Mayelli "La Torbellino" Flores, fresh from her electrifying undisputed championship bout against Ellie Scotney, has officially entered the roster of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). In the same event, Irma Garcia—who secured a decisive knockout over Emma Dolan to retain the IBF super‑flyweight belt—also inked a deal with the burgeoning promoter.
Their signings join a growing stable that already includes unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermudez (holding the WBO, WBA and IBF titles), Mexico’s WBC light‑flyweight champion Lourdes Juárez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims. Flores, a former WBA super‑bantamweight world champion hailing from Mexico City, stands at just 4 feet 11 inches but boasts a career that belies her stature. She turned professional in 2014 and quickly earned a reputation for relentless pressure and a high‑volume punching style that overwhelms opponents.
Early in her career she earned a narrow loss in a world‑title challenge against Yulihan Luna, but she rebounded by capturing the WBA 122‑pound crown in May of last year, edging out Nazarena Romero via split decision in Kissimmee, Florida. At 33, the Mexican fighter is celebrated for her durability, stamina, and willingness to trade blows in the pocket, qualities that have made her a fan favorite and a proud representative of her country.
Flores made her MVP debut on the inaugural MVPW‑01 card, headlining a double‑main‑event that featured an undisputed world title clash with Scotney. The bout was hailed as an instant classic, showcasing Flores’ signature pressure and her ability to absorb punishment while delivering a flurry of punches.
Her performance on that night reinforced her status as a top‑tier competitor and set the stage for a new chapter under the MVP banner. Irma Garcia, meanwhile, brings a uniquely multifaceted background to the sport.
In addition to her boxing credentials, she serves as an attorney, a police officer, and a member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security for Mexico City. Inside the ring she has already claimed two world titles: the WBA bantamweight crown at 118 pounds and the current IBF super‑flyweight championship. Garcia’s most recent defense came on the same MVPW‑01 card, where she faced the then‑number‑one contender and mandatory challenger Emma Dolan.
Garcia dominated the fight, knocking Dolan down twice before finishing her with a third‑round technical knockout. After the victory, Garcia expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership: "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." Her comments underscore the mutual ambition of the athlete and the promoter to elevate women’s boxing on a global stage.
The latest wave of signings was highlighted by MVP co‑founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, who described Flores, Garcia, Bermudez, Juárez, Sims and rising star Roxy as the "pillars of MVP." They emphasized that these additions represent a strategic push to make MVP the premier home for women’s boxing worldwide. By deepening their investment in key markets such as Argentina, Mexico, and the United States, MVP aims to assemble a roster of elite talent while also crafting the compelling matchups that fans crave.
Looking ahead, MVP has already mapped out a series of high‑profile events. The next major card, MVPW‑03, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, will feature Lourdes Juárez in a quadruple‑championship main event, signaling the promotion’s commitment to showcasing multiple world titles on a single night.
This approach not only maximizes exposure for the fighters but also creates a festival‑like atmosphere that can attract new audiences to women’s boxing. Beyond the immediate fight schedule, the partnership with Jake Paul’s MVP brings additional resources to the athletes. The promotion promises enhanced media coverage, better sponsorship opportunities, and access to state‑of‑the‑art training facilities.
For fighters like Flores and Garcia, who already possess impressive résumés, the added platform can translate into broader recognition, larger purses, and the chance to negotiate unification bouts that could reshape the landscape of their respective weight divisions. The significance of these signings extends beyond individual careers.
Historically, women’s boxing has struggled for parity in terms of visibility and financial backing. By assembling a stable of world champions and top contenders, MVP is positioning itself as a catalyst for change, offering a unified brand that can negotiate broadcast deals, streaming partnerships, and international tours. This could lead to more consistent fight cards, higher production values, and a stronger fan base that extends beyond traditional boxing markets.
In summary, the recent contracts with Mayelli Flores and Irma Garcia mark a pivotal moment for both the athletes and MVP. Flores continues her ascent as a high‑pressure, volume‑punching champion representing Mexico with pride, while Garcia adds her legal and law‑enforcement acumen to a growing list of accolades that make her a standout figure in the sport. Together with fellow MVP signings, they form a formidable core that aims to elevate women’s boxing to new heights, delivering compelling fights, expanding global reach, and creating lasting legacies for the sport and its athletes.