ProBox TV CEO Garry Jonas on Lester Martinez’s Rise & Road to March 21 WBC Interim Title Fight

Sunday | Mar 1, 2026

In today’s BoxingScene Today, we sit down with Garry Jonas to unpack the journey that has led Lester Martinez to his WBC interim world title fight on March 21, 2026 in California. This isn’t just another contender story — it’s a rise marked by momentum, resilience, and strategic promotion.

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