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Vergil Ortiz Denies Lubin Fight, Eyes Zayas Showdown

8/16/2025

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. refuted rumors of a fight with Erickson Lubin on October 18, 2025, confirming no deal is in place.
Ortiz is interested in fighting WBO champion Xander Zayas, who dismissed Ortiz's offer but is open to a match in Puerto Rico.
Lubin, the mandatory challenger, has not competed since a disputed victory in 2023.

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. refuted rumors of a fight with Erickson Lubin on October 18, 2025, confirming no deal is in place.
Ortiz is interested in fighting WBO champion Xander Zayas, who dismissed Ortiz's offer but is open to a match in Puerto Rico.
Lubin, the mandatory challenger, has not competed since a disputed victory in 2023.