Mayelli Flores, fresh off an electrifying undisputed championship bout with Ellie Scotney, has officially joined Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). The move comes alongside fellow Mexican champion Irma Garcia, who recently retained her IBF super‑flyweight belt by stopping Emma Dolan on the same card, and a group of other top‑tier fighters who have also signed with the burgeoning promoter. Among those new signees are unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermúdez, WBC light‑flyweight titleholder Lourdes Juárez from Mexico, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims.
Flores, a former WBA super‑bantamweight world champion hailing from Mexico City, stands just 4'11" tall but packs a relentless, high‑pressure style that has earned her a reputation for overwhelming opponents with volume punching. She turned pro in 2014 and quickly built a résumé that includes a razor‑thin world title challenge against Yulihan Luna early in her career.
In May of last year, Flores captured the WBA 122‑pound crown by edging Nazarena Romero in a split‑decision victory in Kissimmee, Florida. The 33‑year‑old is celebrated for her durability, stamina, and willingness to trade punches in the pocket, qualities that have made her a proud representative of Mexican boxing on the world stage. Her MVP debut came at the inaugural MVPW‑01 event, where she faced Ellie Scotney in a double‑main‑event showdown for the undisputed world title. The fight lived up to its billing, delivering an instant classic that highlighted Flores’s aggressive approach and her ability to absorb and return fire at a blistering pace.
The bout not only reinforced her status among the sport’s elite but also underscored MVP’s commitment to showcasing top‑level women’s boxing. Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia, another high‑profile addition to MVP, brings a unique blend of professional experience inside and outside the ring.
In addition to being a practicing attorney and a police officer with the Secretariat of Citizen Security of Mexico City, Garcia has claimed two world titles: the WBA bantamweight crown at 118 pounds and the current IBF super‑flyweight belt. Her most recent defense came against the mandatory challenger Emma Dolan on the MVPW‑01 card, where she knocked Dolan down twice before securing a third‑round TKO. Garcia expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "I feel very happy for this great opportunity that Most Valuable Promotions has given us.
Being part of their roster positions me among the best in the world, and 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 roster expansion does not stop with Flores and Garcia. MVP co‑founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian highlighted the strategic importance of these signings, noting that Evelin Bermúdez, Lourdes Juárez, Irma Garcia, Mayelli Flores, Brittany Sims, and rising star Roxy form the core pillars of the promotion’s women’s division.
They emphasized that the influx of talent from Argentina, Mexico, and the United States solidifies MVP’s ambition to become the global home for women’s boxing. By investing in these markets, MVP aims to create compelling matchups that fans crave while providing athletes with the visibility and opportunities they deserve. Looking ahead, MVP has already scheduled promotional debuts for its newest signees. Lourdes Juárez is set to appear on the quadruple‑championship main card at MVPW‑03, slated for Saturday, May 30.
This event promises to feature multiple title fights, further cementing MVP’s reputation for delivering high‑stakes, internationally appealing bouts. The promotion’s broader vision includes expanding its digital streaming platform, offering contract‑free access to boxing fans through services like NOW, and producing weekly podcasts such as Toe2Toe to keep audiences engaged with insider analysis and fighter interviews. In summary, the recent signings of Mayelli Flores and Irma Garcia mark a significant milestone for MVP, reinforcing its commitment to elevating women’s boxing on a global stage.
Both fighters bring impressive pedigrees, championship experience, and a fierce competitive spirit that aligns with MVP’s mission to showcase elite talent. As the promotion continues to build its roster and schedule marquee events, fans can expect an increasingly robust calendar of high‑quality fights, expanded media coverage, and a platform that champions the growth and visibility of women’s boxing worldwide.