Camila Zamorano Set for Second WBC Title Defense in Hermosillo
HERMOSILLO, Sonora, February 20, 2026 – Mexican boxing sensation Camila “La Magnífica” Zamorano is poised to defend her WBC female atomweight world title tomorrow, February 21, in her hometown. The 18-year-old champion, who made history as the youngest WBC titleholder, successfully made weight today alongside her challenger, Argentine fighter Claudia “C Cuatra” Ruiz.
Title Defense and Recent Developments
Zamorano (13-0-0, 1 KO) enters the ring this Saturday at the peak of her early career. During the official weigh-in held today, February 20, the champion tipped the scales at 102.7 pounds, while Ruiz weighed in at 101.8 pounds. This bout marks Zamorano’s second defense of the crown she captured on June 14, 2025, via a unanimous decision victory.
Community Recognition in Bahía de Kino
Just yesterday, February 19, 2026, the municipal government of Hermosillo honored the champion’s impact on the sport. Mayor Antonio Astiazarán Gutiérrez inaugurated a rehabilitated boxing gym in Bahía de Kino, officially naming the facility the “Camila Zamorano” gym. The event included the unveiling of a commemorative plaque and new lighting for the local stadium, highlighting Zamorano’s status as a local sporting icon.
The Road to the Championship
Zamorano turned professional at the age of 15 in her native Sonora, quickly amassing an 8-0 record within her first year. Her rise culminated in 2025 when she secured the vacant WBC atomweight title, etching her name into the history books as the youngest female boxer to win a WBC world title bout.
Key Facts
| Full Name | Camila Anae Zamorano Encinas |
|---|---|
| Alias | La Magnífica |
| Birth Date | December 26, 2007 |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Birth Place | Sonora, Mexico |
| Residence | Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico |
| Professional Record | 13-0-0 (1 KO) |
| Current Title | WBC Female Atomweight World Champion |
| Manager | Diego Adrian Soto |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Camila Zamorano’s next fight?
Camila Zamorano is scheduled to fight Claudia Verónica Ruiz tomorrow, Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Hermosillo, Sonora.
What is Camila Zamorano’s current boxing record?
As of February 20, 2026, she holds an undefeated professional record of 13 wins, 0 losses, and 1 knockout.
How old was Camila Zamorano when she won her first world title?
Zamorano became the youngest female in WBC history to win a world title bout, achieving the feat in June 2025 at the age of 17.
Where is the new gym named after her located?
The “Camila Zamorano” boxing gym was inaugurated on February 19, 2026, in Bahía de Kino, a coastal community in the municipality of Hermosillo, Sonora.