Mayelli Flores, fresh off an electrifying undisputed championship bout against Ellie Scotney, has officially joined Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). In the same event, Irma Garcia—who secured a knockout victory over Emma Dolan to retain her IBF super‑flyweight belt—also signed on with the burgeoning promotion. These two signings arrive alongside a growing roster that already includes unified light‑flyweight champion Evelin Bermúdez (holding the WBO, WBA and IBF titles), Mexico’s WBC light‑flyweight champion Lourdes Juárez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims.
Together they form a core group of elite women’s fighters that MVP hopes will become the global showcase for the sport. 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 a high‑volume punching style. She turned pro in 2014 and quickly earned a reputation as a 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. The 33‑year‑old’s attributes—her durability, stamina and willingness to trade punches in the pocket—have made her a fan favorite and a proud representative of Mexican boxing. Flores made her MVP debut on the inaugural MVPW‑01 card, headlining the double‑main‑event with Scotney in an instant classic that decided the undisputed world title. Her performance underscored why MVP is eager to add her to its stable: she brings both skill and marketability, appealing to audiences in North America and beyond.
Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia brings a uniquely diverse background to the table. In addition to her boxing résumé, she serves as an attorney, a police officer, and a member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security for Mexico City. Inside the ring she is a two‑time world champion, having first captured the WBA bantamweight title at 118 pounds before moving up to claim the IBF super‑flyweight crown.
Garcia’s most recent defense came on the MVPW‑01 card, where she faced the mandatory challenger Emma Dolan. Garcia knocked Dolan down twice before forcing a third‑round technical knockout, solidifying her dominance in the division. After the fight, 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." Co‑founders Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul highlighted the strategic importance of these 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 United States, 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 mere signings.
MVP has already scheduled Lourdes Juárez’s promotional debut for the quadruple‑championship main card at MVPW‑03, set for Saturday, May 30. This event will feature four world titles on the line, further underscoring MVP’s ambition to become the premier platform for women’s boxing worldwide.
In addition to the headline fighters, MVP is leveraging modern streaming technology to reach a broader audience. Viewers are encouraged to use Chrome browsers for optimal video playback, ensuring a seamless experience for fans worldwide. The promotion also promotes ancillary content such as the weekly "Toe2Toe" podcast and a curated collection of boxing highlights, aiming to keep audiences engaged between live events. Overall, the addition of Mayelli Flores and Irma Garcia to MVP’s roster signals a clear intent: to assemble a deep, marketable, and competitive stable of women’s boxing talent.
By aligning with fighters who possess both championship pedigree and compelling personal stories, MVP hopes to attract sponsors, broadcasters, and fans, ultimately raising the profile of women’s boxing on a global stage. The upcoming MVPW‑03 card, featuring Lourdes Juárez and other top contenders, will be a key test of the promotion’s ability to deliver high‑stakes, high‑quality matchups that resonate with both hardcore enthusiasts and casual viewers alike.