Mayelli Flores, fresh from an electrifying undisputed championship bout against Ellie Scotney, has officially joined Jake Paul’s promotional outfit, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). In the same event, Irma Garcia—who delivered a decisive knockout of Emma Dolan to retain her IBF super‑flyweight belt—also signed on with the fledgling promotion. These two signings arrive alongside a growing stable that already includes unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermudez (holder of the WBO, WBA and IBF titles), Mexico’s WBC light‑flyweight champion Lourdes Juarez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims. Flores, a former WBA super‑bantamweight world champion hailing from Mexico City, stands just 4 feet 11 inches tall but compensates with relentless aggression and an impressive punch output.
She turned pro in 2014 and quickly earned a reputation as a high‑pressure fighter who thrives in the thick of the action. After an early career highlight—a razor‑thin world title challenge against Yulihan Luna—Flores captured the WBA 122‑pound crown in May of last year by edging out Nazarena Romero via split decision in Kissimmee, Florida.
At 33, the Mexican pugilist is celebrated for her durability, stamina, and willingness to trade blows in the pocket, qualities that have endeared her to fans and positioned her as a rising star on the global stage. Her MVP debut came on the inaugural MVPW‑01 card, where she faced Scotney in a double‑main‑event showdown for the undisputed world title. The fight lived up to its billing, delivering an instant classic that showcased Flores’s relentless style and her capacity to perform under pressure.
In the post‑fight interview, Flores expressed gratitude for the opportunity, noting that MVP’s platform would allow her to continue representing Mexico with pride while challenging the sport’s elite. Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia brings a multifaceted background to the ring. Outside of boxing, she serves as an attorney, police officer, and member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security for Mexico City. Inside the squared circle, Garcia is a two‑time world champion, having previously secured the WBA bantamweight title at 118 pounds before moving up to claim the IBF super‑flyweight championship.
Her most recent defense came on the MVPW‑01 card, where she faced the mandatory challenger Emma Dolan. Garcia displayed her power by dropping Dolan twice before finishing her with a third‑round technical knockout, cementing her status as a dominant force in the division.
Speaking after her victory, Garcia praised MVP for the chance to compete on a global stage. "I feel very happy for this great opportunity that Most Valuable Promotions has given us," she said. "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." Co‑founders of MVP, Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, highlighted the strategic importance of these signings.
"Evelin, Lourdes, Irma, Mayelli, Brittany, and Roxy represent the pillars of MVP, as reigning world champions, top‑ranked contenders, and next‑generation stars," they explained. "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." The promotion’s plans extend beyond the current roster.
MVP has already announced a quadruple‑championship main card for MVPW‑03, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, where Lourdes Juarez will make her promotional debut. This event aims to showcase the breadth of talent under the MVP banner and to deliver high‑stakes fights that resonate with a worldwide audience. In addition to the fight announcements, MVP is encouraging fans to use the Chrome browser for an optimized video‑player experience, ensuring that the streaming quality matches the excitement of the bouts. The organization also promotes related content such as the weekly Toe2Toe podcast, a curated collection of boxing highlights, and a contract‑free streaming service called NOW, all designed to deepen fan engagement and provide multiple avenues for following the sport.
Overall, the addition of Flores and Garcia to MVP’s growing women’s boxing division underscores the promotion’s commitment to elevating female athletes and providing them with a prominent platform. With a roster that now includes multiple world champions and top contenders from across the Americas, MVP is positioning itself as a central hub for high‑caliber matchups, ambitious title unifications, and compelling narratives that will drive the sport forward in the coming years.