Mayelli Flores, fresh off a pulse‑pounding undisputed title showdown with Ellie Scotney, has officially entered the roster of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). In the same event, Irma Garcia—who dispatched Emma Dolan to retain her 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 (WBO, WBA, IBF), Mexican WBC light‑flyweight titleholder Lourdes Juárez, and American bantamweight contender Brittany Sims. Flores hails from Mexico City and once held the WBA super‑bantamweight world championship.
The 4‑foot‑11‑inch fighter turned pro in 2014 and quickly earned a reputation for relentless pressure, a high‑volume punching style, and an unyielding willingness to engage in the center of the ring. After a promising start to her career—highlighted by a razor‑thin world‑title bid 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 Mexican pugilist is celebrated for her durability, stamina, and ferocious pocket‑to‑pocket exchanges, qualities that have made her a fan favorite and a proud representative of her country on the global stage. Her MVP debut came on the card labeled MVPW‑01, where she faced Ellie Scotney in a double‑main‑event bout for the undisputed world title. The fight lived up to its billing, delivering an instant classic that showcased Flores’s trademark aggression and technical skill.
Following that performance, both she and Garcia announced their new partnership with MVP, signaling a strategic shift toward a promoter that is aggressively expanding women’s boxing worldwide. Irma "La Torbellino" Garcia brings a uniquely diverse background to the sport. In addition to her boxing accolades, she serves as an attorney, a police officer, and a member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security for Mexico City. Inside the ropes, Garcia has already secured two world championships: a former WBA bantamweight title at 118 pounds and the current IBF super‑flyweight crown.
Her most recent defense came against top‑ranked contender Emma Dolan on the MVPW‑01 main card, where Garcia knocked Dolan down twice before finishing her with a third‑round technical knockout. After the victory, Garcia praised MVP, stating, "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 addition of Flores and Garcia is part of a broader vision articulated by MVP co‑founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian. They described the new signings as "the pillars of MVP, as reigning world champions, top‑ranked contenders, and next‑generation stars." Their strategy emphasizes deepening the promotion’s footprint in key markets—particularly Argentina, Mexico, and the United States—by assembling a roster that can deliver high‑profile matchups and elevate women’s boxing on a global scale.
The co‑founders highlighted upcoming debut opportunities, noting that Lourdes Juárez will appear on the quadruple‑championship main card at MVPW‑03, scheduled for Saturday, May 30. Beyond the individual athletes, MVP’s growth reflects a larger trend in the sport: the increasing commercial viability of women’s boxing and the appetite of fans for compelling narratives and elite competition.
By providing a platform that combines robust promotional support, media exposure, and cross‑border appeal, MVP aims to create a sustainable ecosystem where fighters can thrive financially and athletically. The organization’s commitment to streaming deals—such as contract‑free access through platforms like NOW—further broadens the audience reach, while ancillary content like the weekly Toe2Toe podcast and curated highlight reels keep fans engaged year‑round.
In summary, the signings of Mayelli Flores and Irma Garcia mark a significant milestone for MVP and for women’s boxing as a whole. Both athletes bring a blend of experience, championship pedigree, and marketability that aligns with MVP’s ambition to become the premier global home for the sport’s top female talent.
As they prepare for their upcoming promotional debuts, fans can anticipate a slate of high‑stakes bouts that will not only showcase their skill sets but also contribute to the ongoing narrative of unification and dominance across multiple weight classes. The partnership promises to deliver historic moments, expand the visibility of women’s boxing, and solidify MVP’s reputation as a forward‑thinking, fighter‑first organization.