Tomorrow, March 29, much of the boxing world will keep a close watch on the highly anticipated rematch between Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan. But in the sights of many diehard fans, another fight stands out – a thrilling rematch. Set to unfold in the beautiful tourist city of Cancun, Mexico, on the DAZN-streamed Golden Boy card, WBC interim lightweight champion William Zepeda will face Tevin Farmer. Their second fight follows just four months after their electrifying showdown on ‘Latino Night’ in Riyadh. Joining the co-feature, strawweight champion Oscar Collazo will take on Edwin Cano Hernandez in his first title defense as a unified champion.

Zepeda, who until a month ago had a matchup against Shakur Stevenson, received some criticism for the way his first fight with Farmer unfolded. He now faces the challenge of salvaging his reputation, built on an impressive knockout streak. On the other hand, Farmer, despite past losses, has earned widespread respect for his tenacity and technical prowess. This fight presents an opportunity for him to get his career back on track and push toward a second title win in the near future. Given that it is a night of rematches, there is growing interest in the financial stakes of the fight. Let’s take a closer look at the details.

William Zepeda vs. Tevin Farmer 2 fight purse

Although Tevin Farmer visibly troubled Zepeda in their previous bout, he remains the underdog in the rematch. Current odds suggest he has a +450 chance of victory, while Zepeda is heavily favored with -770 odds. This makes the fight a crucial moment for both competitors.

With 32 wins, including 27 by knockout, Zepeda has established himself as a dominant force. However, he appeared less explosive when he first faced Farmer last year on the Riyadh Season’s ‘Latino Night.’ Not only was he knocked down, but the fight ended in a debatable split decision. Many felt Farmer had done enough to claim victory.

Thus, in terms of both legacy and payday, Zepeda must give his all when he meets Farmer in Cancun. A win could position him for a showdown with one of the reigning champions. A fight with Shakur Stevenson has been widely discussed as a potential mega-fight in the division.

Despite the questionable end to his last bout with Farmer, Zepeda reportedly earned a fight purse of $850,000, ‘Sporty Salaries’ reported. For his previous fight against Giovanni Cabrera, Zepeda’s fight purse was reportedly around $400,000. However, with a 60% share of the pay-per-view (PPV) revenue, his total earnings swelled to $1.5 million.

Earlier, given his contract with promoters, Zepeda’s guaranteed salary stood somewhere between $400,000 and $500,000 per fight. However, reports suggest that for this rematch, his base purse may exceed $800,000. The raise could be attributed to the high anticipation surrounding this bout. So after factoring in the PPV revenue, William Zepeda is expected to once again secure a seven-figure payday.

Farmer, meanwhile, earned approximately $100,000 for his fight against Raymond Muratalla last year. Given his performances against Muratalla and later Zepeda, his market value has risen despite the losses. His November 16 bout against Zepeda brought him $450,000. Hence, for the rematch, he is likely to receive an even higher sum.

What are Oscar Collazo and Edwin Cano Hernandez’s salaries?

Finding exact salary details for Collazo and Hernandez remains challenging. As such, information like this is not always publicly disclosed. However, based on previous payouts, we can make some educated estimates.

Oscar Collazo became the WBO mini-flyweight champion two years ago after defeating Melvin Jerusalem. Subsequently, he defended his title three times, including a fight against Gerardo Zapata. According to ‘Sporty Salaries,’ for their June 2024 face-off, while Zapata took home nearly $100,000, Collazo earned around $300,000.

Months later, when Collazo faced Thammanoon Niyomtrong, better known as Knockout CP Freshmart, he received a significant pay increase, earning $650,000. CP Freshmart, in turn, earned around $500,000 from the unification bout.

For his fight against Edwin Cano Hernandez, Collazo enters as a -2500 favorite, while Hernandez is considered a +1400 underdog. Following last year’s KO victory over CP Freshmart, Collazo’s stock has surged. Just recently, veteran boxing insider Rick Glaser praised the Puerto Rican champion, saying, “The best fighter from PR since Miguel Cotto is clearly Oscar Collazo.”

A victory could propel Collazo toward undisputed status, setting up potential fights with current WBC champion Melvin Jerusalem or IBF titleholder Pedro Taduran. Given his rising prominence, many expect Collazo to receive a substantial fight purse for tomorrow’s match. Additionally, it’s important to note that both Zepeda and Collazo significantly benefited from their appearances in the Riyadh Season show, which contributed to the increased fight purses.

Do you think both Zepeda and Collazo are in for a big payday and an even bigger surprise tomorrow? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!