Boxing Match Preview: Eumir Marcial (5-0-0, 3 KOs) vs. Alexis Gaytan (17-10-0, 6 KOs)

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
Division: Middleweight (160 lbs)
Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video PPV | Preliminary Card

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Eumir Marcial	Alexis Gaytan
Record	5-0-0 (3 KOs)	17-10-0 (6 KOs)
Age	29	30
Height	5′8″ (173 cm)	5′11″ (180 cm)
Weight Class	Middleweight (160 lbs)	Middleweight (160 lbs)
Stance	Southpaw	Orthodox
Nationality	Philippines	United States

Marcial, an Olympic bronze medalist and rising Filipino star, returns to the ring after a year-long hiatus. Gaytan, a seasoned American veteran, brings experience and grit into what could be Marcial’s toughest pro test yet.

Style Breakdown & Fight Analysis

Eumir Marcial

Known for explosive body shots and Olympic-level technique

Trains under MP Promotions and alongside Manny Pacquiao

Last fought in March 2024, scoring a KO win over Thoedsak Sinam

Strengths: Ring IQ, timing, and composure under pressure

Weakness: Limited pro experience and long layoff

Alexis Gaytan

Veteran of 27 fights with a rugged, come-forward style

Riding a two-fight win streak with victories in Colombia and Mexico

Strengths: Durability, volume punching, and experience

Weakness: Inconsistent defense and vulnerable to southpaw angles

Marcial will look to control the pace with sharp counters and footwork, while Gaytan will aim to press the action and test Marcial’s conditioning.

How to Watch

Platform: Amazon Prime Video PPV

Start Time: 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT

Estimated Ringwalk: ~8:45 PM ET / 5:45 PM PT

Price: $79.95 (U.S.)

Marcial’s technical edge and body attack should wear Gaytan down by the middle rounds. Expect Gaytan to show heart, but Marcial’s precision and hunger for a statement win will likely be the difference.