Boxing Match Preview: Emiliano Vargas (16-0-0, 13 KOs) vs. Agustin Ezequiel Quintana (22-2-1, 13 KOs)

Time: Main card starts ~8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT (ring walks for this bout likely 9:00–10:00 PM ET, depending on undercard flow)
Venue: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona (Phoenix metro area)
Broadcast/Streaming: DAZN (live in US, UK, and select international territories; subscription required)

Bout Details: 10 rounds, super lightweight (140 lbs / junior welterweight). On the line: NABF Junior Super Lightweight title and WBO Latino Super Lightweight title (Vargas challenging for both). Part of the Emanuel Navarrete vs. Eduardo Nunez junior lightweight unification main event card promoted by Top Rank.

This undercard attraction (often billed near co-feature status) pits rising U.S. prospect Emiliano “El General” Vargas—son of former two-division world champion Fernando Vargas and The Ring Magazine’s 2025 Prospect of the Year—against battle-tested Argentine veteran Agustin “Sugar” Quintana. Vargas seeks to maintain his perfect record and add regional belts, while Quintana aims for a massive upset against a hyped contender in a tough Arizona venue friendly to Mexican-American fighters.

Fighter Matchups / Styles Breakdown

Emiliano “El General” Vargas (21 years old, Oxnard, CA / Las Vegas resident | Orthodox | Height: 5’9″ / Reach: 72″)

Explosive power puncher with elite finishing rate (81% KO ratio).
Strong amateur background, heavy hands (especially right cross/body shots), high work rate, and improving defense. Trains under father Fernando Vargas.
Style: Aggressive forward pressure with knockout intent; thrives in exchanges but shows composure in longer bouts.

Agustin “Sugar” Ezequiel Quintana (29 years old, San Francisco Solano, Buenos Aires, Argentina | Orthodox | Height: ~5’8½”)

Durable, high-volume orthodox fighter with solid chin and experience against prospects.
Proven spoiler: handed undefeated Marc Castro his first loss in Dec 2024 (decision win).
Style: Come-forward pressure, good jab, body work; absorbs shots well but has been stopped once (KO by Juan Javier Carrasco in 2023). Brings veteran savvy and toughness.

Key Clash: Vargas’ youth, power, reach edge, and momentum vs. Quintana’s experience, durability, and upset potential. Expect high-volume exchanges—Vargas pushes pace early, Quintana looks to survive and counter. Classic prospect-vs-veteran test; could stay competitive if Quintana weathers storm, but Vargas’ KO power favored in Arizona crowd.

Recent Form

Vargas (undefeated streak intact):

Nov 2025: UD/W vs. Jonathan Montrel (dominant decision).
Jul 2025: Win vs. Alexander Espinoza.
May 2025: Win vs. Juan Leon.
Strong 2025: 4-0 with multiple stoppages; named Prospect of the Year by The Ring. Entering 2026 fresh and motivated for family legacy in Arizona.

Quintana (mixed but spoiler cred):

Dec 2024: UD win vs. Marc Castro (13-0 at time; major upset).
Dec 2025: Win vs. Walter Cordoba.
Oct 2024: Win vs. Martin Orlando (recent activity).
Career: Competitive in most bouts; only 2 losses (one KO), 1 draw. Always dangerous live dog.

Fight History / Head-to-Head

No prior meetings. Vargas has faced solid but lesser-known opposition en route to rankings (WBO #7, WBA #9 super lightweight). Quintana has more pro rounds (123+ career) and tougher matchmaking, including wins over prospects. Head-to-head trends: Vargas dominates similar-level foes; Quintana capable of grinding decisions or surviving to late rounds.

Injury Report

No reported injuries for either fighter (as of late Feb 24-25, 2026). Both confirmed in camp and making weight (140 lbs). Vargas has been training intensely with father Fernando; Quintana traveled healthy. Monitor weigh-in (Feb 27) for any last-minute issues, but full strength expected.

Betting Trends

Trends:
- Vargas: Massive favorite in recent bouts; high KO rate (13/16 wins); Arizona crowds boost Mexican-American fighters.
- Quintana: Strong underdog performer (upset Castro); 3 of last 5 decisions; durable but vulnerable to power.
- Card context: Top Rank/DAZN events favor favorites in prospect spots; super lightweight bouts often end inside distance.

FIGHT ODDS

Emiliano Vargas – 800

Agustin Ezequiel Quintana + 550

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, February 26, 2026