WHITE PLAINS, NY – Star Boxing lit up the Westchester County Center on Saturday night with a thrilling lineup of bouts that kept fans on the edge of their seats from the first bell to the last. The evening was packed with action, drama, and high-caliber performances, with several contests worthy of “Fight of the Night” honors thanks to their intense back-and-forth action, displays of grit, and technical excellence.
Adding to the unique atmosphere was the venue itself—a classic, old-school arena transformed into a visual spectacle with an impressive showcase of Empire Harley-Davidson motorcycles, celebrating their collaboration with Star Boxing and giving the event a gritty, authentic flair.
Fight Night Results:
Rajon Chance vs. Yan Carlos Perez
In the main event, Rajon Chance earned a hard-fought 10-round unanimous decision over the previously undefeated Yan Carlos Perez to claim the NBA Super Bantamweight title. It was the perfect capstone to a standout card promoted by Joe DeGuardia, delivering on every level in front of a packed house in White Plains, New York.
From the opening round, Chance and Perez brought the intensity, exchanging with precision and heart in a fast-paced, toe-to-toe battle.
“The fight met, and exceeded, expectations and captivated old timers with impressive punch output, terrific body work and classic ‘inside the pocket’ action.”
With the fight still up for grabs entering the final round, Chance dug deep, closing strong to edge out the decision. All three judges scored the bout 96-94, indicating the razor-thin margin.
“The scores indicated that Chance needed that final round to finally put a blemish on the previously undefeated resume of Perez and Chance delivered with a spirited ending.”
Now 9-1-1 (6 KOs), Chance of East Orange, New Jersey added a major win to his growing résumé. Perez, from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, falls to 6-1 (4 KOs) but proved he’s still a rising force in the division.
“Both fighters clearly displayed they are fighters with skills well above their number of pro fights.”
The co-main event featured a classic hometown rivalry as super middleweights Louis Maietta, representing the Bronx, squared off against Harley Burke of Yonkers, New York. It was the kind of grudge match that felt personal, echoing the old-school neighborhood showdowns that boxing fans cherish.
This bout delivered on every level, with both fighters bringing raw intensity that matched the electric energy of their supporters. The arena roared with dueling chants as Burke and Maietta engaged in a gritty, high-octane battle reminiscent of gladiators going to war.
Grit, blood, and heart were on full display, igniting the crowd and creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
Maietta, a fearless New York City firefighter, came out strong and looked to be edging the action early in Round 1—until Burke landed a devastating overhand right that sent him to the canvas. From there, Maietta showed tremendous heart, pressing forward and refusing to fold, but Burke’s sharper combinations and relentless pace ultimately took over.
As both fighters’ loyal fan bases remained deafeningly vocal throughout the bout, the action inside the ring never let up. In the end, Harley Burke earned a hard-fought unanimous decision, extending his unbeaten record to 10-0 (7 KOs). Maietta, showing tremendous courage throughout, drops to 6-5-2 (2 KOs).
It was a fight that embodied the spirit of New York boxing—tough, emotional, and impossible to ignore.
Eduardo Monrreal pulled off a stunning upset in the opening round of his four-round junior middleweight clash, handing previously unbeaten hometown favorite Austin Cassese his first professional loss in emphatic fashion.
Fighting out of a southpaw stance, Monrreal struck early, landing a sharp left hand that sent Cassese crashing to the canvas. Although Cassese managed to get back to his feet and briefly rallied with two heavy right hands that hurt Monrreal along the ropes, the momentum quickly shifted again.
Monrreal responded with authority, unleashing a devastating right hand that floored Cassese for the second time. Cassese attempted to rise, but stumbled back to the mat—prompting the referee to wave off the contest.
With the dramatic victory, Monrreal, of El Paso, Texas, improves to 2-2 (2 KOs), while Cassese, fighting out of Shrub Oak, New York, drops to 3-1 (3 KOs).
Ryan O’Rourke Shines in Unanimous Decision Victory Over Boubacar Sylla, Improves to 13-0
Irish welterweight prospect Ryan O’Rourke delivered a dominant performance to remain undefeated, earning a clear-cut eight-round unanimous decision over Boubacar Sylla.
From the opening bell, O’Rourke controlled the pace and distance of the fight, consistently outlanding Sylla with sharp jabs and crisp combinations. His calculated pressure and clean punching kept Sylla on the defensive for much of the contest. As the final round came to a close, O’Rourke nearly secured a stoppage, rocking Sylla just before the bell sounded to end the bout.
The judges saw it decisively in O’Rourke’s favor, scoring the fight 80-70 (twice) and 80-71. With the victory, O’Rourke of Dublin, Ireland improves to 13-0 (3 KOs). Sylla, who entered the ring with just one loss, drops to 12-2 (7 KOs) following the defeat.
The night kicked off with an impressive professional debut by Sharif Oné of Bronx, New York, who secured a dominant second-round TKO victory over Kevin Hill of East St. Louis, Illinois in their middleweight showdown.
Oné set the tone early, dropping Hill in the first round with a sharp combination. In the second, he continued to apply pressure, unleashing a barrage of punches that prompted the referee to step in and wave off the contest at 2:59 of Round 2. With the stoppage win, Oné starts his pro career at 1-0 (1 KO), while Hill drops to 1-4 (1 KO).
The event was promoted by Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing, marking a special homecoming for DeGuardia, who returned to the Westchester County Center—the very venue where he once fought on his journey to Junior Olympic and Golden Gloves championships. In a full-circle moment, this same arena hosted fights for his father and uncle during their own professional careers.
The crowd was treated to a night of high-intensity, throwback-style boxing that delivered on every level. Inside the ring, the action was nonstop. Outside the ring, fans roared with passion, creating an electric atmosphere that honored boxing’s rich local legacy.
More than just a fight card, the event felt like a celebration of the sport—a high-energy spectacle that kept fans on their feet, cheering, chanting, and ultimately applauding every warrior who stepped between the ropes. It was a night of boxing the way it’s meant to be experienced—raw, real, and unforgettable.
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.
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