.m. UK (Friday). Keep in mind these times might shift depending on the duration of the undercard fights.
Can I watch Sanchez vs. Santibanes on DAZN?
Yes, the fight will be streamed live on DAZN in over 200 countries. You can subscribe to DAZN here. However, viewers in Argentina, Chile, and Colombia need to download the DAZN app from the Apple App Store or Android Google Play store to sign up, instead of using a web browser.
Supported Devices for DAZN:
DAZN is available on a wide range of devices, including:
- Mobile: iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, Amazon Fire tablet
- TV & Streaming Devices: Amazon Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, LG Smart TV, Smartcast, Panasonic Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, Philips, Roku, Vestel, Vizio
- Game Consoles: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Venue: The fight is taking place at the Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California.
Fighter Records and Bios:
- Jose Sanchez (American): Born January 14, 1999, 5′ 5″ tall, reach N/A, total of 11 fights with an 11-0 record (7 KOs).
- Walter Santibanes (American): Born November 25, 1990, height N/A, reach N/A, total of 14 fights with a 12-2 record (2 KOs).
Undercard Fights:
- Jose Sanchez vs. Walter Santibanes; Super Bantamweight
- Eric Priest vs. Paul Mendez; Middleweight
- Jorge Chavez vs. Jerson Ortiz; Featherweight
- Ricardo Ruvalcaba vs. Irvin Macias; Super Lightweight
- Justin Figueroa vs. Jerome Clayton; Light Middleweight
- Fabian Guzman vs. Rueben Johnson; Light Middleweight