Mayelli Flores, fresh off a dramatic undisputed championship bout with Ellie Scotney, has officially entered the roster of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). In the same event, Irma Garcia—who secured a knockout victory over Emma Dolan to retain the IBF super‑flyweight crown—also announced her partnership with MVP. These two signings join a growing stable that already includes unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermúdez (holding the WBO, WBA and IBF belts), Mexican WBC light‑flyweight champion Lourdes Juárez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims.
Flores hails from Mexico City and is a former WBA super‑bantamweight world champion. The 4‑foot‑11‑inch fighter turned professional in 2014 and quickly earned a reputation for relentless pressure and a high‑volume punching style. Early in her career she earned a narrow loss in a world‑title challenge against Yulihan Luna, but she rebounded by defeating Nazarena Romero via split decision in Kissimmee, Florida, to capture the WBA 122‑pound title in May of last year.
Known for her durability, stamina and willingness to trade punches in the center of the ring, the 33‑year‑old proudly represents Mexico as she climbs the ranks of the sport’s elite. Flores made her MVP debut on the inaugural MVPW‑01 card, where she faced Ellie Scotney in a double‑main‑event showdown for the undisputed world title. The fight was an instant classic, showcasing Flores’s signature aggression and technical skill.
Her performance, combined with her recent contract, signals a new chapter for both her career and for MVP’s expanding women’s‑boxing division. Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia brings a unique blend of professional experience to the ring.
Outside the ropes she works as an attorney, a police officer, and a member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City. Inside the ring she is a two‑time world champion, having previously captured the WBA bantamweight title at 118 pounds and now defending the IBF super‑flyweight belt. Garcia’s most recent defense came against top‑ranked challenger Emma Dolan on the MVPW‑01 main card, where she knocked Dolan down twice before stopping her in the third round via TKO. After the victory, Garcia praised MVP, saying, "I feel very happy for this great opportunity that Most Valuable Promotions has given us.
Without a doubt, being part of their roster of fighters helps position me to establish myself among the best in the world, and I know that with their support we will achieve the world title unification. Thank you, MVP, for believing in my discipline, talent, and experience. We're going to keep making history." The influx of talent underscores MVP’s strategic push to become the premier global home for women’s boxing.
Co‑founders Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul highlighted the significance of the signings, stating, "Evelin, Lourdes, Irma, Mayelli, Brittany, and Roxy represent the pillars of MVP, as reigning world champions, top‑ranked contenders, and next‑generation stars. Together, these signings mark a major step forward in cementing MVP as the global home of women's boxing.
By deepening our investment in Argentina, Mexico, and the US, we're not only building a roster of elite talent, but also creating the matchups fans want to see, elevating the sport on a global scale." MVP’s plan includes a series of high‑profile events that will showcase these champions. Lourdes Juárez is slated to make her promotional debut on the quadruple‑championship main card at MVPW‑03, scheduled for Saturday, May 30.
This event will feature multiple title fights across weight classes, further solidifying MVP’s commitment to delivering compelling women's boxing content. Beyond the immediate fights, the signings reflect a broader trend in the sport: the increasing visibility and commercial viability of women’s boxing.
By aligning with a high‑profile promoter like Jake Paul, fighters such as Flores and Garcia gain access to larger audiences, better production values, and more lucrative sponsorship opportunities. This, in turn, helps attract new fans and encourages other promoters to invest in women’s divisions. For viewers, MVP recommends using the Chrome browser to ensure the best video playback experience, a note that appears on several of their event pages. The organization also promotes ancillary content, including the weekly "Toe2Toe" podcast and a curated selection of boxing highlights and videos, all designed to keep fans engaged year‑round.
In summary, the recent contracts with Mayelli Flores and Irma Garcia signal a decisive moment for MVP and for women’s boxing as a whole. With a roster that now includes multiple world champions and top contenders from Mexico, Argentina and the United States, MVP is positioning itself as the go‑to platform for elite female fighters seeking global exposure.
The upcoming MVPW‑03 card promises to deliver more historic moments, as the promotion continues to build a compelling narrative around its champions and the sport’s future.