Emmanuel Carrillo Jr. Wins NABA Featherweight Title in El Paso

Emmanuel Carrillo Jr. captured the vacant NABA Gold Featherweight Championship on Saturday night, August 8, 2026, by stopping veteran Kenneth Taylor in the second round. The bout, the main event of BOXFEST XIX, took place at the County Coliseum in El Paso, Texas, and was streamed live on DAZN.

Carrillo landed a decisive left hook one minute into the second round, sending Taylor to the canvas. Referee Rafael Ramos waved off the contest after determining Taylor could not continue. The victory raised Carrillo’s professional record to 7‑0 with four knockouts, while Taylor fell to 15‑7‑2 with six knockouts. The win represents a key step for the young fighter, providing a regional title that often serves as a pathway to higher‑level championship opportunities.