Roach Falls Short in Title Fight | Boxing News

Boxing News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Lamont Roach Jr. suffered a crushing defeat in his bid for the WBC lightweight title, losing a unanimous decision to William Zepeda — a fighter he underestimated as a “one-trick pony.” Zepeda’s superior footwork, relentless pressure, and overwhelming punch volume exposed Roach’s strategy, leaving him unable to adjust mid-fight. At 30, Roach acknowledged Zepeda’s flawless execution and game plan, admitting he was outclassed from start to finish. This marks Roach’s second failed attempt at becoming a two-division champ, while Zepeda now holds the WBC lightweight crown — having landed more clean…