Mariana Juárez and Gabriela Sánchez set for boxing match

A major women's boxing match has been scheduled for December 5, 2026, featuring Mexican fighters Mariana “La Barby” Juárez and Gabriela “La Bonita” Sánchez. The bout will be part of the “Sábados de Box” series and will be broadcast on Canal 5 and Box Televisa.

The fight pits the extensive experience of Juárez, a historical figure in Mexican women's boxing with over 35 world title bouts, against the current WBC interim world champion, Sánchez. The matchup follows Sánchez's victory over Tamara “La Rebelde” Demarco in Puebla, which led to her direct challenge to Juárez.