Salita Promotions & Universal Promotions Return To San Juan On March 19

Salita Promotions and Universal Promotions return to San Juan on Thursday, March 19, at the Pedrín Zorrilla Coliseum, bringing BIG TIME BOXING back to the island, headlined by undefeated Puerto Rican featherweight (126 pounds) Félix Parrilla (12-0, 10 KOs), in a night packed with action featuring rising local talents Abisael Cotto (10-0, 8 KOs), Ángel Carranza (11-1, 8 KOs), and Kiria Tapia (8-0, 1 KO), live on the global home of boxing, DAZN.

The BIG TIME BOXING event on March 19th marks Parrilla’s second fight since signing a multi-year promotional agreement with Salita Promotions in partnership with Universal Promotions, one of the most active and respected promotional companies in boxing.

“Puerto Rico is one of the great boxing territories in the world, and this fight card represents exactly what our work is all about: developing the next generation of world champions in the sport’s most passionate markets,” said Dmitriy Salita, President of Salita Promotions. “Félix Parrilla, Abisael Cotto, Ángel Carranza, and Kiria Tapia embody the pride, skill, and fighting spirit of Puerto Rican boxing. March 19th is another step in building the future, honoring tradition, and bringing world-class boxing to the Island and to fans around the world through DAZN.”

“Puerto Rico is one of the great boxing territories in the world, and this fight card represents exactly what our work is all about: developing the next generation of world champions in the sport’s most passionate markets,” said Dmitriy Salita, President of Salita Promotions. “Félix Parrilla, Abisael Cotto, Ángel Carranza, and Kiria Tapia embody the pride, skill, and fighting spirit of Puerto Rican boxing. March 19th is another step in building the future, honoring tradition, and bringing world-class boxing to the Island and to fans around the world through DAZN.”

The co-main event will feature undefeated super featherweight (130 pounds) Abisael Cotto (10-0, 8 KOs), a 24-year-old from San Juan. Cotto compiled an impressive amateur record of 103-6, was a National Champion, and won a silver medal in Ecuador, establishing himself as one of Puerto Rico’s brightest young contenders.

Also featured on the fight card will be Ángel Carranza (11-1, 8 KOs), a promising 24-year-old lightweight prospect (135 pounds) from Hatillo. Carranza began his athletic career in kickboxing and Muay Thai, winning multiple local and international youth tournaments before transitioning to boxing. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and is currently one of the top lightweights in Puerto Rico, bringing a unique combination of discipline and explosiveness to the ring.

“Last year we marked the beginning of a powerful alliance with Salita Promotions, and we are very excited about what we have planned for 2026,” said Universal Promotions President Javier Bustillo. “We are coming with an exciting event that will serve as a showcase to present the best young talent that Puerto Rico has to offer. It will be a great night of boxing in San Juan.”

“Last year we marked the beginning of a powerful alliance with Salita Promotions, and we are very excited about what we have planned for 2026,” said Universal Promotions President Javier Bustillo. “We are coming with an exciting event that will serve as a showcase to present the best young talent that Puerto Rico has to offer. It will be a great night of boxing in San Juan.”

With a lineup full of undefeated prospects, rising stars, and national icons, BIG TIME BOXING continues Salita Promotions’ commitment to elevating Puerto Rican boxing, and, in conjunction with Universal Promotions, to deliver world-class boxing nights to the passionate fans of the Island.

Tickets for BIG TIME BOXING will go on sale this Thursday, February 5th at PRticket.com.

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