For hours a day, the 21-year-old Jesus Mercado Cabrera would sharpen his skills in a small cyan-painted room. His only aim– return to his previous form, where he won back-to-back fights after his debut in September 2021. With his grit, dedication, and love for boxing, the Sonora-native got the name “Rafaguita,” which loosely translates to “little gust.” And that, he sure was. While he would take his time to get his opponent in the right place, he would quickly set himself for success with a flurry of hooks and combos.

That’s exactly what brought him seven wins in the early stages of his professional career. However, his momentum slowed with a split-decision draw in mid-2022. Although he rebounded with another knockout victory, his career soon took a downward turn. His form s

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